Georgia Tech announced the finalists in its wild musical instrument competition

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February 14, 2026, 4:42 PM

• •Finalists include Amphibian Modules, Gajveena, and Fiddle Henge.
• •The Demon Box is a commercial product that turns EMF into sound.
• •Other finalists include Lethelium and The Masterpiece.
• •The winner will be announced on March 14th.

Georgia Tech has revealed the finalists for its annual Guthman Musical Instrument Competition, which has showcased innovative instrument designs for 28 years. This year's lineup features a diverse range of creations, including a modular synth using saltwater, a hybrid double bass-veena, and a 'fiddle henge.' One notable finalist is the Demon Box, a commercial product that transforms electromagnetic radiation into music and controls other synths. The winner will be announced after a concert on March 14th.

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