In this experimental sound session, you’ll get an inside look at how to build a simple noise box—a DIY sound-making device—and then take it further using VCV Rack, a powerful virtual modular synthesizer environment inspired by Eurorack systems.

We’ll start by showcasing a custom-built noise box, exploring how it produces raw, glitchy, or textured sounds using basic electronic components. From there, we’ll dive into VCV Rack—a free, open-source software for Windows, Mac, and Linux—and demonstrate how to process, reshape, and manipulate those sounds in real time.

Whether you’re into DIY electronics, music production, sound art, or just curious about how audio can be creatively transformed, this session blends hardware tinkering with software experimentation in a hands-on, beginner-friendly format.

What You’ll Walk Away With:

• A basic understanding of how to build and use a noise box

• Insight into modular synthesis using the VCV Rack environment

• Techniques for processing audio and exploring real-time sound manipulation

• Inspiration for combining DIY electronics and digital tools in creative audio projects

Who Can Join?

• Open to anyone interested in sound design, audio art, or maker projects

• No prior experience needed—ideal for beginners, musicians, and tinkerers alike

Duration:

30 minutes

Date & Time:

Day1

5:15 PM to 5:45 PM

Location: 
Room 5 – F213