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3. SexyBack vs. Legend of Zelda Theme on Two Tesla Coils
2 years ago
1. Fauxtograph
3 years ago
As described on arcattack.com:

"ArcAttack employs a unique DJ set up of their own creation (an HVDJ set up) to generate an 'electrifying' audio visual performance. The HVDJ pumps music through a PA System while two specially designed DRSSTC's (Dual-Resonant Solid State Tesla Coils) act as separate synchronized instruments."

"These high tech machines produce an electrical arc similar to a continuous lightning bolt which put out a crisply distorted square wave sound reminiscent of the early days of synthesizers. The music consists of original highly dance-able electronic compositions that sometimes incorporates themes or dub of popular songs."

Video shot at SXSW 2009 on a Canon 5D Mark II. Apologies for the poor audio. It really doesn't do it justice.

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  • hillary hartley 2 years ago
    so psyched you dragged us to this. it was incredible. one of my favorite moments of the week.
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  • Tyler Howarth 2 years ago
    This is badass. shot on 5d?
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  • Kevin Cheng 2 years ago
    So glad you suggested this show. So sad I missed Zelda and Doctor Who though =(
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  • Morris 2 years ago
    wish I coulda experienced being there for that one. I was only up there for the weekend. Glad u chose the Legend of Zelda theme~
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  • disrupsean 2 years ago
    Toldja so! They're the friendliest sweetest guys too:
    cheesebikini.com/2008/06/11/arc-attack-musical-tesla-coils/
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  • Clintus McGintus 2 years ago
    so bad ass!
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  • Coley 2 years ago
    Very awesome and so unreal to have seen in real life. Must have them do a show in SF. I think they would be very well received, don't you? :)
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  • cookiecrook 2 years ago
    I went to see Arc Attack a few years ago at SXSW but, as I recall, it was canceled due to rain. Wet floors and high voltage don't mix well. In other news, I built the first version of the Open Labs web site. It's cool to see they are still doing well.
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  • Schill 2 years ago
    RJD2 and his live band rocked both Zelda and SMW theme tunes (albeit sans tesla coils) in a visit to SF late last year. It was thoroughly enjoyed by the audience.

    For those who've never seen a live tesla coil show, you need to experience one in person; the noise is incredible.
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  • Ben Simonds 2 years ago
    That is epic. I'd love to see that live.
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  • Tom Davies 2 years ago
    Loving the skeleton by the furthest coil!
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  • Beverage 2 years ago
    Arc Attack is awesome. I saw them live at Maker Faire 2008 in Austin Texas, they were great up until the power went out!
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  • Jackson 2 years ago
    lololol! Incredible.
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  • marcus t. mark 2 years ago
    I was there! ArcAttack and The Painful Leg Injuries (the guy who played the wii-mote) rocked the Dorkbot SXSW show!!!
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  • Jackson Grimm 2 years ago
    Incredible!! At first I thought it was an animation.
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  • dkr 2 years ago
    Duuuude.
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  • John DiPrima 2 years ago
    Man thanks a lot for uploading this video. Most of our stuff is filmed on cell phones and you cant tell what the hell is goin on! :-) also if anyone wants to hear the backing track minus the coils its at myspace.com/melancholytronmusic
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  • Thomas Fuchs 2 years ago
    was there and it was awesome, go arcattack!
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  • ailatanotos plus 2 years ago
    Asombroso, Awesome!!!
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