Hotz Translator Technology Overview

Electronics, synthesizers, computers and digital recording have all made an enormous impact on music composition, performance and recording. Despite these advances, the process of becoming an accomplished musician - especially one trained in the theory and complex language of music - has remained essentially the same for centuries. This consists of many years of constant practice of physical patterns in conjunction with the study of diverse approaches to music theory. Most people with the innate potential to express themselves musically are prevented from doing so when faced with such a difficult path. Hotz technology addresses this problem in an elegant and empowering way that enables anyone, regardless of musical experience, to play music on a level that is fundamentally not possible without Translator technology.

"I have seen three things in my life that I instantly knew would have a profound effect on the future; the personal computer, the mouse and the Hotz Translator."
Steve Wozniak--co-founder of Apple Computers

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   3dMaxMedia - Zuma 

Jimmy was the Chief Visionary behind the 3dMAxMedia Zuma project, he also put together and led the team that developed the technology  (real-time manipulation of 3dGraphics by Audio, MIDI and other real-time control devices).  Zuma won a 2001 Innovation award from Computer Graphics world and was used on the 2001 NSYNC tour.

   Technical Consultation 

Some of the major companies that have sought Jimmy's technical advice include Microsoft, Intel, Electronic Arts, Atari and JBL.

   Custom Electronics 

 Built custom MIDI controllers for:  Mick Fleetwood (Fleetwood Mac), Jon Anderson (YES), Kitaro, himself and others.  Put together custom MIDI, computer and/or other systems for  B.B. King, Leon Russell, Mick Fleetwood, Dave Mason, John Lamb( Richard Torrance and Eureka), Bob Hartman (Petra) and many others. Designed and built many other custom electronic devices and sound systems for bands and studios over the years. 

   Hotz Encryptor