polykitsynth

This channel is all about DIY synthesizers and electronics

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Sep 14, 2025

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Episodes

Prototype of a Chainable Eurorack Sequencer 14.09.2025

Support me on Patreon and make more videos possible: https://patreon.com/Polykit At last there is progress on my 8-Step Eurorack Sequencer! This Arduino based device not only got plenty of CV options but multiple units can be chained together f...

Versatile building block - Op-amps in DIY Synthesizers 07.09.2025

Support me on Patreon and make more videos possible: https://patreon.com/Polykit This is another videos in my basic electronic component series. Today I'm going to take a closer look at op-amps or operational amplifiers. Op-amps are one of the ...

First demo of my Eurorack Sequencer 06.07.2025

This is a first demo of my Eurorack Sequencer. The second sequencer is manipulating the first one via CV, all the modules are part of my DIY Eurorack line-up. The sequencer will be available later on this year when the software is finished. Key...

The Eurorack Power System 23.05.2025

Support me on Patreon and make more videos possible: https://patreon.com/Polykit I this video I take a quick look at the Eurorack Power System, at its voltages and the different connector types. Let's get started! Build your own synth - Euro...

Understand resistor color codes - Synth DIY basics 11.04.2025

Support me on Patreon and make more videos possible: https://patreon.com/Polykit I started a new videos series about basic components used for synthesizer DIY or electronics in general. In this video I'm going to take a look at resistors and it...

Building a simple Eurorack case 23.03.2025

In this video I look into building a simple Eurorack case with two rows of 104 HP. I use aluminium profiles like in the Doepfer casings to keep the modules in place. Let's get started! Build your own synth - Eurorack kits and PCBs: https://stor...

Synth DIY component basics: capacitors 13.03.2025

I started a new videos series about basic components used for synthesizer DIY or electronics in general. Today I'm going to take a closer look at capacitor types, identifiers and packages. Have fun! Build your own synth - Eurorack kits and PCBs...

Progress on the DIY polysynth software 23.02.2025

I made some progress on the software side of the analog 8-voice DIY polysynth that I'm going to discuss in this video. Have fun! Support me on Patreon to make this and other projects possible: https://patreon.com/Polykit Check out my Eurorac...

How Digitally Controlled Oscillators Work 12.02.2025

In this video I look into digitally controlled oscillators (DCOs), how the work and which problems need to be solved. The video on the classic analog oscillator design can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJIUcveN_YU Schematics...

How vintage synth oscillators work 06.02.2025

In this video I look into a classic oscillator design like in the 70s. We will see why it got replaced by integrated circuits, DCOs and other digitally controlled oscillators. More info on the VCO and the Eurorack kit/PCBs for purchase: https:/...

Building a simple Eurorack power supply 02.02.2025

In this video I look into building a simple but effective dual power supply for an Eurorack modular system. It is based on the 78xx/79xx linear voltage regulator series and needs a wall wart adapter with AC output. Buy the PCB for the PSU: http...

Some rambling on the polysynth #synth #analog #synthdiy 22.01.2025

Here is some rambling on the last build steps of the polysynth. It took me more than two years to come this far. I finished the input section and build the acrylic case out of parts that I ordered. It was the fist time I glued acrylic and I think ...

At last there is progress on the polysynth #synthdiy #analog #synth 20.01.2025
How to match transistors for your DIY synth projects 01.12.2024

Subscribe and like and get notified about upcoming videos on my channel! In this video I look into matching transistor pairs for all sorts of synth DIY projects. Join my Patreon and get a discount in my store and early access to the design files...

DIY synth voice is complete #eurorack #synthdiy #analog 16.11.2024

I now have all basic modules for a synth voice together. Find the Eurorack DIY kits in my store. The modules are my Eurorack Core VCO, VCF, ADSR and VCA. In addition, there is an external LFO, reverb on the output and a sequencer. Find the full ...

Master KiCad Create Your Own Eurorack Module! #synth #diy #modularkitchen 08.10.2024

Get the DIY kits from my store https://store.polykit.rocks More technical details and assembly guides can be found here https://polykit.rocks Join my Patreon and get a discount in my store and early access to the design files: https://patreon.co...

DIY Sound Design Building an Envelope Generator Easily #eurorack #synth #modular 06.10.2024

Get the DIY kits from my store https://store.polykit.rocks More technical details and assembly guides can be found here https://polykit.rocks Join my Patreon and get a discount in my store and early access to the design files: https://patreon.co...

Assembling PCBs Step by Step #eurorack #synth #modular #diy 03.10.2024

Get the DIY kits from my store https://store.polykit.rocks More technical details and assembly guides can be found here https://polykit.rocks Join my Patreon and get a discount in my store and early access to the design files: https://patreon.co...

Build Circuit Schematics Easily with KiCad #eurorack #synth #diy 01.10.2024

Get the DIY kits from my store https://store.polykit.rocks More technical details and assembly guides can be found here https://polykit.rocks Join my Patreon and get a discount in my store and early access to the design files: https://patreon.co...

Build Your Own Envelope Generator DIY for Beginners #eurorack #synth 29.09.2024

Get the DIY kits from my store https://store.polykit.rocks More technical details and assembly guides can be found here https://polykit.rocks Join my Patreon and get a discount in my store and early access to the design files: https://patreon.co...

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