Nano Wireless MIDI Foot Pedal Kit with Arduino Nano + NRF24
Build a Wireless MIDI Foot Controller for Your DAW with Arduino Nano & NRF24
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Step on rugged footswitches to trigger loops, change patches, or control playback wirelessly — without a single cable between your feet and your computer. This kit places a professional-grade MIDI foot controller in your hands for a fraction of the cost, and you’ll learn the wireless protocol that powers it.
What You'll Build
You’ll assemble and program a stomp box with three heavy-duty footswitches that transmit MIDI CC messages over NRF24L01 radio to a USB receiver Nano. The receiver plugs into any computer and appears as a standard MIDI device, instantly recognized by DAWs like Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and guitar software. You can reconfigure the switches to send any Control Change, Note On, or Program Change message — exactly what your performance demands.
What You'll Learn
- Soldering through-hole components on perfboard and wiring a stomp box enclosure
- Programming Arduino Nano to read footswitch states and debounce inputs
- Configuring NRF24L01 modules for reliable wireless data transmission at 2.4GHz
- Parsing and generating MIDI messages over USB using the Arduino MIDI library
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Nano | 2 |
| NRF24L01 | 2 |
| Footswitch Button | 3 |
| 5mm LED | 3 |
| 100nF Caps | 10 |
| 10kΩ Resistors | 5 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 2 |
| Stomp Box Enclosure | 1 |
| 9V Battery Snap | 2 |
| Soldering Iron | 1 |
| Solder Wire | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
This kit is tailor-made for CBSE Class 12 students working on their final electronics project, B.Tech ECE/EEE first-year undergraduates seeking a hands-on wireless communication experiment, and participants in Smart India Hackathon building assistive music tech. It’s also ideal for ATL Tinkering Lab mentors guiding students into embedded systems and DIY musicians who want to integrate custom MIDI control into their performances.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code inside the box to access your AI build companion, trained step-by-step on this exact MIDI foot controller project. If you need human help, reach us on WhatsApp — we respond within hours.
Does this work with my specific DAW or software?
Yes. The receiver Nano presents as a generic USB MIDI device, compatible with any software that understands MIDI, including Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Guitar Rig, and even Raspberry Pi-based setups.
Can I add more footswitches or expression pedals later?
The Arduino Nano has spare digital and analog pins, so you can expand your controller with additional footswitches or a potentiometer-based expression pedal. The provided enclosure has room for two extra switches.
Do I need prior soldering experience?
Basic soldering skill is helpful, but the kit includes a soldering iron and solder wire. The build manual uses clear visuals and the AI companion guides you through each joint. With patience, even a first-time solderer can succeed.
Three footswitch buttons on Nano with NRF24L01 send MIDI CC commands wirelessly to a USB receiver Nano.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Nano x2
- NRF24L01 x2
- Footswitch Button x3
- 5mm LED x3
- 100nF Caps x10
- 10kΩ Resistors x5
- PCB Prototype Board x2
- Stomp Box Enclosure
- 9V Battery Snap x2
- Soldering Iron
- Solder Wire
Choose your assembly option:
- Soldering Kit — 25W soldering iron, 60/40 solder wire, flux, and small perfboard for permanent assembly.
- Breadboard Combo — 800-point full-size breadboard with 65-piece jumper wire pack for solderless prototyping.
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Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items