Feel the Mix: Haptic Interfaces for Blind and Partially Sighted Music Producers

The visual interfaces of digital audio can exclude blind and partially sighted (BPS) producers and current speech feedback tools compete directly with the sound being shaped. This session presents two haptic prototype interfaces, co-designed with BPS practitioners, and demonstrated live by a blind sound professional, that deliver real-time audio information through touch. Attendees will try the interfaces themselves and experience what inclusive haptic music production technology can really feel like.