Getting Started with PixelBoop

PixelBoop is an interactive musical grid application (available for iOS and coming soon to Android). It features a unique 44x24 pixel grid that serves as your primary performance surface and sequencer.

The Interface

While PixelBoop is a digital app, it is designed with a tactile, physical feel. The main interface is a dense grid of 1,056 interactive virtual LEDs. Each LED can represent a musical step or a visual effect.

Interactive Grid Demonstration

Below is a live simulation of the PixelBoop grid. You can hover over the pixels to see them respond, simulating the physical touch interface.

PixelBoop Grid

PixelBoop Grid

Hover over pixels to interact with the 44x24 grid simulation.

Labels

Columns 0-3: Track labels and controls.

Sequencer Steps

Columns 4-35: The main 32-step sequencer area.

Song Sections

Columns 36-43: Triggers for 8 different song sections.

Grid Zones

The 44x24 grid is divided into three vertical zones:

• Labels (Cols 0-3): Identify tracks and provide controls.
• Steps (Cols 4-35): The main 32-step sequencer area where you draw notes.
• Sections (Cols 36-43): Trigger different song sections (Intro, Verse, Chorus, etc.).

Basic Concepts

• Pixels as Steps: Each vertical column in the "Steps" zone represents a 1/16th note (usually), while horizontal rows represent pitch or drums.
• Multitouch: PixelBoop supports complex multitouch gestures for drawing patterns and manipulating sounds.
• Visual Feedback: Every interaction is met with vibrant glowing feedback.