The Effect of Using Sapek Virtual Studio Technology Plugin and It’s Impact on the Existence of Traditional Sapek Activists

Abstract

Sapek VSTi is an innovation to develop traditional musical instruments in digital form that can be used to make musical works. There is no need for the original Sapek musical instrument in the creation process. Only controlled with a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). This is evidence of a concern because Sapek activists are no longer needed in making musical works. This study describes the efficiency and sound quality of the Sapek VSTi and their impact on the Sapek art activists. The type of research used is descriptive analysis and uses an ethnomusicological approach. Data collection techniques with observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis through the stages of reduction, presentation, and conclusion. The results of the study found that the Sapek musical instrument in the form of VSTi (Virtual Studio Technology Instrument) could not replace the original musical instrument in performing arts performances, either solo or as a dance accompaniment. This did not significantly impact Sapek art activists but has benefits for Sapek art activists. Sapek VSTi can help make temporary arrangements before recording using original Sapek musical instruments. Sapek VSTi participates in preserving Sapek musical instruments globally, which impacts ordering services for original Sapek musical instruments, making it easier for audio engineers in recorded music if they do not have the original Sapek musical instrument. For the scope of education, Sapek VSTi can be used as a learning medium to introduce sapek musical instruments to students.