The TENORI-ON Is …

Layers and Performance Modes

The TENORI-ON Is …

The TENORI-ON is a new type of musical interface that combines control and display functions in matrix of 256 LED buttons.

The 16 x 16 TENORI-ON matrix can be operated easily and intuitively, so that anyone can begin playing the instrument right away. Light animation is generated in synchronization with the performance and sound.

Layers and Performance Modes

The TENORI-ON has 16 layers divided into 6 different "modes" with different input methods and types of sound/light response.

Each layer individually memorizes note timing, voice, pitch, loop position and other parameters. The performance modes and the layers they are associated with are listed in the table below. Up to 16 layers can be played simultaneously, allowing a vast range of possibilities for rich, complex musical expression and performance.

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Layer No.

Mode

Operation

Page

 

 

 

 

1—7

Score

The vertical axis corresponds to pitch while the horizontal axis is looped time.

15

 

 

 

 

8—11

Random

Notes loop and flash in the order in which they were entered.

17

 

 

 

 

12—13

Draw

LED button operation is memorized over a certain time frame and repeated.

18

 

 

 

 

14

Bounce

A "bouncing ball" visual effect with repeated notes.

19

 

 

 

 

15

Push

Press LED buttons for a certain time to produce sustained notes.

20

 

 

 

 

16

Solo

Notes are repeated while the LED buttons are held.

21

 

 

 

 

The 16-layer Concept

TENORI-ON Manual

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