Do you have projects that require support in the design and development of electronic equipment, preferably from the music or analog industry?
Typical works:
1. Sound Analysis
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This is usually the first part of an analog project. With appropriate tools I can analyze the sound and offer suitable solutions.
2. Schematics
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After the analysis, a circuit diagram is created. The choice of components is economical in nature, e.g. attention is paid to which component would be best to procure, or if it is still available! Depending on the structure of the hardware, it is checked how the stand (EOL: End of Life) is with the manufacturer. For the common components I use my own tested library. I can make new components (usually once) as needed.
3. PCB Layout
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As a CAD program, I use what I think is the best CAD program ever: Altium Designer. For mechanical testing, I can create step-files (.stp) for visual testing. This can be expressed in e.g. import to SolidWorks to show the fit. For the common components, including 3D views, I also use my own certified library here. I can make new components (usually once) as needed. Corresponding 3D views are either imported or made.
4. Documents
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Of course, each project has its own professional documentation, from the parts list (BoM: Bill of Material), assembly data, Gerber or CAM data to the PCB creation and everything needed to populate the PCB. On request, I also create operating instructions in German or English.
5. Programming
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I program e.g. Atmel micro-controller in assembler language (ASM) and in the high-level language C. For script tasks I usually use Python.
6. Prototypes
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I create prototypes to test the features and of course to watch. For some applications, it may be necessary to build an evaluation board in advance to develop the final product.
7. Testers
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Depending on the task and scope, I can build appropriate test equipment. I can convey more complex needle adapters.
8. PCB Assembly
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I can assemble small series myself. I can arrange bigger series here in Germany or in China. For assembly, I have all the necessary tools, such as JBC and Weller Soldering Station, Weller Desoldering Station, Binocular Microscope, 4-Channel Digital Oscilloscope, etc.
9. 3D Printing
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For prototyping I can make simple 3D prints (PLA, ABS, etc.) up to a certain size. For more complex patterns, I can also convey 3D printing in the SLS process.
10. CNC
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At the moment I'm installing a simple CNC milling machine to work with wood and aluminum. This can be used for making smaller series.
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My references
For more than 35 years I design and develop electronic devices for the music industry. Except for two exceptions, I was involved in all Nobels products. At Shadow I was the authoritative hardware electronics specialist from 2007. Later I worked as project manager (Manager R&D) at Tronical GmbH (Automatic Tuning Systems for Tronical and Gibson)
Here is an excerpt of the produced devices:
During my Nobels time (end of the 80s until the end of 2007)
- Nobels Sound Studio SST-1, SST-1X and SST-19 (programmable preamp with effects)
- Nobels effects pedal series (Overdrive, Distortion, Chorus, Delay, Tremolo, Preamps, etc.)
- Nobels MIDI Controller & Switcher (MS-4, MV-C, MS-8, MF-1, MF-2)
- Nobels Compact Series (Signal Splitter, Mixer, Looper, etc.)
- Nobels guitar amplifier
- Nobels headphone amplifier
- Fender MS-8 MIDI Controller (same as Nobels MS-8)
- Fender Mycro (bass & guitar, identical to Nobels Mycro)
- Fender Stereo-Pak Headphone Amplifier with Chorus / Delay (Bass & Guitar, identical to Nobels Stereo-Pak)
- Kramer Mini PAK Headphone Amplifier (USA)
- Shadow preamp with chorus
- Hohner active bass electronics (The Jack etc.)
- RAM / Series 10 effect pedals (USA only, identical Nobels effect pedals)
- SFX-Digitune effect pedals (Korea)
- EXE Effect Pedals and Pedal Tuners (China)
During my Shadow time (2008 to 2015)
- Epiphone Ultra III (LP guitar electronics with USB)
- Epiphone various Acoustic Guitar Preamps
- Shadow Rockabilly RB-Pro Double Bass Preamp
- Shadow Preamps for Zither, Mandolin, Guitars, etc.
- KALA Ukulele Preamps
- Traveler Guitars Acoustic, Guitar Preamps, EG-1 Effect Section
- LAG Acoustic Guitar Preamps
- Lakewood Acoustic Guitar Preamps
- Hanika Acoustic Guitar Preamps
- Martin Acoustic Guitar Preamps
- Aetnica electronic cajon
- Meinl Percussion Pedal
During my Tronical period (2015 to 2018)
- Gibson / Tronical PowerTune System (various versions)
* Note: All brands listed here (Nobels, Fender, Shadow, Tronical, Hohner, Kramer, Epiphone, Gibson, Kala, Lag, Lakewood, Hanika, Martin, Aetnica, Meinl) do not belong to my person or my company Nordland Electronics!
