What kind of device is this? Is it a kind of pitch bend? or what

http://www.bestservice.de/player_video/ajax_video.asp?height=365&width=480&id=3229&stream=a

 

@ Ambar,

A MIDI Ribbon Controller.

Normally, and if it's a complete one, you'll be able to assign any MIDI Parameter (CC) to it ('pitch bend', 'portamento', 'velocity', 'expression',... ).


More info about this 'special' element can be found here :

'Doepfer R2M' MIDI Ribbon Controller

Others less expensive 'MIDI Ribbon Controllers' can be found within others manufacturers.

And if you want to try to create your own 'MIDI Ribbon Controller', here you can find some details :

How to Build a 2 Note Ribbon Controller

Some Hardware Synths & Groove Boxes (e.g. 'Roland') incorporates it as a factory element.

 

Wow, thanks for the complete info

Edit: and Vmeter is the same? (http://vmeter.net/)

 

From the look of it, the vmeter uses a capacitive touch screen.

Code:

http://www.howstuffworks.com/touch-screens.htm

The Doepfer uses a mechanism based on changing resistance in conjunction with a pressure sensor.

The vmeter is a more versatile controller than a pure ribbon, it's geared toward easy interfacing with
computer based midi devices (via USB), probably supports multi-touch, gestures, etc.

 

that's awesome,(except price)

thanks for the info

 

And according to this... Which one is better?
Since the "Doepfer" costs about $250 and the "vmeter" $60 ..? so it looks like the vmeter is more convenient (and affordable) than the Doepfer but I dont know which mechanism is better according to what you mentioned above

 

Better is relative. What do you want to use it for?

Someone who wants to control virtual synths or gear inside a computer will probably think the vmeter better. Someone that has real analog hardware might prefer the Doepfer. The Doepfer being analog might also give you a finer resolution and be more responsive to small finger gestures. You can play it with better tactile feedback, like the string on a guitar that responds accurately to even small movements of your fingers. Not sure how good the resolution is on the vmeter, particularly when it comes to interpreting pressure.