Creating a Visual Theremin Using Raspberry Pi and Simulink

Learn how to use Simulink to make a Raspberry Pi based theremin controlled by a green object.

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Learn how to use Simulink to make a Raspberry Pi based theremin that is controlled by a green object. A theremin is an electronic musical instrument that can be played without physical contact. The Raspberry Pi utilizes basic image processing algorithms to generate various tones through its onboard audio jack.
Hardware Used:
Raspberry Pi
Raspberry Pi Camera Board
Micro USB Cable
Ethernet Cable

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW1FGzDRPtg

Cite As

Brian McKay (2026). Creating a Visual Theremin Using Raspberry Pi and Simulink (https://se.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/fileexchange/58428-creating-a-visual-theremin-using-raspberry-pi-and-simulink), MATLAB Central File Exchange. Retrieved .

General Information

MATLAB Release Compatibility

  • Compatible with any release

Platform Compatibility

  • Windows
  • macOS
  • Linux
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1.0.0.1

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1.0.0.0