The Stylophone is an iconic compact synthesizer operated by touching a stylus to a contact keyboard. The truth is, the Stylophone is so iconic that I’ve a tattoo of 1 on my arm. The Stylophone was initially launched manner again in 1968 and new fashions are nonetheless accessible at this time at very inexpensive costs. However we’re tinkerers right here, which is why you may wish to construct this DIY Stylophone that matches in your pocket.
Aside from being extra compact, that is similar to the unique Stylophone. It has the identical sort of contact keyboard and sounds very very similar to the unique, too. That is {hardware} synthesizer primarily based on a 555 timer and the one actual change made by Electro Retro was the addition of vibrato. Plus, it will get energy from a lithium battery with USB-C charging by means of a TP4057, which is a pleasant comfort improve.
To construct one, you simply have to order the gorgeous PCB that Electro Retro designed. You then’ll want some SMD soldering expertise to populate the board. A 3D-printed again shell gives some safety for the battery and retains it safe.
