Product Design Engineering School of Design

Ewan Comfort-Keir

Ewan Comfort-Keir is a recent Product Design Engineering graduate who is interested in practical approaches and human-centred design. He believes in answering design questions with an equal blend of creativity and a strong technical framework. Ewan’s past projects include an interactive kinetic sculpture, multi-function power drill, and an automated food 3D printer.

Contact
ewancomfortkeir@gmail.com
E.Keir2@student.gsa.ac.uk
Works
Fretflow – Guitar Learning Aid

Fretflow – Guitar Learning Aid

Have you ever felt the initial excitement of picking up a guitar, only to find yourself losing interest after a few weeks? You’re not alone—90% of new guitar learners quit within just a few months.

Fretflow transforms the guitar learning experience by offering real-time feedback on finger placement, chord accuracy, and progress tracking.

Fretflow addresses two critical challenges: translating music notes directly to the guitar and maintaining enthusiasm while tracking progress across all skill levels. Fretflow is a removable pack that guides users with precision and clarity through advanced capacitive touch sensors and intelligent LED indicators embedded on a film and battery pack. Additionally, Fretflow comes with a companion app to further support progress. Users can choose four playing modes: Learn, Play, Record, and Game. The app visually takes users through chosen songs and chords while displaying data tailored for their improvement.

Whether you’re mastering basic chords or delving into advanced techniques, Fretflow empowers you to unlock your full potential and achieve your musical aspirations with confidence. Ditch the frustration, embrace the music.

Poster

Birds eye render

Battery Pack

Smart LEDs

Touch sensors and Sleeve

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