synth.is Using Evolution to Create Sounds That Don't Exist Yet

kromosynth: Using Evolution to Discover New Sounds We're exploring how evolutionary algorithms can generate completely new sounds - not just variations of existing samples, but genuinely novel timbres that haven't been heard before. Current Status:

Working prototype using Quality Diversity algorithms Interactive interface showing sound evolution family trees Early results available at phylogeny.synth.is

The Vision: Instead of scrolling through static preset banks, imagine exploring a living map of sound possibilities that grows based on community feedback. Upload a reference sound and watch the system evolve complementary textures around it.

Next Steps: We're conducting interviews with music creators to understand how this could fit into real production workflows. Key questions: What format would be most useful? How should creators interact with the evolution process? Should this be a standalone tool or integrate with existing software? Get Involved:

This is still research transitioning toward a practical tool. We're seeking feedback from producers, composers, and sound designers about what would make evolutionary sound discovery genuinely useful rather than just technically interesting. Links:

Current prototype: https://phylogeny.synth.is Feedback survey: https://nettskjema.no/a/synth-is-q Research: https://www.uio.no/ritmo/english/people/phd-fellows/bthj/kromosynth.html

Sound Different™, Join the Evolution: https://synth.is/