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Can a DVD featuring light pulses, psychoactive frequencies and fractal-like morphing images induce an altered mind-state simply by watching it on TV?

Introducing Digital Meditation™

As a writer and consciousness researcher, I always have my ears and eyes open for any type of new technology that can aid in the exploration of alternate states of mind. And just when I thought I’d seen and heard it all along comes a product that really knocked my neurons off! Of all the mind-altering devices I have used, the new AV3X Innerscape Adventure Digital Meditation DVD is in a class all its own.

At the core of this new and original technology is the precise use of light and sound frequencies that actually coax the brain to resonate in the alpha/theta window of consciousness. The inventor of the AV3X, Christopher Oliver — a veteran musical composer with dozens of CD's on the market as well as an internationally renowned expert in the field of brainwave entrainment technology — created this DVD with the help of an electroencephalograph (EEG). By using this sophisticated instrument designed to measure brainwave activity in the brain’s hemispheres, Oliver was able to determine specific frequencies which he later turned into photo-sonic pulses and embedded them in a high quality DVD format capable of altering a user’s brainwaves simply by watching the mind-bending psi scapes on a regular television set. As I’ve stated before, shamans use the flickering flames of a campfire to help induce an altered state. This process is usually accompanied by a repetitive and rhythmic sound, such as that of jungle drums.(Some individuals also opt to ingested a visionary plant     together with the shaman).  Clients simply stare into the flames and listen to the beat.

But this flickering light and sound effect is used by shamans for the specific purpose of slowing down brainwave activity and help facilitate entrance into an altered state of awareness. Early research into brainwave activity demonstrated that the brain’s electrical activity could be influenced and even controlled by introducing flickering frequencies of light and/or sound to the visual and auditory channels. This is the basis for all other brainwave entrainment technology.But Christopher Oliver’s innovative creation goes one step beyond as it uses the power of digital imaging special effects to skillfully replicate the swirling, morphing, colorful visions and abstract landscapes that are seen under the influence of shamanic vision-inducing plants. In that sense. The AV3X is a true alchemy of science and art. Now meditative states made easy and digital...


The musical soundscapes alone produce a relaxing yet euphoric or rather pleasurable sensation as the sound and light matrix is designed to get those endorphins kicking. And the flickering light effect used over the mind-bending, fractal-like visuals effortlessly drives/entrains the brainwaves by engaging the viewer's focus and attention. It really guides one ‘inside one self’ in an effortless manner.

The different devices I use in my research are expensive. But this is because they are highly accurate microprocessor-basedinstruments specifically designed to modify one’s state of mind by influencing brain activity. They also require time to learn how to be used adequately.

But now thanks to advances digital imaging design and binaural frequency technology anyone can experience the next step in light and sound brainwave stimulation with a simple DVD - the AV3X. The simplicity of use is one of the attractive features of this package. All you have to do is put it into a DVD player, sit back, and let the AV3X take you on a mind-bending ride! The program consists of 6 visually stunning psi scapes which immediately draws your attention as you become fully immersed in the mind-expanding experience. The first thing one notices is a gentle strobe-like effect directed at the entire visual field. The images and sounds occur in total synchrony as the music morphs into the imagery, and deep, rich colors melt into each other. At times the imagery makes one feel as though on an inner-journey voyaging through a swirling cosmic tunnel. The music on the audio tracks is expansive, melodic, abstract, and sets certain moods, and it’s mixed with frequencies in the alpha and theta brainwave range that produce a soothing, meditative experience.

In my opinion this technology will open the doors for similar products to follow — products especially created to induce and even replicate some altered state experiences.

Having the AV3X is like owning a quality high-tech brainwave entrainment instrument. And if you happen to enjoy the visual effects afforded by altered states then check out this DVD. It is inexpensive as far as most mind-altering technologies are concerned, and it truly delivers brain entrainment plus a lot more. (I know that to some I may be sounding like a "cheap salesman," right about now. But I can't help it. Honest. I make NO money from the DVD. But together with an entheogen it is a true voyage into a fantastic and magical (sometimes scary!) realm. If you were to experience something like this, wouldn’t you be excited?)

The AV3X meets Salvia divinorum

One day on a whim, I decided to combine the use of the AV3X together with a shamanic visionary plant I work with — Salvia divinorum, also known as diviner’s sage: a psychoactive species from the mint family. I believe that the marriage of plant-based shamanism together with modern technology is the next step in the exploration of consciousness.

For these experiments, I used both the X10 enhanced leaf as well as the sublingual version of salvia divinorum — the Sage Goddess Emerald Essence tincture formula. But my favorite by far is using the Salvia divinorum tincture. After measuring out the correct amount of liquid (I used roughly about 3.5 milliliters), I put it inside my mouth and let the tincture rest under my tongue for roughly about 15 minutes until the effects begin. While waiting, I pop in the AV3X DVD on the player, flick on the TV, dim the lights, and sit back to the experience.

By the time the effects of the plant begin I am thoroughly relaxed and mesmerized by all the pre-Salvia imagery. But once the Salvia’s effects begin I cannot believe my eyes AS THE GRAPHICS PLAYING ON TV ACTUALLY COME OUT OF THE SCREEN AND WRAP AROUND ME! It is really beyond 3D! NO WORDS CAN DESCRIBE THIS EXPERIENCE. Here’s perhaps a new psychological landscape waiting to be explored. It is an otherworldly/cybershamanic experience.