Open Maker Workshop: Electronics - Make a custom MIDI controller
- When
- Australia/Sydney (GMT+11)until 4:00 pm
- Where
- The Learning Space, Rhodes30 Shoreline Dr, Rhodes NSW 2138, Australia
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Open Maker Workshop: Electronics - Make a custom MIDI controller takes place on Sat, 31 Oct 2026 at 2:00 pm (GMT+11) at The Learning Space, Rhodes in Sydney, NSW, and runs until 4:00 pm. Entry is free; the listing is on Events.
About this event
On Saturday, October 31, participants build a small MIDI controller by soldering components together. The workshop introduces foundational electronics skills and microcontrollers for creating custom musical instruments. Visitors will learn to connect their new device to synthesizers and web applications.
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Do you love making music? Electronics? Soldering? Get started in your electronics journey by building a small MIDI controller! MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is the communication standard for electronic instruments. In this workshop you'll solder together a small controller that can use this communication protocol to talk to synthesizers, software, and web-based musical applications. 😎🎛️🎶 On Saturday, 31 October we are breaking out the soldering irons as we learn about electronics by making a small analogue synthesiser to play and keep. For beginners, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to build confidence in soldering and an introduction to microcontrollers and electronic music making. In this workshop, you will: - Get hands-on experience with soldering - Learn foundational skills for your own electronics projects - Discover the wonderful world of online music applications skilled instructor - Make your own midi controller to customise and use Open Maker Workshops are free for adults 16+ years. No previous experience is required. For more details, inspiration, and resources, visit our dedicated Open Maker website. Photos and video may be taken during the event and shared across the library's and Council's communication channels (including but not limited to social media and eNewsletters). Please notify a staff member if you do not wish to be photographed or filmed.
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Details
- When
- Sat, 31 Oct 2026 · 2:00 pm (GMT+11) · until 4:00 pm
- Where
- The Learning Space, Rhodes
- Address
- 30 Shoreline Dr, Rhodes NSW 2138, Australia
- Price
- Free
Questions
- When is Open Maker Workshop: Electronics - Make a custom MIDI controller?
- Sat, 31 Oct 2026 at 2:00 pm GMT+11.
- How much are tickets for Open Maker Workshop: Electronics - Make a custom MIDI controller?
- Entry is free.
- Where is Open Maker Workshop: Electronics - Make a custom MIDI controller?
- The Learning Space, Rhodes, 30 Shoreline Dr, Rhodes NSW 2138, Australia, Sydney, NSW.
- Where can I buy tickets for Open Maker Workshop: Electronics - Make a custom MIDI controller?
- Tickets are sold on Events. This page links straight to that listing; no tickets are sold here.
- What time does Open Maker Workshop: Electronics - Make a custom MIDI controller end?
- It runs until 4:00 pm.