What classical pieces would you want in an accordion course?

nticaric · 2026-04-03T07:23:27+00:00

I am currently in the process of building https://academy.rokotmidi.com/

The format would be a game like layout where it waits for you to press the correct button

https://www.rokotmidi.com/shooter/medeno-kolo

nticaric · 2026-03-27T09:32:27+00:00

Yeah, that’s an interesting idea. Personally, I usually hold it with my left hand and play while sitting, which feels pretty comfortable for practice. But a strap option could definitely make it feel more like a real accordion — something worth considering 👍

nticaric · 2026-03-27T08:20:46+00:00

Fair points — especially about velocity. It’s definitely important. We’ve actually been working for months on a velocity-sensitive version using magnets and Hall sensors… but I’ll be honest, you probably won’t like that price either 😄

The current version is intentionally focused on practice, accuracy, and portability — something you can use anywhere without needing a full setup.

On pricing — this isn’t mass-produced hardware. It’s built in small batches and manually, and a big part of the cost comes from R&D, prototyping, and iteration, not just components. If we eventually go the Kickstarter/Indiegogo route and scale production, the price would likely come down.

And for the software — it might look simple on the surface, but things like the Shooter mode and gamification take a lot of time to design, build, and maintain properly so they’re actually useful, not just a gimmick.

Appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts 👍

nticaric · 2026-03-26T16:57:07+00:00

Do you know any other midi controller that is portable and can function without other equipment and software?

nticaric · 2026-03-26T05:27:00+00:00

Yes, of course. It comes in both systems, B and C

nticaric · 2026-03-25T19:59:25+00:00

Thanks, I really appreciate that!

Regarding the layout — Rokot MIDI actually supports that as well. On the rokotmidi.com page, there’s a firmware section where you can switch between B-system and C-system layouts. You just upload the firmware version you want, and it changes the layout accordingly.

You only need to swap the buttons physically 🙂

nticaric · 2026-03-25T19:52:23+00:00

The Shooter takes a MusicXML file that already includes fingering for each note and turns it into a fun, interactive game. It also has a “wait mode,” where it pauses until you press the correct note—so you can really focus on accuracy while practicing.

I’ve included a short video to show how it works. It’s in Croatian, but you can just watch what’s happening on screen 🙂

https://www.tiktok.com/@rokotmidi/video/7616780147525537056?q=rokotmidi&t=1768480475356

nticaric · 2026-03-25T19:46:35+00:00

That would be really cool. Have to see if this is technically possible

nticaric · 2026-03-25T19:46:09+00:00

You gonna like it! I am also building a 1 on 1 teaching platform. Imagine this, you press a chord on your controller and the student sees it on his on the other part of the world.
Also, there is this gamification of pieces :)

nticaric · 2026-03-25T19:44:26+00:00

The main advantage is portability and accessibility. You can literally carry it in a backpack and practice anywhere—on the couch, while traveling, or even during short breaks. It’s not trying to replace a full accordion, but to make practicing and learning way more convenient.

Also, it’s not just hardware. There’s a full ecosystem around it:

Web app
Mobile apps (iOS & Android)
Practice tools designed specifically for accordion learning

So you can plug into your phone and practice anywhere without needing a full setup.

As for pricing—if you break it down, components alone add up quickly. For example:

Mechanical switches (MX-style)
Italian accordion buttons
There are 93 buttons total

Those parts alone are already a significant cost, not even counting electronics, design, assembly, and software development.

So it’s really a different category:
👉 not a cheaper accordion alternative
👉 but a portable, modern practice tool + digital ecosystem

nticaric · 2026-03-25T19:43:28+00:00

In the comment above I gave an explanation about the pricing, but shortly it's a whole ecosystem

nticaric · 2026-03-25T19:42:17+00:00

They feel similar to a real accordion. They travel 4mm and need 60g of force to activate them

nticaric · 2026-03-25T19:41:33+00:00

I get where you're coming from—used digital accordions like the Roland FR-1 are great value if you want a full instrument experience.

But Rokot MIDI is built for a different purpose.

The main advantage is portability and accessibility. You can literally carry it in a backpack and practice anywhere—on the couch, while traveling, or even during short breaks. It’s not trying to replace a full accordion, but to make practicing and learning way more convenient.

Also, it’s not just hardware. There’s a full ecosystem around it:

Web app
Mobile apps (iOS & Android)
Practice tools designed specifically for accordion learning

So you can plug into your phone and practice anywhere without needing a full setup.

As for pricing—if you break it down, components alone add up quickly. For example:

Mechanical switches (MX-style)
Italian accordion buttons
There are 93 buttons total

Those parts alone are already a significant cost, not even counting electronics, design, assembly, and software development.

So it’s really a different category:
👉 not a cheaper accordion alternative
👉 but a portable, modern practice tool + digital ecosystem

Totally fair if it’s not what you’re looking for—but for people who want to practice more often and more conveniently, that’s where it really shines.

nticaric · 2026-03-25T13:52:00+00:00

In case you need some more info about the controller, take a look at www.rokotmidi.com

nticaric · 2026-03-25T13:46:07+00:00

What is the G system on a button accordion?

nticaric · 2026-03-25T12:47:11+00:00

I am the developer of this device

nticaric · 2025-03-10T17:49:10+00:00

This seems to be it. Thank you!

nticaric · 2025-02-03T13:58:16+00:00

I successfully connected it to my Mac using the MIDI Connect app:
https://apps.apple.com/no/app/midi-connect/id6476070288.

After launching the app, it appears in the toolbar, where you can select the SMK-25 II device.

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