The development of synthesizer technology has been retrograde, in recent years, building new tools to emulate old analog technology. As a result, this industry has missed key opportunities—specifically, the incorporation of new techniques in machine learning and artificial intelligence.
The Neural Sound Resynthesis Working Group integrated new audio algorithms into a usable synthesizer. Students in this Working Group explored various aspects of product development, iterating on solutions for UI, aesthetic, and software engineering principles. In the creation of this synthesizer, students engaged with the role of AI in artistic craft, examining the relationship between musicians and their tools.