{"product_id":"kit-psychoacoustic-masking-synthesiser","title":"Psychoacoustic Masking Synthesiser Kit with ESP32 + LED","description":"\u003ch1\u003eESP32 Psychoacoustic Masking Synthesiser — Explore Sound Just Below the Threshold of Hearing\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"value-summary\"\u003eEvery part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-20 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25+\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Psychoacoustic Signal Processing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit transforms an ESP32 into a real-time synthesiser that implements a psychoacoustic masking model. Instead of producing conventional musical tones, it calculates the auditory masking threshold of incoming ambient sound and synthesises new audio in the frequency bands that fall just below perception — creating a sonic experience that hovers on the edge of audibility. Musicians, sound designers, and researchers use this to study auditory perception, generate hidden layers in installations, or experiment with sub-threshold soundscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou assemble a standalone hardware unit with a microphone input, digital-to-analogue converter, amplifier, and dual speakers. The ESP32 runs a psychoacoustic algorithm that continuously analyses the microphone signal, computes the global masking threshold via a simplified MPEG-1 model, and drives a multi-band oscillator bank through the MCP4728 DAC. Two rotary encoders and an OLED display let you navigate parameters: frequency band selection, masking offset, and synthesis waveform type. The final output plays through the stereo speakers, perceptually invisible yet measurable — a practical demonstration of auditory masking you can hold in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImplement a simplified psychoacoustic model (absolute threshold of hearing, critical band analysis, spread of masking) on a microcontroller\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfigure I2S audio input from the MAX9814 microphone and operate the MCP4728 DAC over I2C for multi‑channel output\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesign a parametric user interface with a 0.96″ OLED display and rotary encoders, handling menu navigation and real‑time parameter updates\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolder and assemble surface‑mount and through‑hole components onto prototype boards to create a reliable, enclosed audio instrument\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESP32 Dev Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMAX9814 Mic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMCP4728 DAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePAM8403 Amp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3W 8Ω Speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotary Encoder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.96in OLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100nF Caps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCB Prototype Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5V 2A PSU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoldering Iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolder Wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSourcing Separately\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompoden Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou verify every part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-tested as a system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForums and scattered tutorials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAI companion trained on this exact project\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime to first working build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDays of debugging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHours, with step-by-step guidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping coordination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple sellers, multiple delays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Kit Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit serves advanced makers: M.Tech and PhD candidates in signal processing or auditory perception, audio DSP engineers prototyping masking-based compression, and experimental music technologists. It is frequently adopted by laboratories at IITs, NITs, and IISc for perception demonstrations, and by musicians designing sound installations that play with the unconscious threshold of hearing. If you have prior experience with ESP32 programming and soldering, this project will stretch your skills into psychoacoustics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt and Backed by Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eScan the QR code on the box to start a conversation with the AI companion, trained on the exact masking synthesiser code and circuit. If needed, our team on WhatsApp will step in with debugging advice within hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I modify the psychoacoustic model to work with different frequency resolutions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The AI companion explains where to adjust the FFT length and Bark scale mapping in the firmware, so you can customise the critical band analysis for your own research or artistic needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the kit require an external computer to operate once programmed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. After you flash the ESP32 and calibrate the mic input, the unit operates standalone — the OLED and encoders handle all parameter changes, and audio synthesis runs entirely on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the masking threshold algorithm ready to use, or do I write it from scratch?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AI companion guides you through the provided algorithm — a simplified MPEG-1 Layer I psychoacoustic model adapted for ESP32 — so you understand every line and can extend it later.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kit-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eESP32 implements psychoacoustic masking model to synthesise audio in frequency bands just below hearing threshold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat's in this kit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/esp32-30-pin-development-board-cp2102-wifi-bluetooth\"\u003eESP32 Dev Board\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/max9814-mic-amp-module-with-agc-for-arduino-projects\"\u003eMAX9814 Mic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mcp4728-12-bit-4-channel-dac-module-i2c-interface\"\u003eMCP4728 DAC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pam8403-3w-stereo-audio-amplifier-module-5v-class-d\"\u003ePAM8403 Amp\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pam8403-3w-stereo-audio-amplifier-module-5v-class-d\"\u003e3W 8Ω Speaker\u003c\/a\u003e x2\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cjmcu-103-rotary-angle-sensor-module-300-analog-output\"\u003eRotary Encoder\u003c\/a\u003e x2\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/096in-oled-display-128x64-i2cspi-for-arduino-raspberry-pi\"\u003e0.96in OLED\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/capacitor-variety-pack-6-values-100nf-to-470uf-30-pieces\"\u003e100nF Caps\u003c\/a\u003e x15\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/esp-wroom-32-breakout-board-pcb-55x52mm\"\u003ePCB Prototype Board\u003c\/a\u003e x3\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4-channel-relay-board-for-esp32-30-pin-5v-control\"\u003e5V 2A PSU\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/enclosure-box-for-diy-electronics-projects-compoden\"\u003eEnclosure Box\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/soldering-kit-25w-with-solder-wire-flux-paste-compoden\"\u003eSoldering Iron\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/soldering-kit-25w-with-solder-wire-flux-paste-compoden\"\u003eSolder Wire\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is included in the Psychoacoustic Masking Synthesiser Kit with ESP32 + LED?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The Psychoacoustic Masking Synthesiser Kit with ESP32 + LED includes all components needed: ESP32 Dev Board, MAX9814 Mic, MCP4728 DAC, PAM8403 Amp, 3W 8Ω Speaker and more. 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