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Designing a Simple Analog Hi-Hat Circuit for DIY Eurorack Synthesizers

Moritz Klein via YouTube

Overview

Learn how to design and build a simple analog hi-hat from scratch in this comprehensive 37-minute tutorial video. Explore the fascinating world of synthesized analog hi-hats, inspired by classic drum machines like the Roland TR-606 and TR-808. Dive into the step-by-step process of creating a versatile and crunchy-sounding DIY hi-hat circuit, covering topics such as metallic noise generation, bandpass filtering, distortion, envelope shaping, and tune control. Follow along with the provided bill of materials and circuit simulation to construct your own Eurorack-compatible hi-hat module.

Syllabus

Intro & Sound Demo
Hi-Hat Basics
Metallic Noise Gen
Bandpass Filter
Distortion/VCA
Envelope/Gate-To-Trigger
Highpass Filter
Open Hi-Hat
Tune Control
Outro

Taught by

Moritz Klein

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