There are hundreds of manufacturers always producing…
“There are hundreds of manufacturers always producing dvices that in general do the same things. Since they have slight structural differences if you take one and fool around with it and give it a good kick it will actually do something that it wasn't designed to do. I have this relationship with my synthesizers. I've had them for so long, and I've never had them serviced, so that now practically all of their functions operate differently from what they were designed to do. They do very interesting things now, but that means nobody else can use them either.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Devices can evolve beyond original design through creative misuse, yielding unique functions but limiting broader usability.
In simple terms: Tools change when you experiment with them.
Key Takeaway
Experiment, but document changes for others.
Themes
creativity
technology
innovation
Mood
curious
playful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- studio production
- DIY electronics
- instrument modification
- sound design
Key Concepts
design theory
user interaction
Questions to Reflect On
- What unexpected features have you discovered?
- How can you balance uniqueness with shareability?
A Different Perspective
Unpredictable changes can cause reliability issues.