Manuel Vázquez
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Oxi Instruments

Design a world class sequencer, from home?

Oxi Instruments
Designer
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Manuel Vázquez
City
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Nigrán
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Spain
Episode length
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68
min
Date
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May 27, 2021

Oxi One is an outstanding example of innovation. It is an extensive controller both for midi and analogue devices. What I find most striking is the fact it was envisioned and realized single-handedly by Manuel Vázquez, from his home in Nigrán, Spain. In this extensive interview, Manuel explains the process and challenges both on the technical and conceptual levels. This is how an instrument is realized - from an idea to a Max For Live device all the way to a hyper-successful crowdfunding campaign.

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Sketches and prototypes

Initial prototype, Max For Live device // /Oxi One / Oxi Instruments
Initial prototype, Max For Live device // /Oxi One / Oxi Instruments
Early prototype// /Oxi One / Oxi Instruments
Early prototype// /Oxi One / Oxi Instruments
Initial buttons prototype// /Oxi One / Oxi Instruments
Initial buttons prototype// /Oxi One / Oxi Instruments
Early interface layout// /Oxi One / Oxi Instruments
Early interface layout// /Oxi One / Oxi Instruments