Guitar Wing: Wireless Control Surface for Guitar and Bass

A project in Austin, TX by Livid Instruments
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Guitar Wing: Wireless control over software plug-ins, DAWs, iOS apps & MIDI effects units...right from your guitar or bass.
Backers: 481
Average Pledge Per Backer: $149

Funded: $71,729 of $45,000
Dates: Jan 22nd -> Feb 21st (30 days)
Project By: Livid Instruments
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Latest News

New Studio Pack reward & Guitar Wing article on Create Digital Music

February 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear backers, Studio Pack 2 has been added to the campaign, which includes Guitar Wing and our BASE controller for $479. The touch sensitive controls on BASE give you lot's of extra pads, faders and buttons to expand your options when performing in... (Read More)

Making Metal with Guitar Wing and Headcrusher en Español

February 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear backers, We recently had the pleasure of making a Guitar Wing demo with two talented guitarists from Headcrusher (metal from the mountains of Colombia). Their music is fast and heavy, delivering a powerful, high energy performance. They seemed... (Read More)

Take a tour of the Livid Shop.

February 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear backers, As a small company, we've been very grateful to have your support throughout this campaign. With Guitar Wing being our first controller designed specifically for guitar and bass players, we'd like to take a moment to welcome all of our... (Read More)

Watch Vernon Reid, Jay and Travis discuss the evolution of Guitar Wing.

February 11th - via: kickstarter.com
With only seven days to go until the end of our Kickstarter campaign, we wanted to share an interesting discussion with Jay, Travis and Vernon on the evolution of Guitar Wing.  The prototyping process is not only about the technology involved, it's... (Read More)

Added "Guitar Wing Studio Pack" / Guitar Wing + Alias 8

February 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, We've added a new reward to the campaign called Guitar Wing Studio Pack. Those of you who spend a lot of time in the studio will find Guitar Wing and Alias 8 to be a harmonious combo, giving you all the greatness of Guitar Wing with an... (Read More)

Immortalize yourself in software. Bonus Reward for All Backers.

February 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear backers,  As a special bonus for supporting this campaign, we're excited to announce that you will now have the option to have your name added in the WingFX software.  Become listed as one of the product sponsors and show the world that you... (Read More)

WingFX update and simple things you can do with Guitar Wing

February 5th - via: kickstarter.com
While we've shared some very complex set-ups with Guitar Wing, we wanted to share an update to show simple implementations for Guitar Wing and the included WingFX software. Jeff, our lead software engineer, country musician, DJ, and man of many... (Read More)

Post NAMM: Using Guitar Wing with different models

February 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
The Winter NAMM show is a great place to see and experience a massive variety of guitars and basses. Moldover paid a visit to the showroom floor and brought along a Guitar Wing to try out the fit on as many models as possible. Here is a fun video... (Read More)

Guitar Wing is 100% FUNDED!

January 31st - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks to your support, we reached our goal in 10 days! We've been working on the ideas behind this project for over 10 years. Your interest and support have helped bring this product and concept to life. We're humbled by the overwhelming interest in... (Read More)

Learn more about Guitar Wing collaborator and controllerism founder Moldover

January 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Ask Audio just published an interview with Moldover, discussing his musical background and collaboration on Guitar Wing. Check out the full article, here: http://askaudiomag.com/articles/interview-moldover-on-guitar-wing-and-controllerism  (Read More)

Color options for Custom Guitar Wings

January 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear backers, As you know, one possible reward for backing this project gives you a Custom Guitar Wing with a hand-finished wooden face plate. Well, we've just added some cool new color options for you. In addition to a natural finish, there are now... (Read More)

Guitar Wing featured on Discovery's Daily Planet

January 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, Guitar Wing was recently featured on the Digital segment of Discovery's Daily Planet TV show! The program aired last Friday but we have a link that you can use to watch part of the episode.  Check it out, below. Guitar Wing is... (Read More)

Development discussion with Jay, Moldover and Travis

January 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi there, we are very excited to announce that Guitar Wing is now more than 75% funded! Thanks for all of your support and please keep up the amazing work. If you haven't had a chance to visit GuitarWing.com, take a moment to check it out. You'll... (Read More)

The Violin Wing?

January 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone. We're gearing up here for the last day of the NAMM show in Anaheim, CA. The response to the Guitar Wing has been amazing, thanks to your help! We've had a lot of people ask if they can use the Wing with other instruments, and the answer... (Read More)

We're half way there!

January 25th - via: kickstarter.com
To all backers, We're writing to tell you that you are awesome. In only 36 hours, you've helped us raise more than $25,000! Thank you for making this happen. Jay, Moldover and Peter have made a short video for you, which you can see at:... (Read More)

First 24 Hours: Thanks for your tremendous support!

January 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Wow! We're now only one day in and quickly climbing toward our goal. The community response to Guitar Wing has been huge and it's all been made possible by your support. We'd like to give a special thanks to all of our backers. Your actions make... (Read More)

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