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=====Benjolin===== | =====Benjolin===== | ||
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+ | Note : Synth DIY is about hunting for information in the internet jungle. I will put links that can help you but you < | ||
====Introduction==== | ====Introduction==== | ||
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The Benjolin is a musical electronic instrument created by Rob Hordijk. I strongly suggest to read his explanation about the instrument over at electro-music. Files needed for the build are available at electro-music and also on casper electronics website. | The Benjolin is a musical electronic instrument created by Rob Hordijk. I strongly suggest to read his explanation about the instrument over at electro-music. Files needed for the build are available at electro-music and also on casper electronics website. | ||
- | Bathio, Pipo, Nicolas and Martin expressed interest in making one so it is a good opportunity | + | * Rob Hordijk sub-forum http:// |
+ | * Casper Electronics (schematics, mods, etc.)https:// | ||
+ | * Mods https:// | ||
+ | * Power supply http:// | ||
+ | * Macumbista' | ||
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+ | ====Design==== | ||
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+ | ===Box=== | ||
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+ | I suggest buying a 10" | ||
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+ | ===Layout=== | ||
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+ | Design your layout, according to your box. | ||
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+ | Software : | ||
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+ | If you have a Mac I strongly suggest Affinity Designer (50$, for life). If you have Linux I strongly suggest Inkscape (free/open source). | ||
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+ | //Note : I do not recommend illustrator as nobody in the lab will be able to help you. We encourage software that is opensource, or accessible in terms of price. We do not encourage cracking. Furthermore, | ||
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+ | My layout : | ||
+ | //(includes the cv and audio in mods and the rungle mods)// | ||
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+ | {{: | ||
- | It will be built in a wooden enclosure with an aluminum panel on top. | ||
====Parts needed==== | ====Parts needed==== | ||
+ | ===PCB=== | ||
- | * 1 pcb, bigger than 10cmx16cm. You can buy it at Abra, Addison, or online, digikey, etc. A 4" | + | * 1 pcb, bigger than 10cmx16cm. You can buy it at Abra, Addison, or online, digikey, etc. **A 4" |
- | * 1 sheet of PNP BLUE http:// | + | * 1 sheet of PNP BLUE http:// |
- | ====Ordering==== | + | |
- | ====Making the pcb==== | + | ===Parts=== |
- | ====Populating==== | + | You will need parts for the benjolin pcb, the power supply pcb, and the box itslef. There is a part list on casperelectronics page. I will put links for some parts, because they are hard to find or strongly suggested. |
- | ====Making the box==== | + | * SSM2164D replacement : https:// |
+ | * 3300uF : http:// | ||
+ | * 1/8 jack : https:// | ||
+ | * 1/4 jack : http:// | ||
+ | * DC jack : http:// | ||
+ | You need a 50 log pot for the volume http:// | ||
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+ | *UPDATE* | ||
+ | I made an extended part list including the power supply parts, the rungle mods and the cv in and audio in mods (does not include the original bill of material) : https:// | ||
====Wiring==== | ====Wiring==== | ||
- | ====Testing==== | + | Inside of my benjolin, for reference : |
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+ | It's missing a lot of information but if you have any question message me on slack and i will add the missing bits here. | ||
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+ | Good luck :) | ||
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+ | Also 3 interesting links : | ||
+ | * http:// | ||
+ | * https:// | ||
+ | * https:// |