A Python-based, keyboard-first desktop app for browsing, previewing and trimming, audio samples
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esp32 Midi processor
[This post has been updated a few days after it’s initial release: All the files are made available and various pieces of information have been added]
This project has been sponsored by PCBWay. Read below for more details on this.
While developing the ClockBox I had some ideas that were not suited to be put into that project. However, they were too good to be gutted — at least for me. That’s why I developed the esp32 midi processor. In short: it’s an esp32 with 2 independent Midi IN- and 2 independent Midi OUTputs, a USB-host adapter and some buttons, etc. The circuit itself might also serve as a base for the next years of midi projects to come.
The first thing I built with this platform is a universal midi processor/modulator/merger.
ClockBox v3
This is the ClockBox v3. It’s a tool that creates Midiclock data and sends them out via TRS-A connector and USB. It also provides DinSync compatible tempo data via (1/8″) TS-output.
The smallest possible digital DJ-Setup
I finally did it and built the smallest possible DJ System I can imagine. Have a look at this video to get an idea of its size and basic operation. It’s an early protoype, a little rough around the edges but it allows you to get a first impression.
The system is based around mixxx running on a Raspberry Pi 4. It’s battery-backed and allows for standalone operation of ~2.5 hours. It can be connected to a power outlet anytime for uninterrupted operation over a longer period. It features 2*mono out and allows to be connected to a mixing desk or an active speaker/ boombox.
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Es gibt so etwas wie eine regelmäßige Bandprobe, bei der ich mitmache. Es passieren Sachen im Umfeld von improvisiertem elektronischem HipHop- oder so. Ich spiele ClockBox und Sampler. Mein musikalischer Input hält sich im Rahmen, aber ich stehe nicht im Weg rum und habe die Midi Clockbox entwickelt, die das ganze Gerümpel synchronisert. Und manchmal bringe ich Bier mit. Deswegen werde ich geduldet.
Mein Zeug steht in der Mitte vom Bild.
Misch-Mischpult-Pult
Es gibt bereits einige Ansätze dafür, allen gemein ist aber, dass sie nie erfolgreich waren: Ich suche schon sehr lange ein absolutes Mini-Mischpult mit Headphone-Cue. Gibt es nicht für schmales Geld und in der benötigten Größe. Also los, dieses Mal muss es klappen.
Die Basis dafür sind zwei identische Stereo-Mixer-Module von Aliexpress, Einzelpreis ca 8€.
SP404 MK2 custom Adapters
Yes I know: I DO have G.A.S: Gear Acquisition Syndrome. It’s nothing new to me. However, this will probably (not) be the last investment into gear: The amount of space I have for storing gear ist literally zero.
Having a new type of gear always makes me wonder which adapters might be useful. Let’s begin…
