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Main Board Layout Nearing Completion

A project log for 64-Knob Virtual-Analog Synth on Pico 2

A 64-knob virtual-analog synthesizer on Raspberry Pi Pico 2 — fully tactile, no menus, real-time control.

hiroyuki-oyamaHiroyuki OYAMA 10/18/2025 at 18:200 Comments

The main board of Darśana is almost complete.

This revision focuses on refining the audio power and signal layout, separating AGND/DGND domains, and finalizing the analog output paths (DAC → Line / Phones).

With all components placed and DRC passing cleanly, the PCB measures 294 × 99 mm — fitting perfectly inside the planned 296.6 mm internal width enclosure.

It was a demanding phase, but the layout came together faster than I expected — a relief, honestly. There are still rough edges to refine, and I can already see places that could be improved with more polish. Fortunately, there’s no rush. I’ll take as much time as needed to make it right.

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