The Shimon is a Research robot developed by Georgia Institute of Technology, launched 2017.
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Overview
Shimon is a marimba-playing robot capable of writing and performing its own music compositions using deep learning and artificial intelligence. With four arms and eight sticks, it can compose music autonomously after being trained on thousands of songs and motifs, marking a significant advancement in musical creativity for robots.
At a glance
- Built for music performance
- Used across entertainment
- Programmed through no code gui
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Robotics doctoral degree created
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Launch year
- 2017
- Price
- Research platform
- Status
- active
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Detailed specifications
What it is built for4
- Applications
- research
- Sub Category
- robotic-musicianship
- Industries Served
- arts,technology
- Deployment Environment
- indoor
Controls & integration4
- Ros Compatible
- true
- Software Platform
- Artificial intelligence and creativity algorithms; deep learning / machine-learning music models
- Training Required
- none
- Programming Interface
- no code gui
Buying & support2
- Datasheet Url
- View Link
- Availability Status
- available
Who runs it· deployment evidence
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Add a deployment →Company milestones
- 2008MilestoneRobotics doctoral degree created
- —MilestoneFounded
- —MilestoneShimon described as an improvising robotic marimba player
- —MilestoneShimon described as a robotic musician for improvisational ensemble research
In the news
- Robot Talk Episode 136 – Making driverless vehicles smarter, with Shimon Whiteson
Robohub · Dec 5, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Shimon?
- The Shimon is developed by Georgia Institute of Technology.
- What type of robot is the Shimon?
- The Shimon is a Research robot made by Georgia Institute of Technology.
- How much does the Shimon cost?
- Pricing for the Shimon is not publicly listed — contact Georgia Institute of Technology for a quote.
- When was the Shimon launched?
- The Shimon was launched in 2017.
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