Archive 2022: AR Experiment: Augmented Overlay Presets for Moog DFAM

Dial in sound patches instantly with the help of augmented reality. A visual overlay system for the Moog DFAM analog drum synthesizer that projects preset configurations directly onto the hardware in real time.

Concept

The Moog DFAM is a powerful semi-modular percussion synthesizer, but recalling patches from memory is slow and error-prone — there are no built-in presets. This experiment solves that by overlaying visual guides onto the physical interface through augmented reality, including knob positions and cable patching instructions.

How it works

Select a preset from the in-app menu and hold the iPhone over the DFAM. The AR layer aligns to the synthesizer's panel and displays the exact parameter positions needed to reproduce the patch. No screen-switching, no guesswork — the instructions live directly on the instrument.

Built specifically for Moog DFAM users.