I currently enrolled in a VHDL chip design/programming class which allows us to create our
own project for the end of the semester. I've chosen to create a drum machine
which simulates the beats of a drummer playing different genres of music.
Basically it is a microprocessor with 7 outputs, one for each drum in a kit. The module sends pulses corresponding to drum hits at intervals over each cable so as to
simulate a drum being played.

It looks something like this, but instead of the drum pads, i have my machine.

http://www.harmony-central.com/Pix/EDW/figure-MIDI-drums.gif

if you look at the diagram there is a trigger module which accepts pulses on the trigger drum sounds. cables and converts them to MIDI processed sounds.

My drum machine sends 5V spaced pulses on each of the 7 cables. What I'm looking for is a Trigger Module + Sound Module which would
accept this signal and convert it to an Audio output.

I was wondering if you could help me find something that would work. I'm looking for either a readymade Module on the market or a Chip Schematic with Code which I can implement.

I have found a lot of drum processers but everything Ive found has more options than I need. I need something basic that fits this function.

IF theres anyone who can give me a little bit of insight on this I'd greatly appreciate it!

Thanks 10X in advance!!

http://www.harmony-central.com/Drums/EDW/Articles/MIDI-Introduction.html
has a bit more on what im working towards.

Sounds like a great project, off hand I can't think of anything but will give it some thought.

DO keep us informed of how it is progessing.
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