nakaen

Nakaen is a French bass clef CLEF instrument brand specializing in electronic wind instruments. Founded in 2015 by François Chatard and Christophe Willant, the company is based in Lyon, France. Nakaen's products combine traditional wind instrument designs with modern electronic technology.

Their flagship product, the Naka Wind, is a hand-played, analog bass clef instrument inspired by saxophone and clarinet design. It features a digital sound system and MIDI connectivity, allowing musicians to produce a wide range of tonal colors. Notable characteristics include the instrument's responsive breath controller and use of analog oscillators for vocal-like sound production.

Nakaen has also introduced several accessories to complement their electronic wind instruments, including the Propulsive touch controller and Estpur cases. These take advantage of Nakaen's proprietary Memra technology, an advanced surface material for controlling slide action.

Details about Nakaen's distribution and market presence are limited. Expert opinions and reviews on Nakaen's creations mainly originate from the electronic music and artist communities. Builders and manufacturers within the custom instrument industry have evaluated Nakaen's use of analog circuits, sonar setups, and noise management.

An increasing number of artists and collaborators choose to work with Nakaen, who offer both audio and visual projects showcasing electronic woodwinds. There have been applications in orchestral and concert band settings. Performance reports compare the unique features and adaptability of Nakaen's instruments, while production departments further refine instrument versatility.