DMLab Colchester

DMLab Colchester a monthly meet-up for musicians and technologists – run by CLIP – to get together and dream up new ways to make music through accessible instrument design. Everyone is welcome.

To find out more, visit CLIP’s website.

Our Events

DMLab Colchester holds regular free, open, accessible workshops at Firstsite.

  • 12 February 2026
  • 12 March 2026
  • 16 April 2026
  • 14 May 2026

Join us at 7 – 9pm.

Busy people sitting around a table making and playing with colourful musical technology

Access

There is step-free, level access throughout the building and 4 accessible parking spaces are available outside the main entrance on a first come, first served basis. There is also an additional drop-off area.Assistance dogs are welcome, and there is a hearing loops is available. There are several disabled access toilets in the building, and there will be seating available at the event.There will be plenty of opportunity to take breaks and you are very welcome to attend for the length of time that works for you.There is space to let us know of any specific access needs when you book. Further details about venue accessibility can be found on the Firstsite website.

  • Are you a d/Deaf, Disabled and/or Neurodivergent musician interested in finding out more about the music technology industry?
  • Are you a technologist/maker interested in music and sound?
  • Are you a d/Deaf, Disabled and/or Neurodivergent person who isn’t yet a musician but would like to be?

Then DMLab Colchester is for you!

An accessible music electronics board inside a DIY carboard box instrument

Book Now!

If you’d like to attend DMLab Colchester, sign up via Eventbrite for free.

Get directions to the venue, Firstsite, on Google Maps.

If you have any questions you can email steph@clipsoundandmusic.uk