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Here are solid “RGB controller” options depending on what you’re trying to drive:
HUB75 RGB LED matrix controllers (plug-and-play)
- Adafruit Matrix Portal S3 CircuitPython Powered Internet Display (ESP32-S3, Wi‑Fi/BT, for HUB75 RGB matrix panels) ($37.30)
- Adafruit Matrix Portal - CircuitPython Powered Internet Display (ATSAMD51 + ESP32 Wi‑Fi coprocessor, for HUB75 panels) ($50.15)
- Matrix Portal S3 for HUB75 RGB Matrices - u.FL (variant with u.FL antenna connector, for HUB75 panels) ($49.05)
RGB LED driver/controller boards (for custom builds)
- ShiftBar (chainable RGB LED controller with 10-bit brightness per channel, good for non-addressable RGB setups) ($4.10)
- SparkFun LED Driver Breakout - LP55231 (9-channel I2C LED controller/driver breakout for multi-channel LED control) ($23.25)
DMX lighting control (stage/installation)
- Arduino DMX Shield (connects Arduino to DMX512 networks via XLR) ($33.15)
- SparkFun ESP32 Thing Plus DMX to LED Shield (DMX via XLR-3 and ArtNet capability; built for DMX-to-LED projects) ($44.50)
USB-controlled addressable RGB system
- Mote - Complete Kit (Host + 4 Sticks + Cables) (USB controller + multi-channel system for APA102/DotStar-style addressable RGB lighting) ($90.15)
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Gravity: Digital RGB LED Module
Gravity: Digital RGB LED Module is a cascadable single RGB LED module compatible with RGB LED strip. The Gravity interface provides a more elegant manner for the connections between modules and most of mainstream controllers such as Arduino, micro:bit, Firebeetle Series, LattePanda, and Raspberry...
Pico RGB Keypad Base
Scoring very highly in the Pimoroni "things on our desk that make people say ooo" rankings, RGB Keypad Base equips a Pico with an eye-catching 4x4 silicone keypad, fully loaded with addressable APA102 LEDs so that each key can be illuminated in any colour that your little unicorn heart desires...
Display-O-Tron Breakout
The Display-O-Tron Breakout pairs a high-contrast 16 × 3 character LCD with an RGB backlight on a compact breakout board. It runs from either 3.3 V or 5 V and supports SPI, 4-bit, and 8-bit interfaces via the ST7036 controller — making it compatible with Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and most other micr...
Arcade Button - 30mm Translucent Clear
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This 30mm translucent clear arcade button features a crystal-clear glossy finish and smooth button action. A pre-installed micro-switch with gold-plated contacts provides a satisfying press with tactile feedback — no strong click, just a clean, definite feel. Shorter than standard cheap arcade b...
Matrix Portal S3 for HUB75 RGB Matrices - u.FL
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Make an internet-connected RGB matrix display without the usual wiring fuss. This board plugs straight into the back of a compatible HUB75 RGB matrix, giving you an easy way to build colourful signs, clocks, status panels and data dashboards with CircuitPython or Arduino.This version uses a u.FL ...
AgXRP Starter Kit - Beta
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Bring robotics, coding and plant science together in a hands-on classroom platform for building a small-scale automated smart farm. This open-source kit is designed for STEM education, helping students explore precision agriculture, data analysis and automation while growing and caring for real p...
ShiftBar
The ShiftBar is a medium-power RGB LED controller featuring 10-bit digital brightness control on each color channel (over one billion colors). Multiple ShiftBar modules can be chained together and controlled from a single microcontroller to create large LED displays.
Programming the Raspberry Pi: Getting Started with Python [Second Edition]
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Program your own Raspberry Pi projects!An updated guide to programming your own Raspberry Pi projects. Learn to create inventive programs and fun games on your powerful Raspberry Pi--with no programming experience required. This practical book has been revised to fully cover the new Raspberry Pi ...
SparkFun 16x2 SerLCD - RGB Text (Qwiic)
The SparkFun 16×2 SerLCD is a serial-enabled LCD that provides a simple, cost-effective way to add an RGB-on-black liquid crystal display to your project. An on-board ATmega328P microcontroller handles all screen control, eliminating the need for a separate backpack board. The display supports t...
64x32 RGB LED Matrix - 2.5mm pitch
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The 64×32 RGB LED Matrix Panel with 2.5mm pitch packs 2048 bright RGB LEDs into a compact 160×80mm panel. With the tightest pixel spacing in the 64×32 range, this panel produces sharp, detailed images ideal for close-up indoor viewing. The panel features two IDC connectors on the back (input and...
NeoPixel 5050 RGB LED with Integrated Driver Chip - 10 Pack
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Individual WS2812B-compatible 5050 RGB LEDs with an integrated driver chip — the same LED used in NeoPixel strips and pixels. Each 5 × 5 mm package contains an RGB LED and controller with ~18 mA constant-current drive, delivering consistent colour regardless of voltage variation. No external resi...
Adafruit Matrix Portal - CircuitPython Powered Internet Display
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The Adafruit Matrix Portal is a plug-and-play controller for HUB-75 RGB LED matrix panels. Powered by an ATSAMD51 (Cortex M4) with an ESP32 WiFi coprocessor, it plugs directly into the back of any compatible matrix — no soldering or wiring required. Just attach power and start coding in CircuitPy...
SparkFun RP2040 mikroBUS Development Board
The SparkFun RP2040 mikroBUS Development Board is a low-cost, high performance platform with flexible digital interfaces featuring the Raspberry Pi Foundation's RP2040 microcontroller. Besides the Thing Plus or Feather PTH pin layout, the board also includes a microSD card slot, 16MB (128Mbit) fl...
Adafruit Matrix Portal S3 CircuitPython Powered Internet Display
The Adafruit Matrix Portal S3 is the next-generation plug-and-play controller for HUB-75 RGB LED matrix panels. Powered by the ESP32-S3 with built-in WiFi and Bluetooth LE, it plugs directly into the back of any compatible matrix — no soldering or wiring required. Just attach power and start codi...
Mote - Stick - Full RGB
A 16-pixel APA102 RGB LED strip designed for use with the Pimoroni Mote USB controller. Each stick is 18 cm long with individually addressable full-colour LEDs, providing smooth, flicker-free lighting for mood lighting, under-shelf illumination, and creative projects. The Mote stick connects to ...
Display-O-Tron HAT
The Pimoroni Display-O-Tron HAT packs a 16×3 character LCD display, six-zone RGB backlight, bar graph LEDs, and six capacitive touch buttons into one slim HAT for Raspberry Pi. It's ideal for internet radio, home automation dashboards, and any project that needs a compact display with input contr...
Diffused 5mm Fast Flashing RGB LED - 10 pack [Flashing Effect]
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These 5mm diffused RGB LEDs feature a built-in controller chip that automatically cycles through colours in a fast flashing pattern — no microcontroller or programming required. With just two leads (power and ground), they're as simple to use as a standard LED. The diffused lens provides an even...
LED - 3mm Cycling RGB (fast)
These color-changing LEDs take the work out of creating crazy, flashy, blinky… ness. Simply apply power and the LED will cycle through the RGB colorspace: no external controller necessary! These bright and festive LEDs make great decorations, LED “throwies”, indicator lights, etc. Typical forward...
LED - 3mm Cycling RGB (slow)
These color-changing LEDs take the work out of creating crazy, flashy, blinky… ness. Simply apply power and the LED will cycle through the RGB colorspace: no external controller necessary! These bright and festive LEDs make great decorations, LED “throwies”, indicator lights, etc. Typical forward...
LED - 5mm Cycling RGB (slow)
These color-changing LEDs take the work out of creating crazy, flashy, blinky… ness. Simply apply power and the LED will cycle through the RGB colorspace: no external controller necessary! These bright and festive LEDs make great decorations, LED “throwies”, indicator lights, etc. Typical forward...