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3,968 orders since Jan 29, 2013

Brighton, England, United Kingdom

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Sander | Dec. 10, 2023

super fun device!

For LE GRAND STRUM

This tiny tiny device can help you take your synth to the next level! its super intuitive, fun and experimental to play while taking up nearly no space due to its small size and running on a battery

I've only had it for 2 days yet but its a ton of fun and it offers an impressive amount of different options in how you can play it, with different strum and sustain options easily accessible.

Check out my first attempts here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XglDzmpyv8w

I do feel there are a few things could have been slightly better which would have totally shot this device over the moon but regardless if you want to spice up your synthesizer i would highly recommend this thing!

features i would have liked to see:
-a direct panic/mute/stop button instead of having to hold menu
-the menu button should have been below the battery/closer to the keyboard so its easier to use while playing especially for live situations
-the cable of the stylus could have been 2-3cm longer right now its very hard to use as a left handed person
-the on/off button could have been bigger/slightly easier to use
-as a software engineer i would have lover a usb plug to make it easier to update the firmware and possibly send midi notes directly to the pc

Robert | Nov. 17, 2020

Wonderful

For Banana Split - 6 Way Midi Splitter/Thru Box

Very nice quality, and aesthetically pleasing. I'm using this with my rompler stack and its perfect. Definitely beats having to daisy chain via thru ports on the devices themselves!

Jim | July 30, 2020

What a little beauty

For Relay Switcher : 8 Channel MIDI-to-relay module

Wow !!
This things is brilliant.

The build instructions are EXCELLENT.
I’ve built a kit valve amp before so I had a reasonable idea what I was doing, but I can’t say just how good the instructions are. If you screw this up, you’d have to be pretty dumb.

It really needs the proper power supply to operate the relays.

I was hoping to use a USB phone power supply... NUH. Not enough current.
Got a 5v 500ma supply & it works straight away.

I’m using this to generate contact closure to trigger an RC50 (coz Roland omitted being able to trigger the phrases by midi)
Anyway, it worked straight away.
Couldn’t be happier.

Thanks chaps,

David | June 4, 2020

This thing is awesome.

For ARPIE - MIDI Arpeggiator Kit

I absolutely love it. I sat outside on my deck at the Lake of the Ozarks Saturday afternoon and soldered it up and had it all together in a very pleasant, sunny, and unhurried 4 hours. I still need to deep dive it and figure out all the functionality, but just hooking it up and playing with it stabbing blindly at buttons was TREMENDOUS fun. I have so much more I want to try with it, but my first noodling was running a Korg SQ-1 into it and then out to a Korg 05R/W (cheap little box full of general midi sounds that I nabbed at a thrift store for $6 and promptly ignored for over a year), into a Hotone Xtomp. MAGIC. FREAKING MAGIC.

This is going to breath new life into lots of old gear for me. Only complaint was DHL had issues with my address, had to go into their system and change it and they still couldn't figure out where I lived and I had to go pick it up. Annoying but not a big deal. Packing job was just fine, no issues there.

Be in touch about LeStrums soon. Quality products over here, y'all.

Jason | May 27, 2020

Fantastic Device, Great Communication

For LE STRUM - MIDI Strummed Chord Controller DIY KIT

Le Strum is a powerful little midi controller. I'm just starting to figure out all of its uses. The build instructions are very clear and the design makes it easy for a novice to build. I had a specific question about connecting it to mono synths and Jason gave a quick and thorough response that helped me figure out how to incorporate it into my setup.

I'll be looking out for other devices from him!

Attila | May 25, 2020

Such a great KIT

For Stand for LE STRUM

I am very satisfied with this product. It was a joy to build and solder. The quality of the PCB is very good, however repair with desolder could be problematic because of trough hole layout.
The product as MIDI instrument is great. It is very musical and inspiring. It almost needs to have an arpeggiator next to it :-). ARPIE...

John | May 9, 2020

A great multi function arpeggiator device

For ARPIE - MIDI Arpeggiator Kit

I have been constructing and designing modules for analog synths since the early 70's and when I came across Arpie it was a must have for the collection. I have not seen a hardware midi arpeggiator that comes close to Arpie and the functional permutations with this compact design seem endless. It took me 4 hours to build, I put the main controller board together on day 1 and day 2 finished the front panel assembly. I would recommend studying the full instructions found on the website for any beginners keen on building Arpie.

In summary.... Arpie exceeded my expectations and I look forward to seeing any future firmware enhancements

John Hamilton, USA

Lester | March 11, 2020

Works perfectly - just what I needed

For Banana Split - 6 Way Midi Splitter/Thru Box

I have midi in from my Deluge to the Banana split and then out to 3 other synths and so far no problems!

Luk | March 3, 2020

Great! Just bought another one...

For CV.OCD - A super flexible MIDI to CV box

I'm very happy with the CV.OCD!

The perfect CV/GATE link between my Squarp Pyramid and DFAM and Dominion 1.
Highly recommended for people who don't have Eurorack and need a CV/GATE device to translate MIDI signals.

Patrick | Aug. 7, 2019

Arpie with CV!

For CVTAB For ARPIE

When installed the product does what it says it will do. I used it with my Eurorack modular with no problems.

I'd never updated a chip with a programmer before but managed that with only slight problems. But if I can do it you can too.

I have the old case so I left the right hand panel off which still maintains the structure even if it lets a little more dust in.

Thomas | June 12, 2019

Wonderful product - does exactly what it says it does.

For Orange Squeeze MIDI Merge

I use mine to merge multiple midi controllers and then feed the merged midi into my Squarp Pyramid. The small form factor and sleek design makes it very easy to integrate into my setup.

Tom from Madison WI, USA

Ian | Jan. 3, 2019

Works like a charm connecting several extrenal midi synths!

For Banana Split - 6 Way Midi Splitter/Thru Box

Using it to duplicate midi-out from my Digitakt to several synths (Eurorack, Dark Engery I + II and Nord Modular).

It is replacing my (passive) Philip Rees V4 midi thru unit. At first I thought newer modals of the Banana Split took power from the midi line, like the Philip Rees V4, but it doesn't. I did read it wrongly on the site. What is said is that the Banana Split is able to power other midi gear via midi if they support it... You do need an adapter!

At first I used an older 9v adapter (500mA), but 'shadow' notes were played and note-on/off information were not send. It was very unstable with the older adapter.
I bought a new 12v adapter (600mA) for the Banana Split (and a 9v adapter for a different purpose). Both do work, but I'm using the 12v now. So make sure you use a new adapter with it!

The beat indicator is a very nice extra on the Banana Split! I'm very happy with it!

Sap Hungary Kft. Attila | Dec. 17, 2018

Great offer for soldering enthusiasts

For LE STRUM - Hack-it-yourself model (PCB + PIC)

I like to solder. I like to save money. The kit was very easy to build and finally worked perfectly.
The documentation is however very sparse in that manner that i did not even realized how it works. After digging it finally found out.
The LE STRUM itself is a great product. I have a feeling i can make music :-)

John | Nov. 5, 2018

Excellent product with super support

For Relay Switcher : 8 Channel MIDI-to-relay module

Does exactly what it says on the tin. Very easy to build, controls 8 relay switches via midi; I'm using it to control guitar amp channel switching, reverb, etc. but the applications are endless.

Alexis | Oct. 28, 2018

As described and does exactly what it should

For CV.OCD - A super flexible MIDI to CV box

Had it for a bit now, really solid construction, and had no issues using it so far.
Very interesting product in general!

Matthew | Sept. 3, 2018

Solid, Well Built and Perfect for intended Purpose

For Banana Split - 6 Way Midi Splitter/Thru Box

I am very pleased with the Banana Split. I have a number of different hardware synths I needed to connect to my DAW at the same time and this is an excellent solution. It is handsome, well built, comes with good instructions and works professionally. You do have to stick the little rubber feet on, but if that's a deal breaker for you, perhaps a midi splitter is the least of your worries.

Cameron | Aug. 1, 2018

CV OCD handy and works just as advertised

For CV.OCD - A super flexible MIDI to CV box

The CV OCD has been working perfectly for me. The only thing I would change is making it eurorack mountable. Keep up the good work!

Yannick | July 17, 2018

LOVE it!

For CV.OCD - A super flexible MIDI to CV box

I'm fairly new to this world of cv and gate. Nonetheless this device was up and running in minutes. Driving 2 analog synths and triggering an old simmons electronic drum module from my daw. It is well built, is very versatile, looks nice and does just what I need. And all this for a very, very competitive price! Shipping wasn't really fast, but nothing to complain about! I'd say pretty darn good job!

Christian | June 11, 2018

Exactly what I was looking for

For CV.OCD - A super flexible MIDI to CV box

Following setup (simplified):
Arturia Keystep (via Midi) -> MPC Live (standalone) (via Midi) -> cv.ocd -> Behringer D (CV - velocity; CV - aftertouch)
-> cv.ocd -> Behringer D (gates for Filter/Loudness-Env.)
-> -> ->-> Behringer D (Pitch, ModWheel, PitchWheel, Gate)
Works very nice :) and I still have free CV / gate / Trigger - Outs for other uses...

Chris from Austria

Mike | June 7, 2018

Great product

For LE STRUM - MIDI Strummed Chord Controller DIY KIT

So much fun, easy to build, and a really useful tool in the studio. this allows me to create complex midi patterns that would take ages to program, now i can have guitar like sounds in seconds, very cool.

Guy | May 16, 2018

Fun Midi Controller

For LE STRUM - MIDI Strummed Chord Controller DIY KIT

Nice easy build with good instructions.
The device is great fun to play. Sound great plugged into an arpeggiator, endless combinations!

Giuseppe | March 24, 2018

Good product

For Banana Split - 6 Way Midi Splitter/Thru Box

Just received and tried it, it's very compact and it works very fine!
The seller was very explaining me some infos :)

Matt | March 10, 2018

Great little device! Saves hours setting up midi!

For midihub 6-way MIDI Thru and Metronome Module

Thanks so much for making this thing. We used to spend an hour setting up midi sync and routing through a bunch of devices, and stuff would always break and it was a massive pain. But with the midihub, we just plug it in (and as long as everyone remembers midi cables), it just works!

Anyway, our weekly jam sessions are so much better since we started using this thing. Here's a video of us jamming with the midihub last week! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rWFlwMx60M

Daniel | Jan. 16, 2018

perfect

For MIDI Switcher: Set your MIDI free!!

Thanks a lot.
I'm not good for soldering and it was very fun and fast to do it.
Well, my job was not beautiful but ,surprising me ,it work !

thanks again.

Patrick | Dec. 28, 2017

Brilliant device

For CV.OCD - A super flexible MIDI to CV box

Hooked up my Digitakt via this box to my Eurorack and wow, what a difference. Was expecting configuration to be quite confusing, but it's not too bad at all and the manual is very detailed. Love this thing. Shipping was quick and good communication too!

Antonio | Dec. 12, 2017

AWESOME midi-cv converter

For CV.OCD - A super flexible MIDI to CV box

Great tool, incredibly flexible. Well constructed, and for the price, is the best option you can have right now.

Neil | Dec. 12, 2017

Exactly what I needed.

For Banana Split - 6 Way Midi Splitter/Thru Box

I have been telling all my friends to get one. Everything I needed a midi hub to be. Practical and functional.

Robert | Nov. 19, 2017

great device

For midihub 6-way MIDI Thru and Metronome Module

Overall it was a great experience. the product was delivered on time and it works perfectly fine. would definitely recommend and buy again.

thanks

Derek | Oct. 29, 2017

Super useful utility!

For CV.OCD - A super flexible MIDI to CV box

I’ve only had it in the rig for a few days, and I already can’t live without it. It fills all the holes I had with transport signals and clock.

Martin | Oct. 27, 2017

Top piece of kit and a rock bottom price.

For CV.OCD - A super flexible MIDI to CV box

Great communication. Was going on holidays and asked him to post when I got back which he did as promised.
Well packed.
Very well built and solid.
All for just over €100!
Roll on 8 channel version!
Highly recommended.

Mark | Oct. 27, 2017

Very flexible piece of kit!

For CV.OCD - A super flexible MIDI to CV box

Love using it to intercept aftertouch and transmit a CV to my MS-20kit.
At present I have it controlling the CV and gate of three Monotribes in polychain mode.
It is a great part of an experimental synthesis diet!

The learning curve is fairly small, and you can fab up new experiments with
just zapping some new sysex code to the CV OCD, which makes it quite flexible.

Lee | Sept. 11, 2017

Great board!!!!

For MIDI Switcher: Set your MIDI free!!

I've got 2 of these to control some stage lighting. I couldn't use DMX control for these lights since they are all custom made using LED modules in different shapes, for example I have 4 LED strips on my keyboard stand. I also have fixtures with custom shapes around the stage.

Richard | June 25, 2017

Perfect!

For Banana Split - 6 Way Midi Splitter/Thru Box

Smaller than I expected and the perfect solution to having the Digitakt controlling all my external gear. Parameter locking and conditional trigs over midi through the banana split is a whole new level of fun :)

Miguel | May 19, 2017

Great midi splitter solution, does what it says in the tin!

For Banana Split - 6 Way Midi Splitter/Thru Box

To put it simply. It works, simple to setup. Any standard 9v power supply for guitar pedals will work. It also looks great!

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