Modular Synthesizer

By

Marion Rose

Analog
Soldering

The modular synthesizer project will be a series of discrete circuits that I design to generate an array of sounds. Each module will include ¼” input jacks so that they can be interconnected with cables. The system will operate in the 0-5v range from a common power supply. The goal is to make each module an analog circuit, with no digitization. I plan on starting with the bare minimum required to generate an output and expanding with additional modules if I have time. The following requirements have been set for this project: -The system will be modular - each module will be able to function independently from the rest of the system. - Completed -The system will include a voltage controlled oscillator - this module will produce the source signal for the rest of the system. - Completed -The system will include a common power source - each module will be powered by 5v. - Completed -The system will include processor modules - modules that modify an input signal such as filters and modulators. -Incomplete

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Name Description
Modular System To demonstrate modularity, each subsystem should be tested separately and demonstrate that they meet the requirements. A multimeter will be used to measure power usage and an oscilloscope to measure the signal inputs and outputs.   Link
Voltage Controlled Oscillator The functionality of the voltage controlled oscillator can be measured using an oscilloscope.The output should be predictable based on the inputs.   Link
Processor modules The functionality of the processor module can be demonstrated by comparing the input and output signals using an oscilloscope.   Link
Power supply The power supply should be robust enough to provide a steady 5v input when connected to each of the modules. This will be tested by connecting the entire system and measuring the voltage with a multimeter.   Link
Project Document Overview of the project design   Download
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