NAMM 2025: MicroKits Synthasettte and BananaSynth

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"At this year's NAMM, we caught up with David from MicroKits who demonstrated their *Syntheset*, a compact cassette-sized synthesizer that's been in production for the past few years. David explained that the Syntheset features a touch pad with 13 notes, an octave up function, and tuning adjustments. Notably, it includes clips that allow you to connect conductive objects, such as die-cast cars or play-doh, turning them into musical notes.

David also teased the development of the BananaSynth, MicroKits' next product, which will be banana-shaped with additional features. The company, based in Charlottesville, Virginia, has been setting up manufacturing facilities, allowing David to focus on new designs. He expressed enthusiasm about creating synthesizers in fun shapes with beginner-friendly features, emphasizing the joy of transforming everyday objects into musical instruments.

More Info:
[MicroKits Website](https://microkits.net)"

🖐🏻🎹 Addams Family on the Synth-a-Sette

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"Get your own cassette sized synthesizer in time for Halloween, at MicroKits.net!"

First Halloween post for the year.

MicroKits MicroSynth Business Card Sized Synthesizer & Theremin Kit

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"See more at MicroKits.net/blogs/news/introducing-the-microsynth-theremin-kits

Thanks to Dan Maloney for the inspiration https://hackaday.com/2018/05/11/styli... [featured here]

Thanks to Evil Monkeyz for selling the silicon wafer you see near the end https://www.evilmonkeyzdesignz.com/"

The also make a Theremin breadboard kit available on Amazon.

In 1920, an engineer named Leon Theremin discovered he could create music and sound by waving his hands around electric fields. Since then, the theremin has inspired musicians and engineers to create new sounds and instruments. MicroKits continues that tradition by designing a version of the theremin that anyone can build, including you! What sounds will you discover?

Build Your Own Invention.
With your MicroKits theremin, you can create music and sound by waving your hands around electric fields!

Learn Science & Engineering.
Discover the physics of electrical capacitance and practice working with real electronic parts.

Easy to Follow Instructions.
Colorful 22 page instructional booklet. Build step by step, with breaks to check your work and learn how your circuit works.

No Tools Needed.
Everything you need is in the box. Start creating electronics without having to learn soldering, and simply place parts in the breadboard to connect. Yes, batteries included too!

Twisted Tools | Micro Kits MK02 by Glitchmachines

YouTube Uploaded by twistedtools on Apr 5, 2012

"Twisted Tools Release Micro Kits 02 by Glitchmachines

Twisted Tools has introduced the second release in its new series of MICRO KITS, small and affordable sample packs for Maschine, Battery, Kontakt, Ableton, Reaktor and EXS24. Each MICRO KITS release features 5 drum kits for $9, developed by a cutting edge sound designer.

MICRO KITS 02 by GLITCHMACHINES, features 5 meticulously crafted drum kits, perfectly suited for use in glitch hop, IDM, noise and bass music. The collection of kits is made up of aggressive analog and digitally processed sounds brought to you by renowned sound designer and music producer, Ivo Ivanov of Glitchmachines. The sample pack's kits are formatted for a wide variety of samplers, providing instant inspiration for your music productions.

In addition to his work as a sound designer, Ivo Ivanov is well known for his custom circuit bent instruments, having designed for some of the biggest names in the business, including Trent Reznor, Derrick Carter, Kero, Otto Von Schirach, Men Without Hats, Richard Devine and Justin Meldal-Johnsen. Ivo is also currently Campus Director and head of the Audio Engineering program at SAE Institute of Technology in San Francisco.

Pricing and availability
MICRO KITS 02 by GLITCHMACHINES is available for download at http:twistedtools.com
5 KITS | $9

Further product information and press material
http://twistedtools.com/shop/microkits/mk02-glitchmachines/"