The MIDIbox Hardware Platform

The MIDIbox Hardware Platform is the consequential continuation of my work on MIDI controllers in the last years. It brings down every design to one standardized environment with reusable and exchangeable modules.
Well, this method is nothing new, did you ever saw the inner life of an old television, or a HIFI system, or a computer, or - of course - a modular synthesizer system? All are consisting of smaller or larger units, which interact over dedicated interfaces. This way of thinking, which simplifies the understanding of complex technical applications, is now also promoted by the MBHP.

The focus of the platform:

well defined and documented modules
small, uncomplicated circuits
realizable on PCBs (single-layer) and prototype boards
PCBs designed with a freeware CAD program
different applications for different configurations
open for future extensions by other hobbyists
programming examples in the MIOS Download section
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Here are some example diagramms of MIDI applications which can be realized with MBHP - note that all examples are based on the old PIC16F designs, please check also the MIOS Introduction page!

Project	Module Diagramm	Description
MIDIbox64	mbhp_midibox64.gif	A full featured MIDIbox64
MIDIbox64	mbhp_midibox64_lc.gif	A low-cost variant of MIDIbox64
MIDIbox64E	mbhp_midibox64e.gif	A MIDIbox64E with 16 rotary encoders, 16 LED rings and 32 buttons
MIDIbox64E	mbhp_midibox64e_lc.gif	A low-cost variant of MIDIbox64E with 1 rotary encoder and 30 buttons
MIDIbox64E	mbhp_midibox64e_full.gif	Another variant of MIDIbox64E with 64 rotary encoders and 64 LED rings
MIDIO128_V2	mbhp_midio128.gif	A MIDI console with 128 buttons and 128 LEDs
MIDIO128_V3	midio128_v3_interconnections.png	More advanced version of MIDIO128 which adds USB and OSC support
MIDImon	mbhp_midimon.gif	A MIDI-Monitor
MIDImon	mbhp_midimon_mtc.gif	A MIDI-Monitor with MTC display
MIDImerger	mbhp_midimerger.gif	A MIDI merger
MIDIfilter	mbhp_midifilter.gif	A programmable MIDIfilter/processor
MIDIbox SID	mbhp_sid.gif	A MIDI synthesizer
MIDIbox SEQ V3	mbhp_seq.gif	A MIDI sequencer for the PIC
MIDIbox SEQ V4	mbhp_seq.gif	A MIDI sequencer for the STM32 and LPC17

If you are searching for the most flexible solution to build a MIDI Controller, have a look at the MIDIbox NG project, which supports almost all MBHP modules!

Available MBHP Modules

Please use the navigation bar at the left side to display the informations about the official MBHP modules.

PCBs and Kits

Schematics and PCB layouts are published on the MBHP pages for people who want to etch the boards at home, or customize the layouts for their own purposes.

Alternatively, premade PCBs and even complete Kits can be ordered at:

Modular Addict's MIDIbox Shop: located in USA (ships worldwide) - PCBs, Kits, preburned PICs, Encoders, Potentiometers, LEDs, and other MIDIbox parts.
Mikes Elektronikseite: located in Germany (ships worldwide too) - PCBs, Kits, preburned PIC18F452, Parts

Compare prices and service before ordering!