Personally I would either have a found object custom sonic competition or a totally machined competition. A mishmash of both really penalises those without access to lathes and CNC tools. Obviously me entering would have been a no-no since I would wipe the floor with the competition (with the exception of Rylo - a supremely talented machinist and propmaker but not quite in my league yet).
The best custom sonic I have seen thus far is this:
This is a lovely piece of work made from found bits and really has a balanced, solid and functional design. I especially love the end bulb section. Straker could do a lot worse than to refine and develop this design.
One thing I have found funny is that first prize is an MFX Sonic. Says a lot methinks that MFX has resorted to giving them away. Quite sad considering it was supposed to be a limited edition. Still, the product does speak volumes.
Good luck to all the participants and I hope they produce some cool shit.
Oh my! I missed when you posted this CT XD Thank you very much! Considering the work you do I'm flattered.
ReplyDeleteI keep wondering if I'm going to enter. The biggest prize is the MFX sonic so...I suppose winning it for free is cool but I'll be ordering one of your sonics anyway so...I dunno. Maybe I'll just take the Jelly Babies XD I just really want to see if I can win I guess. Funny thing is that this sonic in this picture is probably...90% found hardware. The lens cap and some small clippings of sheet brass are about all that isn't found hardware but is actually raw materials. I'm really rather proud of that. ^_^