Japanese EV maker turns to Roland synthesiser system to produce realistic engine noise
GLM, a Japanese electric car maker affiliated with Kyoto University, wanted to create the most sonically realistic driving experience ever for their ZZ electric roadster. They turned to Roland, who created a custom sound generator based on their “SuperNATURAL” sound technology. In the car, a black box with its own adjustable volume reads your driving and synthesizes the appropriate sounds in real time, and may also pump the sound outside for increased pedestrian safety. 
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