Simple synth
About the Simple synth PCB
Simple synth is an open source PCB design by DJ027X, published on GitHub under the GPL-3.0 license. It is a 2-layer board measuring 153.6 × 153.9 mm, with 49 components from 24 distinct parts.
Other key parts include the MCP6004, SE555P, SCD7805BTG and MCP6002. By type, the board carries 21 resistors, 7 capacitors, 4 ICs, 4 transistors, 3 switches and 2 connectors.
It belongs with the audio designs in this gallery.
Main components on the Simple synth
Simple synth bill of materials (BOM)
49 components, 24 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MCP6004 | DIP-14_W7.62mm_Socket | U1 |
| 1 | SE555P | DIP-8_W7.62mm_Socket | U2 |
| 1 | SCD7805BTG | TO-220-3_Horizontal_TabDown | U3 |
| 1 | MCP6002 | DIP-8_W7.62mm_Socket | U4 |
| 1 | 2N3904 | TO-92_Inline | Q1 |
| 1 | 2N3906 | TO-92_Inline | Q2 |
| 1 | NP_NPN_CBE | TO-92 | Q3 |
| 1 | NP_PNP_CBE | TO-92 | Q4 |
| 1 | 9V_BAT_HOLDER | BC9VPC | J1 |
| 1 | Screw_Terminal_01x02 | TerminalBlock_bornier-2_P5.08mm | J2 |
| 1 | PASSIVE_BUZZER | Buzzer_TDK_PS1240P02BT_D12.2mm_H6.5mm | BZ1 |
| 4 | 10k | Potentiometer_Bourns_PTV09A-1_Single_Vertical | RV1, RV2, RV3, RV4 |
| 1 | 1k0 | CT6EP102 | RV5 |
| 3 | SW_SPDT | OS102011MS2QN1 | SW1, SW2, SW3 |
| 1 | LED | LED_D5.0mm | D1 |
| 1 | Diode | D_DO-41_SOD81_P10.16mm_Horizontal | D2 |
| 6 | 10nF | C_Disc_D3.0mm_W1.6mm_P2.50mm | C1, C3, C4, C5, C6, C7 |
| 1 | 100nF | C_Disc_D3.0mm_W1.6mm_P2.50mm | C2 |
| 6 | 10k | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P10.16mm_Horizontal | R1, R5, R6, R9, R14, R15 |
| 4 | 3k3 | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P10.16mm_Horizontal | R2, R4, R7, R8 |
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| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 1k0 | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P10.16mm_Horizontal | R3, R10, R11, R12, R13 |
| 1 | 80 | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P10.16mm_Horizontal | R16 |
| 2 | NP_47 | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P10.16mm_Horizontal | R17, R21 |
| 3 | NP_3k3 | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P10.16mm_Horizontal | R18, R19, R20 |
Simple synth design files
The KiCad project lives in the DJ027X/simple_synth repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
- Layoutsynth/synth.kicad_pcb
Simple synth: common questions
How big is the Simple synth PCB?
The Simple synth measures 153.6 × 153.9 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the Simple synth?
49 components, from 24 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the Simple synth design files?
From the DJ027X/simple_synth repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the Simple synth design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its GPL-3.0 license, which DJ027X chose for the repository.
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