circuit bending

The Art of PCBs and Gonzo Circuits

The Art of PCBs and Gonzo Circuits

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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Etching art, whimsy, and improvisation into your circuit boards.

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These 6 Electronic Instruments Go from Retro to Bananas

These 6 Electronic Instruments Go from Retro to Bananas

By Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy is an engineer with 10 years experience at his full-time profession, and has a BSME from Clemson University. Outside of work he’s an avid maker and experimenter, building anything that comes into his mind!

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There are all kinds of DIY instruments available for you to experiment with, but electronic instruments have to be some of the craziest.

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Burnkit2600 Makes Some Noise at the Santiago Mini Maker Faire

Burnkit2600 Makes Some Noise at the Santiago Mini Maker Faire

By Justin Emerson

Justin Emerson

Justin makes experimental electronic music with hand-built and modified instruments. His band, Burnkit2600 performs and gives workshops and presentations on the topics of circuit bending, chiptune and DIY electronics.

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“It’s nice to finally connect his face to his IP address.” Burnkit2600 was invited to the second annual Santiago Mini Maker Faire this year, where they met online friends in person, and made many new friends. Member Justin Emerson describes the experience, and talks with Faire founders Tiburcio and Macarena about how last year’s inaugural South American Mini Maker Faire came about.

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