The Janus Horn. The speaker horn is something I have been making and studying for quite some time. Through contemplating the spatial imaging and directionality of the horns, I began to think about utilizing these qualities dynamically. - The way the projected sound coming from this spinning horn is reflected off surfaces in the environment is similar to a Leslie unit. The resulting effect envelops the listener in a variety of merging wave fronts both emanating directly from the horn, and reflected off surfaces in the environment. Twisting phase relationships and Doppler-effect pitch-shifts occur within this unique kaleidoscope of sound.
- When Andrew Bird played his violin through this unit for the
first time it was immediately apparent that the two are a special
match. Several people within earshot simply started to cry. I know
I got a lump in my throat. The rig has a foot pedal to vary the
speed from slow undulations to a very fast swirl. Click here
to see many detail photos of the inside and close-ups of its
construction.
LISTEN TO THE JANUS HORN:
Click here for a page with videos of Andrew Bird playing through the Janus horns, including his music video and live appearances on David Letterman and Conan O'Brien.
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SEE MORE PHOTOS:
Click here for more detail photos of the inside of the Janus horn and close-ups of its construction. 
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