According to this video’s Vimeo page, “20 Hz observes a geo-magnetic storm occurring in the Earth’s upper atmosphere. Working with data collected from the CARISMA radio array and interpreted as audio, we hear tweeting and rumbles caused by incoming solar wind, captured at the frequency of 20 Hertz. Generated directly by the sound, tangible and sculptural forms emerge suggestive of scientific visualisations. As different frequencies interact both visually and aurally, complex patterns emerge to create interference phenomena that probe the limits of our perception.” At first I thought this was a bit eery, but knowing what I am seeing and hearing made a difference. I suggest that you watch this full-screen.
Technology is enabling us to experience the world with our base senses in new ways. It is as if we are enabling technologically induced Synesthesia. Are we finally bridging the senses or are we just teasing ourselves?