Making short sequenced synth loops is a fine beginning to any synth jam, and limited steps can often make these really captivating. The Zynthia is a device which generates synth bleeps and allows you to sequences them. A set of accompanying LEDs to show the way.
The Zynthia uses 40106, 4051, 4029 and CD4028 chips to create a noise box-sequencer which has the ability to run forwards and backwards. For each step you can set a tone or modulation of a synced tone, as well as control the overall playback speed. This incredibly affordable kit comes with a printed circuit board, headers for connection to a breadboard and the four chips which can come surface mounted or loose if you want to mount them at home.
This simple kit is a good starter to anyone wanting to experiment with breadboards and expand their soldering skills and electronics knowledge. In addition to the supplied components, some other parts are needed to complete the kit – which include LEDs, Potentiometers and some switches.
The Zynthia was inspired by this projected featured on Hackaday and is shipped from Germany by davedarko. You can see the entire build happen here, or just press play to see the Zynthia in action!
