<a href="https://macrofab.com/blog/mep-ep208-brian-kaczynski-with-second-sound">MEP EP#208: Brian Kaczynski with Second Sound</a> Brian Kaczhnski
<ul>
 	<li>Brian earned his Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University in 2001</li>
 	<li>Has worked since 1999 as a mixed-signal/RF ASIC designer focusing mainly on LAN applications such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, etc</li>
 	<li>His passion for music and desire to bridge the gap between acoustic/electric instruments and music synthesizers (both analog and digital) inspire his current work</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://secondsound.com/" rel="noopener">Second Sound</a>
<ul>
 	<li>Why the name Second Sound?
<ul>
 	<li>It sounds cool and refers to a <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_sound" rel="noopener">quantum mechanical phenomenon</a></li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>How many employees?</li>
 	<li>ACO100 and ACO160 ICs
<ul>
 	<li>What is an audio controlled oscillator?
<ul>
 	<li>Frequency detection</li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>ACO160 vs ACO100</li>
 	<li>Moving from custom Ic to Firmware solution?
<ul>
 	<li>What drove this decision?</li>
 	<li>How does this differ from the hardware solution?</li>
 	<li>Will you be offering the ACO100 IC?</li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>Development Boards</li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>Integrated Circuit creation
<ul>
 	<li>How did you go about designing these chips?
<ul>
 	<li>Software?</li>
 	<li>Required Files?</li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>What was your process of getting them manufactured?</li>
 	<li>Tips and tricks for people wanting to manufacture Ics?</li>
 	<li>Challenges and what to avoid?</li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>What changed to enable going from a chip design to a MCU firmware based design?</li>
</ul>

MEP EP#208: Brian Kaczynski with Second Sound Brian Kaczhnski Brian earned his Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University in 2001 Has worked since 1999 as a mixed-signal/RF ASIC designer focusing mainly on LAN applications such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, etc His passion for music and desire to bridge the gap between acoustic/electric instruments and music synthesizers (both analog and digital) inspire his current work Second Sound Why the name Second Sound? It sounds cool and refers to a quantum mechanical phenomenon How many employees? ACO100 and ACO160 ICs What is an audio controlled oscillator? Frequency detection ACO160 vs ACO100 Moving from custom Ic to Firmware solution? What drove this decision? How does this differ from the hardware solution? Will you be offering the ACO100 IC? Development Boards Integrated Circuit creation How did you go about designing these chips? Software? Required Files? What was your process of getting them manufactured? Tips and tricks for people wanting to manufacture Ics? Challenges and what to avoid? What changed to enable going from a chip design to a MCU firmware based design?

<a href="https://macrofab.com/blog/mep-ep208-brian-kaczynski-with-second-sound" rel="noopener noreferrer">MEP EP#208: Brian Kaczynski with Second Sound</a> Brian Kaczhnski
<ul>
 	<li>Brian earned his Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University in 2001</li>
 	<li>Has worked since 1999 as a mixed-signal/RF ASIC designer focusing mainly on LAN applications such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, etc</li>
 	<li>His passion for music and desire to bridge the gap between acoustic/electric instruments and music synthesizers (both analog and digital) inspire his current work</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://secondsound.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Second Sound</a>
<ul>
 	<li>Why the name Second Sound?
<ul>
 	<li>It sounds cool and refers to a <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_sound" rel="noopener noreferrer">quantum mechanical phenomenon</a></li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>How many employees?</li>
 	<li>ACO100 and ACO160 ICs
<ul>
 	<li>What is an audio controlled oscillator?
<ul>
 	<li>Frequency detection</li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>ACO160 vs ACO100</li>
 	<li>Moving from custom Ic to Firmware solution?
<ul>
 	<li>What drove this decision?</li>
 	<li>How does this differ from the hardware solution?</li>
 	<li>Will you be offering the ACO100 IC?</li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>Development Boards</li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>Integrated Circuit creation
<ul>
 	<li>How did you go about designing these chips?
<ul>
 	<li>Software?</li>
 	<li>Required Files?</li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>What was your process of getting them manufactured?</li>
 	<li>Tips and tricks for people wanting to manufacture Ics?</li>
 	<li>Challenges and what to avoid?</li>
</ul>
</li>
 	<li>What changed to enable going from a chip design to a MCU firmware based design?</li>
</ul>

MEP EP#208: Brian Kaczynski with Second Sound

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Dive into the electrifying world of electrical engineering with Circuit Break, a MacroFab podcast hosted by Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig. This dynamic duo, armed with practical experience and a palpable passion for tech, explores the latest innovations, industry news, and practical challenges in the field. From DIY project hurdles to deep dives with industry experts, Parker and Stephen's real-world insights provide an engaging learning experience that bridges theory and practice for engineers at any stage of their career. Whether you're a student eager to grasp what the job market seeks, or an engineer keen to stay ahead in the fast-paced tech world, Circuit Break is your go-to. The hosts, alongside a vibrant community of engineers, makers, and leaders, dissect product evolutions, demystify the journey of tech from lab to market, and reverse engineer the processes behind groundbreaking advancements. Their candid discussions not only enlighten but also inspire listeners to explore the limitless possibilities within electrical engineering. Presented by MacroFab, a leader in electronics manufacturing services, Circuit Break connects listeners directly to the forefront of PCB design, assembly, and innovation. MacroFab's platform exemplifies the seamless integration of design and manufacturing, catering to a broad audience from hobbyists to professionals. About the hosts: Parker, an expert in Embedded System Design and DSP, and Stephen, an aficionado of audio electronics and brewing tech, bring a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to the show. Their backgrounds in engineering and hands-on projects make each episode a blend of expertise, enthusiasm, and practical advice. Join the conversation and community at our online engineering forum, where we delve deeper into each episode's content, gather your feedback, and explore the topics you're curious about. Subscribe to Circuit Break on your favorite podcast platform and become part of our journey through the fascinating world of electrical engineering.

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