2018 - Case 7 - Feel the Pressure: An Innovative Rhythm Training Device
Channel: Jelle Saldien
Date: 22/01/2023

Feel the Pressure:
An Innovative Rhythm Training Device

To date, it is well accepted that music can have an exceptional impact on mankind. This study is concerned about one of its constituents “rhythm” and therefore presents a novel rhythm training device with the objective in mind to improve on the deficiency in current devices and methods. Summarized, this device, “Feel the Pressure”, is advantageous regarding; its possibility for freedom of movement on rhythms, a highly accurate rhythm measuring method, a better accessibility for carrying out rhythmic research, the opportunity to use it in a multi-player context and ultimately the possibility for gamification. These benefit constraints are eventually translated towards a product prototype. This product is then evaluated on its usability and also on its efficacy compared to a regular rhythm training method. As a result, this novel rhythm training device proves that it might be just as effective as a regular rhythm training method.