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Features: Easy build for beginners!\nStronger bass frequencies and more steps than the original. 2 Control Voltage\n(CV) inputs allows step sequencers and waveform generators to expand the sonic\ncapabilities of the Atari Punk Console from drone to arpeggiated dynamism. Use\nany variable voltage source from 0-Supply Voltage for some glitchy goodness! 3\npotentiometer controls - Frequency (VR2) and Pulse Width (VR3) contour the\ntone while the Volume control (VR1) sets your output just right. 1\/4 inch mono\njacks. Requires a 9V battery or a 2.1-2.5mm 9V center negative power supply of\nat least 50mA (not included). A Boss-style or one-spot adapter will work fine.\nPCB size: 83x53mm Important note about the CV Input: Make sure the tip of your\ncable is positive voltage, not to exceed 10V DC, and the sleeve is grounded\n(this is normal CV polarity). Plugging reversed polarity CV into your CV input\nmay damage your unit and void your warranty\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul class=\"a\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eEasy project for beginners!\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eStronger bass frequencies and more steps than the original APC\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e3 potentiometer controls - Frequency (VR2) and Pulse Width (VR3) contour the tone while the Volume control (VR1) sets your output just right\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e2 Control Voltage (CV) inputs allows step sequencers and waveform generators to expand the sonic capabilities of the Atari Punk Console from drone to arpeggiated dynamism\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eRequires a 9V battery or a 2.1-2.5mm 9V center negative power supply of at least 50mA (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e","published_at":"2024-10-02T16:38:56+10:00","created_at":"2024-09-29T13:22:13+10:00","vendor":"Synthrotek","type":"Tabletop Synthesizers","tags":["music_Aug2024_update"],"price":17200,"price_min":17200,"price_max":17200,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":44866576908441,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"B07F3518KC","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"APC Handheld DIY Kit - Atari Punk Console","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":17200,"weight":82,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"738676130928","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/B07F3518KC.jpg?v=1727622061","\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/71yf1BEpsuL.jpg?v=1727580135","\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/71rsQRk--ML.jpg?v=1727580135","\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/71b5wu6cadL.jpg?v=1727580135","\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/61QGv5-yRPL.jpg?v=1727580135"],"featured_image":"\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/B07F3518KC.jpg?v=1727622061","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":31900463431833,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"width":1000,"src":"\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/B07F3518KC.jpg?v=1727622061"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/B07F3518KC.jpg?v=1727622061","width":1000},{"alt":null,"id":31898680262809,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"width":1500,"src":"\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/71yf1BEpsuL.jpg?v=1727580135"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/71yf1BEpsuL.jpg?v=1727580135","width":1500},{"alt":null,"id":31898680295577,"position":3,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"width":1500,"src":"\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/71rsQRk--ML.jpg?v=1727580135"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1500,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/71rsQRk--ML.jpg?v=1727580135","width":1500},{"alt":null,"id":31898680328345,"position":4,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":1650,"width":1275,"src":"\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/71b5wu6cadL.jpg?v=1727580135"},"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":1650,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/71b5wu6cadL.jpg?v=1727580135","width":1275},{"alt":null,"id":31898680361113,"position":5,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"width":1000,"src":"\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/61QGv5-yRPL.jpg?v=1727580135"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/soundstores.net\/cdn\/shop\/files\/61QGv5-yRPL.jpg?v=1727580135","width":1000}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch3\u003eAPC Handheld DIY Kit - Atari Punk Console\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"b\"\u003eAn easy-to-build, all board-mounted APC! With more stepped tones and better\nbass response, the APC Handheld is a new take on a classic circuit! Originally\ndesigned by DIY electronics guru Forrest Mims III as the “Stepped Tone\nGenerator,” the Atari Punk Console is one of the most famous and recognizable\nLo-Fi synth circuits ever. Using a single 556 dual timer IC with minimal part\ncount, the Atari Punk Console circuit is a solid, time-tested noise generator\ncapable of outrageous square wave madness! Features: Easy build for beginners!\nStronger bass frequencies and more steps than the original. 2 Control Voltage\n(CV) inputs allows step sequencers and waveform generators to expand the sonic\ncapabilities of the Atari Punk Console from drone to arpeggiated dynamism. Use\nany variable voltage source from 0-Supply Voltage for some glitchy goodness! 3\npotentiometer controls - Frequency (VR2) and Pulse Width (VR3) contour the\ntone while the Volume control (VR1) sets your output just right. 1\/4 inch mono\njacks. Requires a 9V battery or a 2.1-2.5mm 9V center negative power supply of\nat least 50mA (not included). A Boss-style or one-spot adapter will work fine.\nPCB size: 83x53mm Important note about the CV Input: Make sure the tip of your\ncable is positive voltage, not to exceed 10V DC, and the sleeve is grounded\n(this is normal CV polarity). Plugging reversed polarity CV into your CV input\nmay damage your unit and void your warranty\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul class=\"a\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eEasy project for beginners!\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eStronger bass frequencies and more steps than the original APC\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e3 potentiometer controls - Frequency (VR2) and Pulse Width (VR3) contour the tone while the Volume control (VR1) sets your output just right\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e2 Control Voltage (CV) inputs allows step sequencers and waveform generators to expand the sonic capabilities of the Atari Punk Console from drone to arpeggiated dynamism\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eRequires a 9V battery or a 2.1-2.5mm 9V center negative power supply of at least 50mA (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e"}