Building a Diode Detector Radio Receiver (Part 2)

Transform your radio receiver into a tunable instrument through DIY variable capacitors

In this workshop we will expand on the diode detector circuit from Week 8 by adding a homemade variable capacitor constructed from two sheets of aluminum foil. By adjusting the overlap between the two sheets you can tune the circuit to different frequencies. We will explore the textures, interference patterns, and found sounds that emerge as you move between stations and signals. All components and equipment will be provided. There is no cost to attend this workshop.

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This session is part of a 10 week summer workshop series led by Miles Scharff, Mark Santolucito, and David Kramer at the Computer Music Center at Columbia University. These workshops are free and open to the public.

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