Skin-Reactive Analog Synthesizer Accesses Users’ Inner Energy

SOMA Laboratory’s ENNER Synthesizer: A New Approach to Electronic Music Production

Great musicians often describe their instruments as extensions of themselves, tools for expressing their creativity. SOMA Laboratory’s new analog synthesizer, the ENNER, takes this mind-body connection to a new level in electronic music production.

The ENNER synthesizer, a portmanteau of “inner” and “energy,” is billed as a “body-patching synth.” It links a musician’s emotional state to the instrument’s metal pads through weak electrical currents. This innovative design results in sounds incredibly responsive to human touch, influenced by the pressure, speed, and angle of the performer’s interaction.

How the ENNER Works

As the manufacturer states, “Your hands become the most important component of the circuitry.” During music creation, the signals conducted through your body determine the mix, sound level, timbre, feedback, and other parameters. This creates a deeply personal and expressive musical experience.

Features and Specifications

Developed in collaboration with Danish sound artist SiSTOR and LYRA-8 creator Vlad Kreimer, the ENNER boasts a unique set of features. These include a fixed frequency filter, a five-voice synthesizer, an output of static pink noise, and a modulated stereo delay. A piezo pickup on the front panel even allows for the recording of the user’s voice, adding another layer of creative potential.

Where to Purchase

Interested in experiencing the ENNER for yourself? SOMA Laboratory is accepting orders directly from their website.

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