i was searching here in the forum for a alternative encoder, like using buttons instead of encoders. is there anyway to make this work? from the searching i’ve made the encoder is 2 push buttons and a pair of resistors but they make a certain code like 0101 and 1010 (something like that). i was wandering if anyone as made a substitute for it… i ask this because i prefer buttons to rotary encoders or pots… it’s a stylish thing u know?
thanx in advance
ignatz the portugues wanna be midibox & sid builder.
are you speaking about a MIOS based project, or something else?
MIOS projects sometimes support an option to use Inc/Dec buttons instead of encoders. And if not, it’s mostly no problem to change the software so that it works.
My main objective is to build a SID and a Sequencer. is it possible to use thoses inc/dec buttons instead of encoders? The sequencer will control a sid and other stuff like samplers and analog sinths (made by me). Another question is the possibillity of the Sequencer send CV and MIDI signals.
By the way… the sequencer allows pots instead of encoders? (for cv signals i think is more practical )
but analog synth… search google for analog synth DIY… you will find a lot of cool and usefull infos… the best i can do is recommend the ASM1 analog synth.
ok… i’m going to put aside the inc/dec button ideia… hehehe. i have some ideias about programming but not PIC’s or any chip
i’ve bought 20 encoders from voti, as they arent that expensive so i’m going to forget the pots and buttons for substitutes… and i wont give you any work
just missing the pic to start the sid and sequencer job
so… going to the seq and sid i have one final question… here to get the CV signals for analogic gear?
thanks for your understanding - you won’t regret the choice of rotary encoders, its the best solution for synths/controllers/sequencers which provide multiple control layers and banking
The CV solution is also described at the “MIDIbox SEQ Options” page.
There is also a new layout for the AOUT module (8 channels, 2 gates):
but I haven’t found the time to write more about the details yet
Because it’s easier to start building from kit. And Paia has very reasonable pricing, been around for ages (Like, www.ele4music.com has dropped almost every analog synth kit - and gone VST) and have good supportive attitude towards DIYers. (And some schematics available too, If you want to route your own boards)
