DrumString: A New Wave in Musical Instruments

Mohamad Montazeri's Award-Winning Design Combines Percussion and String

DrumString, a unique musical instrument designed by Mohamad Montazeri, is a harmonious blend of percussion and string elements. Inspired by the broadcasting of sound waves, this innovative design has won the prestigious Silver A' Musical Instruments Design Award in 2018.

Mohamad Montazeri's DrumString is a revolutionary product in the realm of music. It is a result of a thoughtful combination of percussion and string instruments, inspired by the shield's match with the new sound. The design of the product is a reflection of sound waves broadcasting in the area, making it a unique addition to the world of musical instruments.

What sets DrumString apart is its unique properties. It gives birth to a new sound, a new function in instrument usage, and a new way to play an instrument. It also introduces a new appearance to the world of music. The note scales for drums are designed like D3, A3, B♭3, C4, D4, E4, F4, A4, and the string note scales follow the E-A-D-G-B-E system. The instrument is light, equipped with a strap fastened over shoulders and waist, making it easy to use and hold.

The DrumString is realized through a meticulous process. Two deep-drawn steel are hardened by a process known as gas nitridization. The instrument features 2 nylon and 4 steel strings. It measures 50 cm in diameter and has a height of 6 cm, weighing just 2.4 kilograms.

The design process of DrumString started in January 2016 in Tabriz and was completed in March 2018 in Tehran. The project involved extensive research on the combination of string and percussion instruments, creating a new unique sound, and developing a new playing method. The result is a minimal, modern, and pure form that facilitates easy movement and usage.

Despite the challenges encountered during the design process, Montazeri succeeded in creating an instrument that is beautiful, pure, and modern. It boasts a new ergonomic form, ease of transport, new behavior and interaction, and a new way to play, establishing a sensual connection with the user. The aesthetics and performance of DrumString, coupled with the emotional connection it fosters with its user, make it a truly unique musical instrument.

Montazeri's DrumString is a testament to innovation in the world of music. It is not just an instrument; it is a new sound, a new function, and a new way to play. It is a design that has been recognized and rewarded for its creativity, technical excellence, and innovation. It is a design that brings amazement, wonder, and a positive feeling to its users.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Mohamad Montazeri
Image Credits: Mohamad Montazeri
Project Team Members: Mohamad Montazeri
Project Name: DrumString
Project Client: Mohamad Montazeri


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