THROBBING GRISTLE Gristleism (2009 UK strictly limited edition loop playback machine, featuring 13 original and uncompromising loops, the Gristleism delivers a mix of signature TG experimental noise, industrial drone, and classic melodies and rhythms. The palm-sized unit [size: w=67mm, h=69mm, d=35mm] features a built-in speaker, volume control, pitch-shift control and loop selector switch. With more loops and almost twice the frequency range of the Buddha Machine, this is the world'sfirst and only portable TG aural exciter, born from a collaboration between Industrial Records, Throbbing Gristle and Christiaan Virant, the creator of the original FM3 Buddha Machines. Requires 2 AA batteries [not included]. Superbly presented in an exquisite black finish 'chinese paper-cut' wrapping, featuring a repeating TG logo pattern, foil embossing and UV ink)