# Parts Questions

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## [Dekrispator - Open Source Synth For STM32F4 Discovery](https://forum.midibox.org/t/dekrispator-open-source-synth-for-stm32f4-discovery/18769)

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**Author:** [@Rowan](https://forum.midibox.org/u/Rowan)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 22, 2014, 11:37am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/dekrispator-open-source-synth-for-stm32f4-discovery/18769 "2014-12-22T11:37:16Z")

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I came across this today https://github.com/MrBlueXav/Dekrispator I’ve loaded it on to a STM32F4 and it actually sounds rather good. Has anyone else tried this out? I can imagine a very cool…

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## [LPC17 - Red LED on the LPC pcb  is cycling on and off](https://forum.midibox.org/t/lpc17-red-led-on-the-lpc-pcb-is-cycling-on-and-off/18740)

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**Author:** [@John\_W\_Couvillon](https://forum.midibox.org/u/John_W_Couvillon)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [December 16, 2014, 3:55pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/lpc17-red-led-on-the-lpc-pcb-is-cycling-on-and-off/18740 "2014-12-16T15:55:27Z")

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The red LED on the LPC pcb is cycling on and off, slowly building up to bright, then fades away. the LED cycles much like the led on a USB flash drive. The LED is much brighter then normal at its brightest The LPC ha…

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## [Panel mounted SDcard reader](https://forum.midibox.org/t/panel-mounted-sdcard-reader/18725)

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**Author:** [@John\_W\_Couvillon](https://forum.midibox.org/u/John_W_Couvillon)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 11, 2014, 12:23am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/panel-mounted-sdcard-reader/18725 "2014-12-11T00:23:56Z")

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Anyone, I want to build the control midio128 V3 control surface into the face of my organ console with a card reader mounted behind a slot in the wood surface for insertion of the SD card. Does anyone know of a source …

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## [LPC1769 Rev C - Different layout than Rev A/B?](https://forum.midibox.org/t/lpc1769-rev-c-different-layout-than-rev-a-b/18105)

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**Author:** [@jab](https://forum.midibox.org/u/jab)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2014, 11:40am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/lpc1769-rev-c-different-layout-than-rev-a-b/18105 "2014-11-24T11:40:34Z")

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Hello from Taiwan - Not sure if this is the right forum, but here goes: Had a MBHP\_Core board made up by a local pcb prototyped and had an LPC1769 sent over from singapore. Started putting things together and noticed…

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## [MB6582 CS PCB](https://forum.midibox.org/t/mb6582-cs-pcb/18129)

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**Author:** [@SIDsyndrome](https://forum.midibox.org/u/SIDsyndrome)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [November 18, 2014, 5:56am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/mb6582-cs-pcb/18129 "2014-11-18T05:56:58Z")

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Hi, I’ve been searching through these forums and through SmashTV’s store, and I thought I’d ask here. Is it possible at this time to buy \*only\* the CS PCB? Thanks!

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## [MagJack SI-60024-F](https://forum.midibox.org/t/magjack-si-60024-f/16618)

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**Author:** [@EsotericLabs](https://forum.midibox.org/u/EsotericLabs)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [November 12, 2014, 10:15am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/magjack-si-60024-f/16618 "2014-11-12T10:15:14Z")

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The ethernet connector for the LPC17 core is a bit difficult to find in the Netherlands. And with USB and Midi ports, I’m not sure what to use it for. Will the LPC17 Core module work without the MagJack? If so, then I c…

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## [Will these Illuminated Encoders work?](https://forum.midibox.org/t/will-these-illuminated-encoders-work/18676)

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**Author:** [@Suloo](https://forum.midibox.org/u/Suloo)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 11, 2014, 12:29am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/will-these-illuminated-encoders-work/18676 "2014-11-11T00:29:57Z")

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Hello, i\`m new to DIY midi controlers, but am interested in building a box with 16 encoders and two buttons for paging the encoders to the next or previous 16 CC messages. Also i would like to have two additional butto…

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## [SmashTV - ordering question](https://forum.midibox.org/t/smashtv-ordering-question/18396)

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**Author:** [@Zam](https://forum.midibox.org/u/Zam)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [November 10, 2014, 6:37pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/smashtv-ordering-question/18396 "2014-11-10T18:37:14Z")

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Hey all I order MF\_NG and a PIC from Smash TV 10 days ago, I read about possible delay, no problem at all I’m just wondering if it’s normal I don’t receive any confirmation email about my order ? Zam

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## [ALPS Motorfader from Yamaha Console](https://forum.midibox.org/t/alps-motorfader-from-yamaha-console/18641)

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**Author:** [@VooDooSound](https://forum.midibox.org/u/VooDooSound)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 20, 2014, 5:08pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/alps-motorfader-from-yamaha-console/18641 "2014-10-20T17:08:28Z")

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Hi \*, a few years ago, I got my hands on replacement parts of a Yamaha digital console. Fader boards with 24 faders in total. Now I have the following issues: How can I determine, which part number the faders h…

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## [Cabel question](https://forum.midibox.org/t/cabel-question/18598)

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**Author:** [@eptheca](https://forum.midibox.org/u/eptheca)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 18, 2014, 5:29am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/cabel-question/18598 "2014-10-18T05:29:59Z")

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I’m looking for a type of flat cable with solid or tinned copper, and with “double spacing” 2,54mm. I see it often used to connect pcb’s Here on MIDIbox, I think people use it in the MB-6582 Any suggestions on what…

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## [SSD1306 SPI and PIC Core](https://forum.midibox.org/t/ssd1306-spi-and-pic-core/18640)

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**Author:** [@eliasaudio](https://forum.midibox.org/u/eliasaudio)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 15, 2014, 6:26am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/ssd1306-spi-and-pic-core/18640 "2014-10-15T06:26:15Z")

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Hi all! I’ve been over the site looking for information on connecting an SSD1306 oled to an older pic core via spi… Is it possible to drive a 1306 via spi from the older pic cores? If so, is there any documentation to …

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## [JackMag Rj45 for Eagle](https://forum.midibox.org/t/jackmag-rj45-for-eagle/18602)

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**Author:** [@Acul](https://forum.midibox.org/u/Acul)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2014, 9:11am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/jackmag-rj45-for-eagle/18602 "2014-09-27T09:11:59Z")

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Hello. Does anyone have a file for the program "eagle " for the " MAGJACK Rj45 " , which is used on the LPC17 Board? Best Regards

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## [\[Q\] SSD1306 connection (BS0, BS1, BS2)](https://forum.midibox.org/t/q-ssd1306-connection-bs0-bs1-bs2/17264)

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**Author:** [@John\_E\_Finster](https://forum.midibox.org/u/John_E_Finster)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [September 24, 2014, 5:29pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/q-ssd1306-connection-bs0-bs1-bs2/17264 "2014-09-24T17:29:21Z")

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hi, in the schematic on how to connect a ssd1306 lcd to the lpc17 core there is stated, that the connections BS0, BS1, BS2 should be soldered to ground. i have some ssd1306 lcd with me now but i donÂ´t know, how to conne…

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## [How to fix PCBs in the box ?](https://forum.midibox.org/t/how-to-fix-pcbs-in-the-box/18590)

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**Author:** [@alchemist](https://forum.midibox.org/u/alchemist)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 22, 2014, 8:16am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/how-to-fix-pcbs-in-the-box/18590 "2014-09-22T08:16:07Z")

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Hello, What do you recommend to fix the PCBs in the box? What are the systems to place screw mounts on a plastic case? What are the standard pieces to get (screws, mounts, …)? I am a really newbee in that hardwa…

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## [7805 Voltage Regulator runs HOT](https://forum.midibox.org/t/7805-voltage-regulator-runs-hot/18086)

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**Author:** [@kpete](https://forum.midibox.org/u/kpete)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [September 18, 2014, 10:17am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/7805-voltage-regulator-runs-hot/18086 "2014-09-18T10:17:25Z")

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Hi all, I built a LPC MidiBox core and wanted to power it from a +12v source. Problem being that the LM7805 dissipates so much power, it gets very hot, even with a heat sink. I was wondering if anyone has tried usi…

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## [Wrong STM32f4 board](https://forum.midibox.org/t/wrong-stm32f4-board/18550)

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**Author:** [@Marxon](https://forum.midibox.org/u/Marxon)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 12, 2014, 6:46pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/wrong-stm32f4-board/18550 "2014-09-12T18:46:14Z")

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Hi all, i was a little bit surprised when my new STM32F4 board arrived because i ordered this one: Link But i received this Version Now the big question: Is it compatible? If needed it would b…

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## [What has 6N138's or PC900's other than MIDI?](https://forum.midibox.org/t/what-has-6n138s-or-pc900s-other-than-midi/4216)

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**Author:** [@Jidis](https://forum.midibox.org/u/Jidis)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2014, 12:08pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/what-has-6n138s-or-pc900s-other-than-midi/4216 "2014-08-17T12:08:59Z")

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I’ll try to get some on my next DigiKey order, but I figure they’re on something. The PC900 seems to be in every MIDI device I’ve ever opened, but nothing I feel like destroying. Does anything else use either of those? 4…

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## [MIDI IO board on LPC17](https://forum.midibox.org/t/midi-io-board-on-lpc17/18503)

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**Author:** [@EsotericLabs](https://forum.midibox.org/u/EsotericLabs)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2014, 6:42pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/midi-io-board-on-lpc17/18503 "2014-08-15T18:42:08Z")

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Hello, Looking at the schematic of the MIDI IO board for the STM32F4, I could not find a reason why it would not work as a a MIDI 3/4 extension for the older LPC17 core. Just wire J4B, J5.A6 and .A7 properly to the J1 o…

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## [Cute little soundboard with Dream SAM2195 chip](https://forum.midibox.org/t/cute-little-soundboard-with-dream-sam2195-chip/18237)

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**Author:** [@EsotericLabs](https://forum.midibox.org/u/EsotericLabs)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2014, 12:45am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/cute-little-soundboard-with-dream-sam2195-chip/18237 "2014-08-10T00:45:31Z")

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Hello, Now look what I found: http://www.serdashop.com/waveblaster Seems like a cute little widget for any Midibox project needing a GM soundboard. PCB with a SMD sound IC, takes 5V power and ttl midi in and ou…

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## [MBHP\_CORE\_STM32](https://forum.midibox.org/t/mbhp-core-stm32/18498)

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**Author:** [@robinfawell](https://forum.midibox.org/u/robinfawell)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 10, 2014, 12:27am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/mbhp-core-stm32/18498 "2014-08-10T00:27:11Z")

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I have , I think, electrically damaged my (now obsolete) and only core module. My repackaging of my digital piano is complete, apart from a few mechanical details. Smash TV kindly sent me a PCB for the core mod…

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## [OLED Displays and LPC17](https://forum.midibox.org/t/oled-displays-and-lpc17/18483)

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**Author:** [@kpete](https://forum.midibox.org/u/kpete)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 30, 2014, 8:11am UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/oled-displays-and-lpc17/18483 "2014-07-30T08:11:28Z")

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Hi all. I wanted to tell people about my first experienced with the OLED displays and some of the wiring issues. I also didn’t know if they would even be compatible with the Midibox software. I built a project usi…

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## [Noritake VFD Help](https://forum.midibox.org/t/noritake-vfd-help/18405)

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**Author:** [@Altitude](https://forum.midibox.org/u/Altitude)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2014, 8:42pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/noritake-vfd-help/18405 "2014-07-14T20:42:36Z")

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So I got these wonderful displays in and unfortunately the documentation is sparse and this is my first outing with these so I’m a bit lost. Can anyone shed some light on how to get these up and running? http://www.…

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## ["Clickless" buttons for our projects!?](https://forum.midibox.org/t/clickless-buttons-for-our-projects/18454)

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**Author:** [@\_FFW](https://forum.midibox.org/u/_FFW)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2014, 1:29pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/clickless-buttons-for-our-projects/18454 "2014-07-11T13:29:01Z")

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hi forum, it seems that a long search is finally coming to an end. i have found buttons that are silent. no annoying loud clicks anymore. here is the (scarce) technical information on them: http://www.fk…

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## [PCB prototype service?](https://forum.midibox.org/t/pcb-prototype-service/17439)

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**Author:** [@latigid\_on](https://forum.midibox.org/u/latigid_on)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [July 2, 2014, 8:52pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/pcb-prototype-service/17439 "2014-07-02T20:52:20Z")

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There was a thread a few years back discussing PCB proto services, perhaps it is time to revisit. I would like to hear about any user experiences, including things like price, quality, turn-around time, shipping cost…

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## [LCD question/ 3.3V](https://forum.midibox.org/t/lcd-question-3-3v/18426)

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**Author:** [@PickNick](https://forum.midibox.org/u/PickNick)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 29, 2014, 5:12pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/lcd-question-3-3v/18426 "2014-06-29T17:12:28Z")

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Hi all! i bought a nice Raystar LCD modul for my minimalSID synth. http://www.tme.eu/en/Document/8edbea480ac602455d604e39dfe07a51/RC2002A-BIG-ESV.pdf ///Interface Pin Function at page 6 can i use this with a…

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## [4xMBHP\_CORE : need to solder LCD and MIDI components?](https://forum.midibox.org/t/4xmbhp-core-need-to-solder-lcd-and-midi-components/18351)

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**Author:** [@alchemist](https://forum.midibox.org/u/alchemist)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2014, 6:50pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/4xmbhp-core-need-to-solder-lcd-and-midi-components/18351 "2014-05-26T18:50:48Z")

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Hello, I have a question : in a multiple MBHP\_CORE set-up (for a MIDIbox SID), do I need to solder the LCD and MIDI part for cores #2, #3 and #4, since there will be no LCD for them, and MIDI should go through J11? …

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## [SmashTV MIDI I/O PCB](https://forum.midibox.org/t/smashtv-midi-i-o-pcb/18353)

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**Author:** [@novski](https://forum.midibox.org/u/novski)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 25, 2014, 3:07pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/smashtv-midi-i-o-pcb/18353 "2014-05-25T15:07:48Z")

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Hi I just received the STM32F4 Core Board and a MIDI I/O PCB from SmashTV. They have a nice colored graphite black soldermask! I realy like that! But i can’t find a schematic or a Partslist for the MIDI I/O pcb anyw…

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## [+5V, +9V and +12V regulators from the same AC/DC adapter?](https://forum.midibox.org/t/5v-9v-and-12v-regulators-from-the-same-ac-dc-adapter/18348)

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**Author:** [@alchemist](https://forum.midibox.org/u/alchemist)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2014, 1:09pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/5v-9v-and-12v-regulators-from-the-same-ac-dc-adapter/18348 "2014-05-23T13:09:08Z")

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Hello, Can I plug in parallel three 78xx regulators to get +5, +9 and +12V from the same 15V DC adaptor ? Is it better to do that in parallel or serial (+12, then +9, then +5)? (its for a full MIDIbox SID set-up, wi…

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## [wanted: digital multi fx board](https://forum.midibox.org/t/wanted-digital-multi-fx-board/18318)

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**Author:** [@TheSlowGrowth](https://forum.midibox.org/u/TheSlowGrowth)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2014, 8:44pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/wanted-digital-multi-fx-board/18318 "2014-05-18T20:44:18Z")

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Hi! I’m looking for a digitally controllable multi fx board to fit into a synth. I’m looking for something with: at least two independent fx channels mono in, stereo out per channel high quality reverb, delay, + so…

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## [KiCAD library and model for STM32F4 Discovery header](https://forum.midibox.org/t/kicad-library-and-model-for-stm32f4-discovery-header/18341)

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**Author:** [@ilmenator](https://forum.midibox.org/u/ilmenator)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2014, 5:15pm UTC](https://forum.midibox.org/t/kicad-library-and-model-for-stm32f4-discovery-header/18341 "2014-05-18T17:15:04Z")

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Hi, just to let all the KiCAD users know there is a very nice library / footprint with accompanying 3D model for the STM32F4 discovery board (and lots of other good stuff) out there from Walter Lain. Go check his hom…

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