Simple DIY Portable Bluetooth Speaker | HOW TO

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Parts:
✅ 5W speakers - https://bit.ly/3uagJZE / https://geni.us/JpJIAe
Amplifier - https://tinyurl.com/yszu2yv2 / https://geni.us/XDgi
Bluetooth audio receiver - https://bit.ly/3VZ6LSK / https://geni.us/KBHU
Passive radiators (2X 40x78mm) - https://bit.ly/3ZBn6Aa / https://geni.us/WZxqbZv
Charging board - https://bit.ly/3CBIgnV / https://geni.us/ziXE6
18650 Battery - https://bit.ly/3J3KCNl / https://geni.us/LqDK
B0505S-2W isolated 5V converter - https://bit.ly/3nefFLb
19mm 5V latching LED switch - https://bit.ly/3XlgG69
1k Ohm resistors - https://bit.ly/3CAjUKY / https://geni.us/JhknxRm
2mm LEDs - https://bit.ly/3k7gU2B
Magnetic USB adapter (matching the charging board socket) - https://bit.ly/3izxIi2 / https://geni.us/6jy2iIh
5V 3A charger - https://bit.ly/3Znrkv5 / https://geni.us/MI3Jdq
Adhesive rubber feet - https://bit.ly/3X1nPsG / https://geni.us/VkuJ
M2.6X12 screws - https://bit.ly/3CvFPmO
Foam gasket tape - https://bit.ly/3hXlrnu

Tools:
TS101 soldering iron - https://bit.ly/3hQm4PP / https://geni.us/owyDm5G
Multimeter - https://bit.ly/3VOFjYv / https://geni.us/UmrhyYk
Cordless drill - https://tinyurl.com/mu8fsk6a / https://geni.us/A5AZi
Hot glue gun - https://tinyurl.com/mtbkzuej / https://geni.us/1dwxqIM
Drill bit set - https://bit.ly/3S3i6zC / https://geni.us/ktAK1M
Center punch - https://bit.ly/3xslc8u / https://geni.us/o5WBEwB
Wire stripper - https://bit.ly/4dG6Jt2 / https://geni.us/6ep
Step drill bits - https://bit.ly/3eM5GtB / https://geni.us/xYRx7J
Jig saw - https://bit.ly/3GpY8w6 / https://geni.us/D8GC
Orbital sander - https://bit.ly/3I4yBcP / https://geni.us/gHqu0W
Wood router - https://bit.ly/3I7Aplm / https://geni.us/6okRl
Flush trim bit - https://bit.ly/43ggzfH / https://geni.us/bZRVci5
Forstner bits - https://bit.ly/35snpjW / https://geni.us/F6it
Helping hand - https://bit.ly/3B9mIgt / https://geni.us/Yyqyte

Hi everyone! Thanks for tuning in this project of mine, I hope you'll like this one and learn something new!

My take on this project includes designing my own panels, removable back, adding a few indicator LEDs, a nicer switch and a magnetic charger which not only does look awesome but also performs great.

I did have to go over a few changes during the build since I didn't have it planned that well at first. You can see that in the video the back panel had an AUX port and a different layout than on the finished speaker. After trying to put the extra components for the AUX port, I noticed that I would simply be too difficult for the average DIY'er to cramp so much wiring in such a tiny enclosure, therefore I have removed the idea of the additional AUX jack input and only left the Bluetooth connectivity. Also, after completing this speaker for the first time I have noticed that the LED battery capacity indicator is not as useful as I have thought it would be - the LEDs are dim and the switch does not always make a proper connection, requiring a firm push on the button sometimes. Therefore I have simplified the design removing the unnecessary components.

The only building material for the speaker needed is plywood in two different thicknesses. I used 4mm (5/32in) for the front and back panels and 3 layers of 12mm (1/2in) plywood for the enclosure itself. I recommend using better quality plywood on this project since the grain of the plywood is what makes this speaker unique - I absolutely love the way the plywood grain shows once finished with lacquer, therefore the better quality plywood you will use - the better finished product you will get.

The enclosure is really simple - it consists of 3 layers of plywood glued together.

To be honest, I am more than happy of how it turned out. It sounds amazing for its size, super loud and even has plenty of bass which I did not expect from such tiny drivers. The Bluetooth establishes the connection instantly and the sound quality does not suffer at all. The speaker outputs only around 6 Watts of clean power but that is plenty enough for this little guy. Make sure you check my video for the sound test but take my word that it does not do its justice probably due to my crappy microphone.

Anyway, I hope you liked this build and perhaps learned something new! I highly encourage you to try building one yourself. It is a lot of fun and the result is actually something that you can be proud of.

Thanks for following me on this build and I will see you on the next one!

Donny

Music:
Diviners feat. Contacreast - Tropic Love [NCS Release]
Phillip A Brooks Midnight Ride
Jersey Street - Step Into The Light (Weekender Mix)
Music is life Sophisticado Family
TriBoss - Aqua Drop (Deep Bass Test)