Re: Homebrew Sound Sensor
Posted: 24 Mar 2011, 03:43
I doubt you are too young to start learning electronics. I don't know how old you are, but I was probably about 8-10 when I started with the basics (555, transistors, LEDs...). This kit is what I got that really gave my a good start with electronics. I use the console for building circuits on, even now. I often use the IC's for my projects. The wires I use almost all the time. I still use the books for reference. It has been a great kit. Another one that I got, the Sensor Lab taught my quite a bit, but I would only get this one as a complement to the main one (get the main one first).
I don't know how much you have to pay for the lego sound sensors on eBay, but I have seen them sell for less than $8 with shipping. You really just need to watch for the right one. I have seen them sell for $30 or more, and I have seen ones that ended at $10 with no bids... Really though, the sound sensor is quite useless for me. I think I have 2 or 3, and have maybe used one once.
I don't know how much you have to pay for the lego sound sensors on eBay, but I have seen them sell for less than $8 with shipping. You really just need to watch for the right one. I have seen them sell for $30 or more, and I have seen ones that ended at $10 with no bids... Really though, the sound sensor is quite useless for me. I think I have 2 or 3, and have maybe used one once.