Move Servo via Arduino Using MIDI Input

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Hi Everyone!

So, just want to start off by saying that I'm pretty new to using Arduino ... as in never have before :roll_eyes: so ... this could be fun!

Here's the idea:

I want to use a MIDI note to move a servo arm between two positions. When no MIDI message is active (or a note off is sent) the servo arm moves to the 0 degree position. When the MIDI message is present (i.e., a note on message is sent) the servo arm moves to the 180 degree position.

So the input would need to be MIDI - Not the actual connection... I would wire the pins of the MIDI cable to ports on the arduino (if thats possible) as the input, then the connection to the servo.

I also wouldn't be opposed to an LED indicator light in there.

Now for the question.... What would the smallest/least expensive Arduino board be that would be capable of somethin like this?

Thanks so much for all your help in this!

  • Josh