Abstract: A system for controlling digital effects in live performances with vocal improvisation is described. The system features a controller that utilizes several switches attached to clothing that is worn by an artist during a live performance. The switches activate a digital vocal processor unit that provides a dual mode, multi-channel phrase looping capability wherein individual channels can be selected for recording and replay during the performance. This combination of features allows a sequence of digital audio and video effects to be controlled by the artist during a performance while maintaining the freedom of movement desired to enhance the performance.

Abstract: A system for controlling digital effects in live performances with vocal improvisation is described. The system features a complex controller that in one embodiment utilizes several magnetically activated electronic switches attached to a glove that is worn by an artist during a live performance. The switches are activated by a permanent magnet that is also attached to the switch bearing glove and a second magnet attached to a glove worn on the opposite hand. Furthermore, the switches are wirelessly connected by a miniature, battery-operated wireless data communications unit to a digital vocal processor unit that provides a dual mode, multi-channel phrase looping capability wherein individual channels can be selected for re-recording and selected banks of channels can be deleted during the performance. This combination of features allows a complex sequence of digital effects to be controlled by the artist during a performance while maintaining the freedom of movement desired to enhance the performance.