[robinhartley94]

I have actually decided not to manufacture and instead, open source everything (upon successful crowdfunding).

This way it works out cheaper, more flexible and generally better for the end user. It also avoids things like import taxes, shipping costs and manufacturing delays.

Instead, I have created 4 designs at a range of different prices, all based around easily available components.

I will distribute software, 3D print files, circuit board designs, build instructions, and tutorials so that anyone can build their own. It will be completely open source.

This means you can tweak it to your own needs, use already purchased components and make as many as you like. I think it works out better for everyone :D

It also saves me the trouble of coordinating all the manufacturing and allows me to focus on the bit I like and am good at - improving the product.

I like the look of Riffpod, neat little product. Got to say I've done something similar with iRigg but no doubt there is plenty to set it apart. Good luck!

[kidproquo]

Interesting business model. So, are you not going to manufacture anything from the crowdfunding campaign? What are the backers going to be getting as a product - the software, 3D print files, circuit board designs, build instructions, and tutorials?

Thanks for the encouragement on RiffPod. Yeah I have looked at iRig - RiffPod has 2-channel (mic + guitar) streaming, has an headphone/amp output and supports iOS and Android. Those are the main features that set it apart from iRig.

[robinhartley94]

Yep, just as you say, my backers will get everything they need to make their own at home with more flexibility and for a lower cost than I could make it for them. Software, hardware design files, circuit designs etc.

These are the main parts really. I have spent nearly 1000 hours developing the software and the designs so it's really quite valuable in itself.

Ahh that's pretty cool, sounds like you've differentiated yourself - keep it up!

[beojan]

But if its completely open source, what will backers get that others won't?

[robinhartley94]

It'll only go open source if it reaches its crowdfunding goal. Otherwise, I won't open source and will have to find a different way to make money from the project. Possibly by closed-source manufacturing.

[kidproquo]

Ok, hit me up if you decide to go the closed-source manufacturing route. I can provide some pointers based on my research for RiffPod.

[robinhartley94]

Thank you :D