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S&M4383 Research paper https://doi.org/10.18494/SAM6119 Published: March 17, 2026 Drum Performance Support Utilizing Vibrotactile and Electrical Stimulation [PDF] Saya Tago, Sakiko Ogoshi, and Yasuhiro Ogoshi (Received December 15, 2025; Accepted Feburary 24, 2026) Keywords: musical instrument digital interface, stimulated percussions, electrical muscle stimulation
Accurate rhythm perception and coordinated four-limb control are fundamental for drum performance; however, beginners often struggle to maintain stable timing and independent limb movements. Conventional auditory or visual cues provide limited integration with bodily motion, reducing their effectiveness in supporting precise rhythm acquisition. To address this limitation, in this study, we investigated a training system that employs vibrotactile stimulation and electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) as embodied feedback. Vibrotactile cues provide clear beat timing through brief cutaneous pulses, whereas EMS induces muscle contractions that can guide limb movements that novices find difficult to execute. We developed a system that synchronizes tactile beat cues and EMS-based movement assistance with musical tempo, and conducted experiments to evaluate its training effectiveness. The results indicate that embodied feedback can enhance rhythm accuracy and motor coordination, demonstrating the potential of this approach for music training and related motor-learning applications.
Corresponding author: Yasuhiro Ogoshi![]() ![]() This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Cite this article Saya Tago, Sakiko Ogoshi, and Yasuhiro Ogoshi, Drum Performance Support Utilizing Vibrotactile and Electrical Stimulation, Sens. Mater., Vol. 38, No. 3, 2026, p. 1383-1398. |