Home Made Compact Leslie Speaker Unit: Construction and Function

Leslie speaker units are famous for the unique way they alter the sound of guitar and organ music. Unfortunately, most units are too large, bulky, and expensive for home use and lack the portability necessary for guitarists to transport to gigs. This video describes the construction of a compact, homemade, variable speed Leslie speaker unit, using parts from an original unit and some simple modifications. I hope you enjoy this video and will subscribe to my channel to see many more videos featuring classic vintage guitar amps, jukeboxes, and interesting homemade equipment. Thanks !!!

In response to numerous questions about the speed control unit I used in the video, it is a ceiling fan speed control from Ace Hardware. I installed it using the directions that came in the package. If used for an extended period of time, it will cause the motor to overheat, so pay attention to the temperature of the motor to avoid damage.