Development of Gambang Semarang Instrument in an Effort to Digitalize Instrument Based on Virtual Studio Technology (VST)

Abstract

The traditional music of Gambang Semarang currently lacks sufficient space to develop. This is due to its high cost, the large number of players, and the need for space to accommodate the instruments. With technological advancements, the development of media for creating music based on traditional instruments can be achieved through various methods. One such method is the digitalization of Gambang Semarang instruments using Virtual Studio Technology (VST). The development of the Gambang Semarang Virtual Instrument, aimed at digitizing instruments based on Virtual Studio Technology (VST), will be conducted using a research and development (R&D) approach adapted from the spiral model research design (Cennamo and Kalk, 2005). The five research stages are adapted into three main stages: (1) product development; (2) demonstration; and (3) delivery. This research was conducted over a period of nine months. Therefore, the research stages include: (1) context analysis and formulation of objectives; (2) determination of alternative solutions; (3) product development, including a Gambang Semarang VST and user guide; (4) product validation involving experts; (5) trials in real situations; (6) product delivery.