Sound Activated Dimmer Light

[Fast Lane]

My daughter has again asked for my assistance in one of her projects.
Unfortunately I have no clue. Have had no luck finding any on-line
resources. Mainly cause I'm not really sure what I'm looking for.

Here's the deal. We need to put together a device that will activate a light
when sound is detected. The sound will be a direct audio input. Here's the
kicker.... The light needs to be of the dimmer variety. Which means, low
sound levels yields a dim light, while higher audio levels yields a brighter
light.

If you have any ideas on what kind of components I need, or point me in the
right direction for internet research I would be most grateful...

Thanks,

Brian & Kelly

 

[Fast Lane]

No, it's not for a class. This is just something she wants to do on her own.
Much like her recent "laser guided earthquake detector" fiasco.

This light project seems much more feasible.

Thanks again

 

[happyhobit]

According to Demming, "Quality is conformance to specification". So based on
your specification, check out http://www.a1parts.com/newkits/

Specifically K12 'Audio-To-Light Modulator' or Kit A1 'Color Organ'

Jay

 

[Fast Lane]

thanks for the tip. This looks to be what we need. Thanks again

-Brian & Kelly