Modified Theremin

Updated code: https://github.com/emilyomahony/theremin

Overview

Traditionally, the theremin is an instrument that requires no physical contact, only the variable capacitance between the player and two metal antennae, to control its pitch and volume. The goal of this project will be to construct a modified theremin using distance sensors rather than antennae and an external speaker. The user will be able to use two hands to control the pitch and volume of the sound being emitted by moving the hands up and down over the sensors. The theremin can be muted by placing a hand very close to the volume sensor. It will also include a button and a display for choosing a scale to play with.

Block Diagram

Questions? Reach out to me at emilyomahony <at> ucsb <dot> edu.