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Benjie Jiao - DIY Modular Synth Project
Philippines
Приєднався 17 вер 2015
Hi! I'm Benjie. I'm a DIY modular synthesizer maker from the Philippines. I stared building synths in February 2021 and have been regularly uploading jams on UA-cam as I build more stuff.
Build notes and blog: benjiaomodular.com
Instagram and Facebook: @benjiaomodular
Support my channel: ko-fi.com/benjiao
Build notes and blog: benjiaomodular.com
Instagram and Facebook: @benjiaomodular
Support my channel: ko-fi.com/benjiao
Modifying a PCB-based Eurorack modules using point-to-point wiring
Sponsored by @PCBWay. Sign up to PCBWay using my link to get $5 free credit: pcbway.com/g/72r6B9
Another SynthDIY tip! In this video, I explain how I use the deadbug method to modify existing modules.
-- Timestamps --
00:00 Intro
00:45 What I want to change
01:05 References
01:25 Schematics and panel
02:52 Sponsor: PCBWay
03:47 Deadbug build
05:15 Testing
05:55 Outro
-- Links --
Donate through Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/benjiao
Order v1 of my MiniOSC: www.pcbway.com/project/shareproject/MiniOSC___A_voltage_controlled_oscillator_for_modular_synthesizer.html
Another SynthDIY tip! In this video, I explain how I use the deadbug method to modify existing modules.
-- Timestamps --
00:00 Intro
00:45 What I want to change
01:05 References
01:25 Schematics and panel
02:52 Sponsor: PCBWay
03:47 Deadbug build
05:15 Testing
05:55 Outro
-- Links --
Donate through Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/benjiao
Order v1 of my MiniOSC: www.pcbway.com/project/shareproject/MiniOSC___A_voltage_controlled_oscillator_for_modular_synthesizer.html
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Відео
Why I like doing point-to-point builds for SynthDIY
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Sponsored by @PCBWay. You can order my EuroPowerBoard v2 directy of off PCBWay's website: www.pcbway.com/project/shareproject/EuroPowerBoard_v2_db65723e.html Sign up to PCBWay using my link to get $5 free credit: pcbway.com/g/72r6B9 In this video I talk about why I like to use point-to-point soldering or "deadbug" for my early prototypes. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:12 Life update 01:08 What is ...
You can teach SynthDIY using my SynthCard!
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You can teach SynthDIY using my SynthCard!
MiniAttenuMix (Part 2) - PCBs for My Attenuverted Mixer Build
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MiniAttenuMix (Part 2) - PCBs for My Attenuverted Mixer Build
My Completely Handwired EuroPi Builds
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My Completely Handwired EuroPi Builds
Dual CS-20 VCF by @cubusynth (Demo Jam)
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Dual CS-20 VCF by @cubusynth (Demo Jam)
MiniAttenuMix (Part 1) - I built a DIY 4-channel attenuverted mixer for Eurorack!
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MiniAttenuMix (Part 1) - I built a DIY 4-channel attenuverted mixer for Eurorack!
Marsupial Dual Voltage Controlled Filter by @setonixsynth7030 (Demo Jam)
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Marsupial Dual Voltage Controlled Filter by @setonixsynth7030 (Demo Jam)
I built a musical clock divider for Eurorack!
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I built a musical clock divider for Eurorack!
SpadElectronic Symbiotic: Make music with plants! (Demo Jam)
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SpadElectronic Symbiotic: Make music with plants! (Demo Jam)
Likaon Instruments Marie's LFO (Demo Jam)
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Likaon Instruments Marie's LFO (Demo Jam)
MiniSNH - My completely analog sample-and-hold module with probability gates
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MiniSNH - My completely analog sample-and-hold module with probability gates
Knopslmodular Mixer Mink and VCA Vulture (Demo Jam)
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Knopslmodular Mixer Mink and VCA Vulture (Demo Jam)
Modulove SYNTH MOD LFO and SCoPE (Demo Jam)
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Modulove SYNTH MOD LFO and SCoPE (Demo Jam)
The cases I built for my DIY Eurorack synthesizer modules
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The cases I built for my DIY Eurorack synthesizer modules
MiniMix - A Open-source 4-channel DIY Mixer for Eurorack Modular Synth
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MiniMix - A Open-source 4-channel DIY Mixer for Eurorack Modular Synth
I made a EuroPanelMaker library for OpenSCAD!
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I made a EuroPanelMaker library for OpenSCAD!
DIY Modular Jam -- A Generative Patch using my Random Triggers Prototype
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DIY Modular Jam A Generative Patch using my Random Triggers Prototype
DIY Modular Live Patching at Phono, QC -- April 29, 2023
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DIY Modular Live Patching at Phono, QC April 29, 2023
DIY Modular Jam -- Swells using my new LFO
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DIY Modular Jam Swells using my new LFO
MiniLFO - A 2HP triangle wave LFO for Eurorack modular synth
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MiniLFO - A 2HP triangle wave LFO for Eurorack modular synth
DIY Modular Jam -- Sub-octaves using a my new Clock Divider module
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DIY Modular Jam Sub-octaves using a my new Clock Divider module
MiniVerb - Part 4: Making sure that the next PCB batch works!
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MiniVerb - Part 4: Making sure that the next PCB batch works!
MiniVerb - Part 3: An SMT Version and The Importance of Checking Datasheets
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MiniVerb - Part 3: An SMT Version and The Importance of Checking Datasheets
MiniVerb - Part 2: Finally, a working version of the PCB!
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MiniVerb - Part 2: Finally, a working version of the PCB!
MiniVerb - A reverb module for Eurorack using the Daisy Seed platform
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MiniVerb - A reverb module for Eurorack using the Daisy Seed platform
My MiniSynth project after a year of learning PCB design!
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My MiniSynth project after a year of learning PCB design!
Herzlich labs is the worst Eurorack company I have ever witnessed. Be aware! They only have a 14 day warranty (which they will not honor anyway). Herzlich Labs sent me a malfunctioning module, tried to fix it, failed and then told me to kick rocks. Beware, these people are liars and thieves! FUCK HERZLICH LABS!
it is digital?
Impressive. I bought a nano to do something similar (sampler), but I haven't a clue where to start except follow other people's projects. You are obviously far more accomplished and the result sounds really good.
Nice one Benji
Nice patch! Love to get bursts again in my case.
Very nice. VCV Rack is an extremely special thing.
Thank you very much! It's such a powerful tool
I'm excited for the eventual PCBs (assuming you release them like most of the others)!
of course! this one's definitely on the list. 😁
Coolio ❤
Thanks!!
ey! this zounds great, how can I install the .ino file to my patch:init? thanks!
A little bit far away 😂 Enjoy for the rest of the world !
haha! sorry, @dtharmo. but thanks for the support as always
great video brooo!
Thanks!!
Hi! I've only recently found out about your channel. I want to build some NLC modules, but I have close to zero experience with soldering and reading schematics. Which module from their line-up would you recommend for a beginner? And please, from where should I start learning? Cheers!
I would suggest the 4hp Mix or VCAs, both are slightly boring but infinitely useful modules.
Can i use this code without the cv inputs, with the original auduino hardware plus the extra pots?
that's a sweet sounding filter you got there <3
Thanks! I'm glad you like it. 😊
Do you know of any references to which PCB Fab options fit what purpose so I (we) know which are frivolous or not? I am rebuilding my 'design (copy what works for others more like - Don Lancaster's "Active Filter Cookbook" got me smarter how to approach the concept.) & build' space here for the past few years, attempting to reduce my radically increased Gear Acquisition Syndrome since the lock-down began and apparently never ends. Buying all four Eventide Factor Stompboxes is my trigger to get a Stereo/Mono/CV 8/16 Ins by 16 Outs Matrix Mixer built, though the Erica looks tempting. I am glad that I've been ADHD putting it off for so long. Otherwise, I wouldn't have bumped into the simplicity of using Attenuverters instead of Switches for Polarity. MegaThanks For Your Inspirations plural!!!
Hey! First of all, thanks for the kind words. And that design & build space rebuild sounds like a fun project! About your question regarding pcb fab options, for modular synths and pedals, I really almost exclusively use PCBWay's default settings (FR4, 1.6mm) except for surface finish where I use HASL lead free. Is this what you meant by options? Or were you planning on making the PCBs in-house?
i just got randomly recommended this video. but i like your style! i'll definitely stick around for the ride :)
aww thank you so much!
Do you have any builds for small biquadratic bandpass filters with high range q parameter on both sides? I cannot find a bandpass filter in my budget that I can afford three or four of. This would help me immensely in a signal processing project.
Hey! I'm afraid I don't. It's on the list though. You could try to look for AS3350 circuits. I'm pretty sure it has a Q control built in
@@benjiaomodular I will take a look. I am specifically trying to split ambient noise into controlled bands to process elsewhere. Do you have anywhere we can chat outside UA-cam comments? I am new to hardware but have several hundred hours in VCV Rack.
You are my hero ooooooooo! 😻
Thanks!! 😅🙌🙌🙌
Another great video thank you for sharing. Random question, what is the electric screwdriver you used to mount your module in your case?
I'm glad you liked it. I also just saw your donation, thank you very much! 🙏 It's the Miniware ES15. Really useful when you're like me and you swap modules around a lot.
You are a monolithic superlative. And king of the thrifty. Beautiful case, beautiful video, and beautiful sounds. So organized. You make me happy to be alive, and proud of my humanity. Not a great many people really make me proud of my humanity but no lies you are something else. Edit: I’m sure that I saw this at an art show or else heard someone else make this suggestion, also a friend of mine wanted me to do a p-2-p build for him. And he requested that it be encapsulated in epoxy resin. I’m still uncertain as to whether that’s a very worthwhile endeavor since components can always go bad and the different materials will still stress especially if you like loud, vibrating setups!
Aww thank you so much! That's such a nice thing to say. Re: coating stuff in epoxy, I'd be concern with heat dissipation. But it sounds like a fun experiment!
Love the format. You’re building a great channel
Thank you very much! 😊
Very fast and easy construction technique, your system is much like circuit sculpture and is very clean and elegant. If one wants to be a bit sloppier and faster, I like using cyanoacrylate to very quickly glue down components upside-down so I can solder to their leads without much fiddling with a third hand. Have you ever tried "Manhattan style" circuits? I still see those on a lot of older homebuilt equipment. Who needs PCBs for short run or one-off production?
Thank you very much! I looked up Manhattan-style and wasn't disapppinted. That looks pretty in it's own way too. Probably sturdier. Thanks for the tip about CA glue as well, i should probably try that with some circuits if I need things to be more rigid. Cheers man!
That ca technique Oooooh Thanks a million
I figured you'd be tired of soldering after getting all those power boards done :). What do you use for wire when parts leads are not enough or not strong enough?
Haha! I'm glad I don't have to do that again anytime soon. I use solid 22AWG tinned copper wire. I just recently found out you can buy them without the shielding ph.rs-online.com/web/p/copper-wire/0355079
Hi Benje, great channel!
Thank you very much! 😊
Love this sound man ❤
thank you very much!
Really nice! Fantastic
Thank you!! 😊
Great video as always! Your "wall-of-euroracks" is really beautiful and the workspace looks awesome as well.
Aww thanks Tommy! 😊
Welcome back! Just one question - what would you say are the disadvantages of dead bug builds?
Heyyy thanks! That sounds like another video idea. Haha. Here are some points off the bat: - It's tricky to debug and repair more complex builds, especially if you don't document your mods properly - Builds are more fragile, especially when they're outside the case
@@benjiaomodular Yes! We wanna see that video. 👍😊
@@datuarellano letsgoooo! thanks for the tip
Really cool video!
Thank you! 🙏
Happy to see you again ! What a big case, which power supply did you put in there, only one for this big ? Another question, which wire do you use to build like this ? Looks like you have very straight nude wire ?
Thanks! I'm glad to be back. I plan to power it with a single MeanWell RT125B. I still haven't filled it up completely, so we're yet to see how it holds up
Came here from insta, just sayin :) very interesting content.
glad to hear that! thanks for dropping by 🙏
This was so enjoyable to watch. Have a great weekend ❤
thank you so much. you too!
Great video! I was really curious about the dead bug method 🙌
Thank you very much! Hope it was helpful 🙏
Hey Benji! Thanks so much for this. Really pleased with the results but it wasn't particularly strong on my Makerspace's Prussa with defaults. Have you done much experimentation with print settings? What material/infill do you use? Any other tips for the print? (sorry 3D printing noob here!)
Oh, i noticed you also asked the same question on Reddit. Pasting my answer here in case others would like to know as well: --- You're welcome! Glad you like it. It definitely isn't as strong as aluminum/PCB panels, but I've never experienced any of them break under normal use. Nothing special -- eSUN PLA+, 0.2mm layer height, 210C, 20% inflill. Make sure to print the panels face down. I've been printing with eSUN PETG recently, but that's because I've also been printing rails and I'm too lazy to swap materials back and forth. Heh. They do come out a little tougher, but the fonts tend to become less readable.
thank you for sharing your knowledge. i am trying to build my first module and i have Qs regarding the diagram. on the power section u1c and u2c are connected to 12v and grnd but where are each of them connected afterward? they seem to be isolated. and do i connect vref direcrtly to vref on the osc section? if you have a picture of the actual circuit could you share? your help would be appreciated.
Hey! Sorry I missed your comment. 12V and GND - all of them should be connected to the power jack. They aren't isolated, i only draw it like that to keep it neet. Vrerf - You are correct, it should be connected to the osc section Unfortunately, I have traded this old build with a friend so I can't take any more photos. 😅
@@benjiaomodular thanks. great fan of your work. keep it up!
Thank you so much! 🙏
May I ask, did you use the exact code included in Elkayem’s design?
yup! pretty much
@@benjiaomodularHello again. I seem to be having some trouble getting this going. I've gone off your schematic you supply in the link (thank you for that). I can see the RX led on the arduino nano react as expected with note on off information. The CLOCK (& GATE & TRIG) LEDs don't react to anything at all. I would expect the CLOCK led to be flashing to the project BPM of my DAW (cubase) where I'm outputting the MIDI channel from (Channel 1), but I get nothing. I get no changes in voltage on a DMM when sending pitch bend or mod wheel info to the circuit. I'm using Elkayem's code with no changes. After a while, I also see the TX LED flash as well as the RX LED, where I'm pretty sure it should only be the RX? I would so really appreciate any info you might be able to shed on this! I feel like I'm missing something which may be obvious but just don't know. Could it be the midi library version or anything like that?
Ok. It appears I can receive MIDI from a keyboard, no problem. I can read voltages and all expected information, but it appears the problem is when I try to send the midi from my DAW. I so far can't figure that out.
@@-______-______- hey! I haven't tried using mine with a DAW, but are you by any chance trying to use it via USB? Because I don't think that'll work with Nano without extra circuitry
@@benjiaomodular no. Not usb. Over serial.
Hey again … could I ask how you managed to down-scale the power into the Seed from Eurorack levels?
Hey! Sorry I missed your comment. The Seed works great on 12V power so I didn't really have to downscale it. For audio and CV levels, on the other hand, I had to borrow some circuitry from the Daisy Patch SM which is also open-source. You can find my schematics for it on Github github.com/benjiaomodular/MiniVerb
Thanks man I’ll take a look. As far as I can tell, the Daisy Seed requires 3.3v, whereas the incoming Eurorack voltage is 12v. Does the Seed have the components to downgrade the power to 3.3v then? If so that’s great 😁
Cheers!
Haee?.
Nice slide
Thank you very much!
I have the same question. I have an Uno and wish to. have it be the master clock for my Division 6 Sequencer and other items with Clock in/out.
gorgeous!
Thank you!!
Yo is that hand made??
Yes it is! He made it out of an old harddrive
Thats cool! @@benjiaomodular
Cool! Out of curiosity, what's the little orange box connected from the output of mvmnt?
Thanks! That's just the probe adapter I made for my oscilloscope. 🙂
So good ❤
Thanks!!
Build guide coming? ❤ it..
It's on the list! Thanks man
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🙏🙏🙏
It's one of the nerdiest thing I definitely want !
Haha! Thanks HarmO
Woooow Bro! Amazing ❤
Thanks!
Brilliant! Did you follow a schematic, or is it your own design? I've seen a few, but not sure which one to build.
Did you use a dedicated power supply for it ? What kind of chip ?
Yup! It will have a dedicated psu when i transfer it to the big case. I used a TPA3110 module
@@benjiaomodular the people want a video ! 😁
@@dtharmo it will come soon! I don't want people to start blowing up speakers because of me. Haha! 🤣