http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/ Engadget Comments for Beamz laser instrument allows even the tone deaf to rock out for $199 http://www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/Feb 16th 2010 7:56PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jX8XYc0ATdY]]>Feb 16th 2010 7:56PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/
So essentially, it's the same as Wii Music, but with twice the D-bag factor.]]>Feb 16th 2010 10:17PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/Also, dude . . . I thought about this, and now I'm reacting.

Stop using "gay" as a replacement for "lame" or "stupid."]]>Feb 16th 2010 10:18PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NP_4yAwbgbg]]>Feb 16th 2010 11:33PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/
I still lol'd at the price]]>Feb 16th 2010 11:33PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/doesn't gay = lame/stupid?? Haha- jk. Sorry for not being politically correct.

Although, so I can say d-bag (douche bag) but not gay? I mean, in your comment, using a Beamz has twice the d-bag factor- but think of all those douche bags that are upset with that term!!]]>Feb 17th 2010 1:05AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/
I see the future . . . and I see your comments getting deleted.

Please refer to this handy guide:
http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/04/commenting-on-engadget-a-humans-guide/

On a personal note, I have several friends who are gay, and I can assure you that they are neither lame nor stupid. Stop being a douche, follow the rules, and enjoy your stay here at Engadget.

Best Wishes]]>Feb 17th 2010 9:17AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/
Please stop using "lame" as a replacement for "stupid"...I guess you don't have any disabled friends, but you do have double standards.]]>Feb 17th 2010 12:19PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/I don't know anyone who uses the term "lame" to mean "unable to walk," except for the farmers down the road when referring to an injured animal, or the preacher when reading out of the Bible. Do you refer to your disabled friends as "lame?" Really?

Here's another example, relevant to this site: consider the classic use of the word "geek."
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geek_show
I don't know anyone on Engadget that bites the head off chickens.

All I'm saying is let's all be a little more conscientious. It has nothing to do with political correctness; it has to do with acting like you have some intelligence. Speaking of which, let's get back to commenting on the Beamz, shall we?
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Forgive me. You see, I'm what some people might call "stupid", so I have trouble following these things...and I therefore find Beamz laser instrument to be an awesome product that I would have gladly payed the original price for.]]>Feb 17th 2010 2:47PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/Feb 16th 2010 8:03PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/Feb 16th 2010 8:03PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/
Market is half stoned douce bags with 199 bucks]]>Feb 16th 2010 9:24PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/Feb 16th 2010 9:06PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/More like Wii Music, from what I can tell. By intercepting the beam with your hand, you're triggering the pre-programmed pitch sequence. You can't actually CHOOSE what pitch to play, only when it's triggered.

The theremin is an actual instrument that allows you to change pitch AND rhythm. This thing is a toy.]]>Feb 16th 2010 10:21PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/Feb 16th 2010 11:36PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/
This is more like a beat pad with less buttons and instead of buttons it has lasers that you put your hands through to trigger. ]]>Feb 17th 2010 3:23AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/


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Don't get me wrong I love this kinda shit, but it has a minuscule market]]>Feb 16th 2010 9:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/Feb 16th 2010 9:31PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/Feb 16th 2010 10:26PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TpDZ3WotLXY&feature=player_embedded]]>Feb 16th 2010 10:55PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/Feb 16th 2010 11:47PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/
Sure its gimmicky and a bit garish but I have to admit, it is fun. I tried it at the store and with a good set of speakers in can surprisingly keep you entertained for a while.

Its expensive and they sell sound packs separately. :(

They had a bunch that weren't even music, they were just sounds. My favorite was a thunderstorm. You pass your hand over certain beams and you create thunder or wind or heavy rain. It sounds stupid but with really good speakers it made for interesting ambiance when you want to relax.]]>Feb 17th 2010 12:16PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.sharperimage.com/Toys+Leisure/Beamz+Professional+Interactive+Music+System.axd

It is the same one and it has been out for a while.

>SonicGA: If a band uses it I will be surprised to. If Daft Punk works it into their music someday....I wouldn't. Some folks do weirder stuff.]]>Feb 17th 2010 12:22PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/16/beamz-laser-instrument-allows-even-the-tune-deaf-to-rock-out-for/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIwFMqZHmJc

Quincy Jones likes it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWJQS3uDf_w
and his friends including YoYo Ma and Herbie Hancock

Oh yeah and kids love it too http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LxY9ZGR54cQ

Lets remember that just because YOU don't see the value in something doesnt make it worthless]]>Feb 17th 2010 7:47PM