Hello all,
I very recently got interested in this and I am no expert at reading schematic yet. Is there a basic design I can use just to try and get something working?
Thanks
Beginner, where to start?
Posted: 8/26/2025 7:29:43 PM
Posted: 8/26/2025 9:36:21 PM
You sound like your interest is more in design and being a musician second?
The theremin has a very steep learning curve in both design and as a musical instrument. It kicks the ass of many engineers which is why they abandon Lev's original phenomenon to only imitate it with a synth. The two sound completely different.
You must decide if you want to study what Lev Theremin originally discovered which is a Miracle of Nature
Authentic Theremin Sounds:
https://oldtemecula.com/+aranjuez.mp3 RCA tube design
https://oldtemecula.com/+lights-go-down.mp3 – my own solid-state design
You could also explore the many imitations today that sound more like a flute.
Best of success
Christophe
Posted: 8/26/2025 9:59:43 PM
not looking to be a musician, I just find the idea of making something that works interesting. Some of the designs I looked at are way out of my league for now, I need a simple design to start
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