DIY Synths
from Scratch
A 5-Evening Intensive in Noisy Circuit Making.
Build your own electronic instrument from zero. No experience needed.
⚡ Early Bird pricing ends when spots fill
What is this
You’ll build a real synth.
From zero.
In just 5 evenings you’ll go from complete beginner to someone who’s built their own functioning noise synthesizer from scratch — using CMOS logic circuits, a soldering iron, and a lot of creative experimentation.
This is not a kit workshop. You’ll learn why circuits work, how to read schematics, how to experiment with sound and electricity, and how to put it all inside a custom enclosure you design yourself.
Led by Corazón de Robota — Berlin-based sound artist and electronics builder — in the studio space at ACUD Kunsthaus, Berlin-Mitte.
“Build your own electronic instrument in 5 evenings. No experience needed. All materials included. Your synth is yours to keep.”
What you’ll build
A noise/drone synthesizer.
Fully yours.
CMOS Logic Circuits
Oscillators, filters and logic gates built from fundamental components. No Arduino, no kits.
Custom Enclosure
Your circuit in a hand-built housing with potentiometers, switches and audio jacks you install yourself.
Audio-Ready Output
Standard jacks so it connects to your mixer, effects pedals, recording setup — whatever you have.
Yours to Keep
Your completed synthesizer leaves with you on Day 5. A functioning instrument you made yourself.
Knowledge to Go Further
You’ll understand how to modify, extend and build new circuits on your own after the workshop.
Certificate
Berlin School of Sound certificate of completion. 20 hours of hands-on instruction.
5-Day Journey
What happens each evening
Every session runs 17:00–21:00 (4 hours). Each day builds directly on the previous one.
- Introduction to CMOS logic and electronic fundamentals
- Learn to read circuit diagrams and schematics
- Build your first oscillators on breadboards
- Hands-on experimentation with basic components
- Play with different components to “hack” the sound
- Learn to creatively control pitch, voltage and modulation
- Discover what happens when you break the rules
- Move from breadboard to permanent copper board
- Learn professional soldering technique from scratch
- Solder your prototype into a solid, lasting circuit
- Construct the enclosure for your synthesizer
- Mount potentiometers, switches and jacks
- Turn your circuit into a fully functional, customised instrument
- Final sonic and aesthetic tweaks to your instrument
- Collective presentation — we play all created synths together
- Group listening session open to the public
Investment
Early Bird: €699
Limited spots at this price. After early bird fills, price increases to €999.
- 5 evenings of intensive instruction (20 hours total)
- All electronic components and materials
- Professional tools and soldering equipment
- Your completed synthesizer to keep
- Expert guidance from Corazón de Robota
- Small group learning (limited participants)
- Coffee, tea and workspace
- Certificate of completion
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Regular Price
After early bird spots fill, the price increases to €999. Book now to lock in the discounted rate.
You need: just yourself and curiosity.
Optional: bring headphones for testing your synth on Day 5.
Your Instructor
Corazón de Robota
Active in the underground experimental music scene since 2010, she exclusively uses self-built DIY synthesizers housed in heart-shaped chocolate boxes. Her fully analog setup includes oscillators, sequencers, filters, distortions, circuit-bent drum machines, antennas, and experimental radios.
Presented internationally at Sonar+D, ZKM, HKW, Ljubljana Maker Faire, Museum of Latin American Art, C-LAB Taiwan, and many others. Honorary Mention, Prix Ars Electronica 2020.
Practical Details
Everything you need to know
Edition 1
Mon 6 – Fri 10 July 2026
5 consecutive evenings · Mon–Fri
Edition 2
Mon 20 – Fri 24 July 2026
5 consecutive evenings · Mon–Fri
Edition 3
Mon 27 – Fri 31 July 2026
5 consecutive evenings · Mon–Fri
Schedule
17:00–21:00 daily
4 hours per evening · 20 hours total
Materials
Everything included: CMOS chips, resistors, capacitors, circuit boards, enclosure, tools, soldering equipment.
Is this for you?
Who this workshop is for
This is for you if…
- You’ve always wanted to build your own instrument
- You’re curious about electronics and circuits
- You work during the day and need evenings
- You’re a musician wanting to go deeper into sound
- You’re a beginner — no prior experience needed
- You want something tangible you made yourself
Not ideal if…
- You can’t commit to all 5 consecutive evenings
- You’re looking for a software-only course
- You need a weekend-only schedule
Common Questions
FAQ
⚡ Limited Early Bird Spots
Only a small number of spots available at €699€999. After that, price increases permanently.
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Ready to build
your own synth?
Transform electronic components into your own musical instrument in just 5 evenings. No experience needed. All materials included.
Book Early Bird Spot — €699 →Questions? corazonderobota@berlinschoolofsound.com
or call +49 155 633 258 02