Flatline Robotics
MIDI Controller
Build
Design your own layout. Control any music software.
⏱ 4 Sessions · 2 Hrs Each
🎁 Keep Your Kit!
What You'll Build
- Custom MIDI controller with buttons, knobs, and faders
- Arduino-based USB MIDI output
- Works with Ableton, GarageBand, FL Studio, and more
- Design your own button and fader layout
- Choose between custom PCB soldering or breadboard prototyping
Week by Week
1
MIDI Fundamentals & Design
Learn how MIDI works, sketch your controller layout, plan components.
2
Circuit Assembly
Wire buttons, potentiometers, and faders to Arduino. Test each input.
3
Code & Calibration
Write Arduino code for MIDI messages. Map controls to software parameters.
4
Final Build & Integration
Mount components, solder or finalize breadboard, test with your DAW.
Take Home a Custom Controller!
Your fully assembled MIDI controller with Arduino, ready to control any music software you use.
Skills You'll Gain
Arduino Programming
MIDI Protocol
Circuit Design
Soldering
DAW Integration
Digital Input/Output
Good to Know
- Basic Arduino experience helpful
- All components provided
- Bring your laptop with preferred DAW installed
- Choose PCB soldering or breadboard option
Control your music, your way. Build a controller that fits your creative process.
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