<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>The Balfolk Boombox, a synth hurdy-gurdy created by Rory Scammell, combines elements of a wheel fiddle with modern technology like analog synths and a drum machine.</li><li>The instrument, inspired by a MIDI-outputting SAMgurdy by Sam Palmer, features modularity, 16 sampled instruments, and a Eurorack setup for a unique musical experience.</li><li>Rory describes the Balfolk Boombox as 'a gig in a box' and provides demo videos showcasing the instrument's capabilities, including analog hurdy-gurdy sounds, a Sega soundfont, and 8-bit samples.</li><li>The love for the hurdy-gurdy instrument has been growing, with innovative creations like the Balfolk Boombox, attracting attention and highlighting the fusion of traditional and modern music technology.</li></ul>

Hurdy-posting Continues with the Balfolk Boombox, a Synth Gurdy

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