Scanner is the stage name of Robin Rimbaud, a British musician and sound artist known for his innovative use of sampling and digital technology in his work. Emerging in the early 1990s, Scanner gained prominence for his ability to manipulate sound and create immersive audio experiences, often incorporating recorded telephone conversations and environmental sounds. His music spans various genres, including ambient, electronic, and experimental, and he has collaborated with a diverse range of artists across disciplines. Scanner's work not only explores the boundaries of sound but also engages with themes of surveillance and the nature of communication in the modern world.