Experiment with building your own instrument, with a custom MIDI controller!

At this months DMLab we’ll play with simple circuits and Arduino programming to create custom interfaces to control computers, also known as MIDI controllers. Maybe yours will use a distance sensor, or perhaps big colourful buttons in a unique orientation? All equipment provided (including template arduino code). No prior knowledge needed.

Participants are welcome to bring their own laptop if they wish. Please note that this project is aimed at people age 18 and over, and all experience levels are welcome.

DMLab Colchester is an exciting collaboration between CLIP and Drake Music. For the next three years, from November 2025, we’ll host monthly meet ups bringing together an inclusive community of makers and musicians on a regular basis, to support the development of new accessible musical instruments. DMLab Colchester is an inclusive, community-led space for musicians and creative technologists, disabled and nondisabled, to create, hack instruments, jam & explore new ways to make music. All experience levels are welcome. If you have any questions please contact steph@clipsoundandmusic.uk.