The Chinese DSP reverb module used in the 山景(mountain view) DSP FX Pitch Shifter & Reverb can be changed in terms of effect types and parameters.
Using the APCWrokbench software, the effects can be changed in real time.
The cha...
2024-11-23 16:50:39 +0000 UTC View Post
Recently, a modular synth event was held in Beijing.
I was thrilled to hear that a Chinese DIYer showcased the Raspberry Pi Pico VC...
2024-11-13 15:09:33 +0000 UTC View Posthttps://note.com/solder_state/n/na0ae5754fa9c
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I attended a live coding performance held in Hamamatsu City, where YAMAHA's headquarters are located.
https://kamoeartcenter.org/events/20240901-loopian/...
2024-09-08 11:09:43 +0000 UTC View Post
Vactrols (analog photocouplers) are becoming increasingly difficult to produce due to the harmful chemicals used in their manufacturing, making them limited and expensive components. However, vactrols produced in China are available globally throu...
2024-08-12 13:44:28 +0000 UTC View Post
A small maker fair event was held in Hamamatsu, Japan, the home of Roland and Yamaha.
https://makezine.jp/event/makerfaire/hmmf2024/
There w...
2024-07-09 15:11:27 +0000 UTC View Post
HOME BAKE INSTRUMENTS (HBI), known for creating gadget synthesizers in Japan, has uniquely ventured into selling Eurorack modules. This is an introduction to their very distinctive assembly method.
Here's some additional information about the DIY SSI2131 VCO module.
Gerber data, schematic and BOM for the Envelope follower module PCB used in making the opto compressor.
The envelope follower circuit can function as a modular synth module on its own, but it also has its uses in compressor, wah, leve...
2024-05-05 07:07:43 +0000 UTC View Post
Supplemental video for SSI2140 VCF.
One of the useful features of the SSI2140 VCF IC is the Q VCA.
Transistor ladder VCFs have the problem that when the resona...
2024-04-05 11:02:46 +0000 UTC View Post
Vactrol is one of the parts that is difficult to obtain.
We compared LCR0203, which is inexpensive and widely distributed, and NSL-7053, which is used in some modules.
The voltage attenuation characteristics are clearly different.
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Article from my BLOG.
I have updated the links to DIY synthesizer circuit examples, knowledge and inspiration.
The articles are in Japanese, but many of the links are in English.
2024-03-16 15:23:23 +0000 UTC View Post
During my visit to the Tokyo Festival Of Modular, I also toured electronic component shops in Akihabara, Tokyo.
Akihabara is well-known for its shops related to anime, games, and a wide array of electronic components.
While it's easy to pu...
During my visit to the Tokyo Festival Of Modular, I took the opportunity to explore several synthesizer shops in Tokyo. Given that these shops are concentrated in certain areas of Tokyo, it's possible to visit all of them within three hours.
I attended the Tokyo Festival of Modular (TFOM) on November 25, 2023.
TFOM is Japan's biggest event for modular synths, featuring exhibitions, sales from modular synth makers, and live performances, among other things.
Due to the impact ...
2023-12-16 16:17:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is a photo and schematic PDF and a supplemental video of the common mode noise.
Common mode noise is noise that flo...
2023-11-22 17:14:57 +0000 UTC View PostThe dollar-yen rate is 150yen/$. This is the lowest level in 25 years.
Now is the best time to buy modules from Japan.
There are two recommended ways to buy.
The first is to buy new Japanese modules from author...
2023-11-17 07:10:14 +0000 UTC View Post
I bought a new power supply.
ALIENTEK DP100
Small DC power supply that works with USB PD.
Rated 30V,5A,100W
I bought it at Aliexpress for $53.
It is made in China, but the quality is good.
...
2023-11-04 15:41:48 +0000 UTC View Post
For my project I am using very cheap jacks bought from alie...
2023-10-20 15:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
電氣美術研究會(EARS :Electronic Arts Research Society), a Japanese DIY modular synth parts store, carries several original products.
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I have made a CVsource module.
It does not have enough features to make a video, so I will publish it on patreon.
4HP , 3 outputs.
Output voltage is adjusted by POT.
The front panel and control pcb are appropriated from the 2023-09-15 03:27:33 +0000 UTC View Post
Arduino uno R4 is now available.
It is equipped with an MCU made by Renesas Electronics, and its faster processing and DAC show great potential.
With 5V I/O and many ADCs, the MCU is easy to use for modular synths compared to the Raspb...
2023-08-30 15:23:51 +0000 UTC View Post
Schematic PDF, BOM,additional photos,Gerber data, and arduino program files.
Gerber data contain 3 PCB files , front panel , control PCB , and main PCB.
Front panel is no silk data , only outline data.
https://note.com/solder_state/n/n372399e1a0f2
https://note.com/solder_state/n/n8c53c590193f
https://modulove.io/shop/eurorack/module/k...
2023-06-30 14:56:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Proposed claves percussion circuit with gate input as power source.
I will not assemble it because of a few bad points.
1. It is difficult t...
2023-06-14 08:26:29 +0000 UTC View Post
A DIY event limited to MIDI equipment was held in Japan in April 2023.
I did not participate, but here are some articles in Japanese.
Sequencer with image recognition
Tesla coil performance
Acoustic instrument pe...
2023-05-24 13:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is an introduction to the equipment and applications for shooting YouTube videos.
1. Camera
I use a smart phone.
These are cheap Chinese smartphones such as Xiaomi.
2.Reco...
2023-05-14 13:16:58 +0000 UTC View PostOn March 28, 2023, the Japanese musician Ryuichi Sakamoto passed away.
I was influenced by him and started studying electronics and playing music.
My modular synth activities have their roots in Ryuichi Sakamoto.
I wou...
2023-04-18 16:36:51 +0000 UTC View Post