Duncan Werner

Duncan Werner is a Senior Lecturer in Performance at the University of Derby's School of Arts. His research centers on the GASP (Guitars with Ambisonic Spatial Performance) project, developing innovative guitar systems that integrate ambisonic technology for immersive spatial audio experiences.

Research focuses on:

• Design and prototyping of ambisonic guitar systems
• Spatial audio processing for live performance
• 3D sound field manipulation through instrument modification
• Integration of acoustic instruments with immersive audio technology

The GASP system enables performers to control spatial audio parameters through guitar performance techniques. Development involves hardware design, signal processing algorithms, and performance interface refinement. Research outcomes advance both technical capabilities and artistic possibilities in spatial sound.

No awards, students, or contact information are documented. Publications track the system's evolution across multiple hardware iterations and implementation contexts.