During the Circuits 2024 programme, the event consisted of a presentation and a hands-on building workshop.

Part 1: CuqlAIta Self-Built MIDI Controllers

Christian Attard (a.k.a. Gh⊕s††) presented several self-built performative MIDI controllers which he named ‘ĊuqlAIta’ (Maltese for wooden clapper).
In the past year, Christian used the help of common AI online tools, together with past skills in soldering and use of Arduino kits and their programming to devise his first prototype ĊuqlAIta device. He went on to build a number which he is now using as performative MIDI Controllers. Christian will be presenting the steps of his journey into building his fist ever own-designed and built MIDI controllers and will be demostrating the ĊuqlAIta to those present.

Part 2: Build a Balomba Dub Siren

In part 2 consisted of a DIY sound device building workshop hosted by Mike Desira. During the workshop, participants built a Dub Siren device on a breadboard. This device is named ‘Balomba’ (which is the Maltese name given to the dockyard plant siren which used is rung at the start and ending of work shifts). Participants pre-booked kits which were then mounted on a breadboard (hence no soldering skills were needed) by following simple instructions and also an instructional video.