How to create my own midi controller?
I want to create a custom midi controller. The problem is the design I am envisioning is so different than what already exists, that even the “custom midi controller” websites seem a bit formulaic by comparison.
Does anyone know if any places that do truly custom midi controllers? Alternatively, would anyone happen to know a website that teaches one how to build a midi controller from scratch?
Thanks very much in advance!
There are a few ways to do it.
Cheapest is using Arduino but you’re gonna have to do a bit of programming & a lot of soldering.
Easiest is Livid’s builder - all Plug n Play:
http://wiki.lividinstruments.com/wiki/Brain_v2#Ribbon_Cable_Connections_.28Easy_Method.29
The hardest bit is the case - have a look at Front Panel Express:
You download some software, design the layout you want then upload the design & payment and wait for them to CNC the top panel then deliver it.
I’ve used them before & the results are really professional, but quite pricey.
Making a midi controller is pretty easy, getting it to look professional is the harder part…
Good luck 
Thanks, Nicky! I’ll check those out and see what I can come up with…