Arduino MIDI Proto Shield

Whilst on the topic of MIDI modules with built-in expansion capabilities, I also wanted a prototyping shield for an Arduino Uno that has the MIDI circuitry pre-built, so this is the next project. Update: Find the Build Guide here: Arduino MIDI Proto Shield - Part 2 Tutorials used in this project: Arduino MIDI Interfaces Notes on … Continue reading Arduino MIDI Proto Shield →

Raspberry Pi Pico MIDI Proto Expander

I am a bit fan of the Pimoroni Dual Expander module for the Raspberry Pi Pico. I've used it quite a lot with my Raspberry Pi Pico MIDI "pack" Interface for example. So I thought it might be nice to place my 3V3 MIDI Module onto a board following the same idea, giving space for a … Continue reading Raspberry Pi Pico MIDI Proto Expander →

3V3 MIDI Module PCB

I have a range of Ready-Made MIDI Modules but all of my 3V3 ready ones tend to be DIY MIDI Interfaces, so I thought I'd capture the now largely ubiquitous 3V3 MIDI circuit that I keep using into a single module. Note: This is recommended for use with cheap microcontrollers, NOT more expensive single board computers such … Continue reading 3V3 MIDI Module PCB →

Raspberry Pi Pico Multi MIDI Router – Part 4

From the first time I put my Raspberry Pi Pico Multi MIDI Router onto protoboard, I thought it would be handy to have a PCB version. This post describes the design process to do just that. Update: Find the Build Guide here: Raspberry Pi Pico Multi MIDI Router - Part 5 Tutorials used in this project: … Continue reading Raspberry Pi Pico Multi MIDI Router – Part 4 →

Raspberry Pi Pico Multi MIDI Router – Revisited

After publishing the details of my diy proto-board version of my Raspberry Pi Pico Multi MIDI Router I got into a conversation with @VE7FIM on Twitter about MIDI boards for the Pico and they very kindly offered to design and build a dual MIDI interface board for me for my Pico. This was back in … Continue reading Raspberry Pi Pico Multi MIDI Router – Revisited →

MiniDexed Raspberry Pi IO Board – Part 3

This is the set of build notes for the larger of my MiniDexed Raspberry Pi IO Boards. Warning! I strongly recommend using old or second hand equipment for your experiments. I am not responsible for any damage to expensive instruments! These are the key tutorials for the main concepts used in this project: My first … Continue reading MiniDexed Raspberry Pi IO Board – Part 3 →

MiniDexed Raspberry Pi IO Board – Part 2

This is the set of build notes for the smaller of my MiniDexed Raspberry Pi IO Boards. Update: There is a newer version of this board: MiniDexed Raspberry Pi IO Board V2 Design. Warning! I strongly recommend using old or second hand equipment for your experiments. I am not responsible for any damage to expensive instruments! These … Continue reading MiniDexed Raspberry Pi IO Board – Part 2 →

Raspberry Pi Pico MIDI Module PCB – Part 2

My Raspberry Pi Pico MIDI Module PCB arrived today, so here is the build guide! Warning! I strongly recommend using old or second hand equipment for your experiments. I am not responsible for any damage to expensive instruments! These are the key tutorials for the main concepts used in this project: PCB Design in KiCad from Arduino … Continue reading Raspberry Pi Pico MIDI Module PCB – Part 2 →

MiniDexed Raspberry Pi IO Board

I've been toying with the idea of some kind of IO board for my MiniDexed experiments for use with a Raspberry Pi. I initially wanted something fully self-contained - i.e. just pop it on a Raspberry Pi and you're good to go. But then it was pointed out that having all the IO connections on … Continue reading MiniDexed Raspberry Pi IO Board →

Raspberry Pi Pico MIDI Module PCB

I've now built several DIY Raspberry Pi Pico MIDI interfaces, and despite several hints via social media, no-one has come forward to make me a simple MIDI interface module, so I've decided to have another go at making a PCB myself. Update: Find the Build Guide here: Raspberry Pi Pico MIDI Module PCB - Part 2 … Continue reading Raspberry Pi Pico MIDI Module PCB →