THEREMIN LESSON FIVE by Thomas Grillo

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A close look at an alternative adaptive method by Thomas Grillo for playing nonlinear theremins such as the Moog Etherwave Standard theremin.

This video, and the nonlinear method is copyrighted by Thomas Grillo 2008. Any unauthorized distribution, or re-uploading is a violation of copyright laws.

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[ScottishCommy]

I am rather curious about the B3 series theremins. Are they linear theremins? Also, what exactly was the purpose in creating a non lenear theremin anyway? From what you said they seem to be somewhat more difficult to play.

[ThomasGrillo]

@ScottishCommy The B3 theremins are all non-linear, as are Moog Etherwave theremins, except for the discontinued Etherwave Pro, TVox Tour, and Ethervox.

Linear theremins are considered easier to play because of the even spacing. However, Non-linears are far cheaper to produce, and therefore also more affordable.

Non-linear theremins have improved since this video, especially the B3s. My method also compensates for severe non-linearity.

[kikikattz]

I'm seriously considering buying a moog etherwave standard theremin and I was wondering, do they need an amplifier?If they aren't hooked up to one are they just very quiet or do they make no sound at all?Will one work with a very old amp, but good quality, amp for an electric guitar? Thank you very much for your videos. I suspect they will be very helpful when I get a theremin.

Thanks :)

[ThomasGrillo]

@kikikattz Most theremins require an amp. Some have a built in speaker.

The Moog theremins all use amps. Most amps will work, but for the moogs, you should look for a keyboard rated amp.

I wish you all the best with your theremin. :)

[theDman911]

Are retro ones better than like the fancy newer models and stuff like that?

[ThomasGrillo]

@theDman911 Retro, or vintage theremins are not "better" than newer theremins, because they only have 3 or 4 octaves, and can be a bit tempramental. They are cool because of their historical importance, and appearance.

[ThomasGrillo]

@tintinnabulationnnn Aesome! I look forward to it, and I wish you all the best with the theremin. :)

[tintinnabulationnnn]

Thanks for these videos. I don't own a theremin, but I would love to get one. If I ever do get one, I'm definitely getting your DVD!

[ThomasGrillo]

@MarkHimley ;) Thank you. I certainly wish you all the best with your ventures with the theremin.

[MarkHimley]

how did you make the black bird sounds?! that's crazy!!

haha, i'm only kidding. but i'm really digging the lessons. my interest in the theremin comes from a not so classical and professional sense of playing, ala jimmy page of led zeppelin and claudio sanchez of coheed and cambria. i'm starting to look into learning how to actually play scales and to know what i'm doing and not just experiment and pray for magic. although, it's much more fun that way