Hacking old telephones for a new exhibition

I agreed to take on the challenge of hacking old telephones for a new exhibition at Borgarsyssel Museum. I’m adding an Adafruit 2133, Sound FX Audio Processor Application Board to the phones so that I can play an audio file when a visitor picks up the phone. A total of ten telephones will be available…

Photo of tools and a old telephone
Hacking old telephones for a exhibition. Photo by Kjartan Abel Nilsen / Østfoldmuseene

I agreed to take on the challenge of hacking old telephones for a new exhibition at Borgarsyssel Museum. I’m adding an Adafruit 2133, Sound FX Audio Processor Application Board to the phones so that I can play an audio file when a visitor picks up the phone.

A total of ten telephones will be available for public use. In a few posts, I’ll give you an update on how things are going.

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Kjartan Abel is a sound designer, music composer, and immersive installation artist, known for his explorations at the intersection of technology and creativity. A seasoned museum nerd, AI enthusiast and tech enthusiast, Kjartan adeptly melds digital innovation with traditional media. His artistry extends to tinkering with Raspberry Pi, crafting unique experiences that resonate in today's tech-driven culture, often exploring the dimensions of space and time. With an MFA in Fine Art Media from The Slade School of Fine Art and a BA (Hons) in Fine Art from Kingston University, Kjartan’s blog offers a window into his multidisciplinary approach and his journey through the evolving landscape of New Media.

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