Simple DIY Portable Bluetooth Speaker | HOW TO

Free build plans, laser-cut plans, wiring diagram and much more can be found on my post on Instructables! 👇👇
https://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Portable-Bluetooth-Speaker/

5W Speakers - https://bit.ly/2OVnW72
Amplifier - https://bit.ly/2Y2PrQv
Bluetooth Audio Receiver - https://bit.ly/2DFEIBT
Passive Radiators - https://bit.ly/34FQb0b
Charging Board - https://bit.ly/2OVopGk
18650 Battery - https://bit.ly/2OBJJ4Q
Isolated 5V Converter - https://bit.ly/33wQxVK
19mm 5V Latching LED Switch - https://bit.ly/2Y7Ahct
1k Ohm Resistors - https://bit.ly/37Ukr9Q
2mm LEDs - https://bit.ly/2DyFXTt
Magnetic Micro USB adapter - https://bit.ly/2P8ctS2
5V 3A Charger - https://bit.ly/34G3zl5
Adhesive Rubber Feet - https://bit.ly/2P0XFEG
M2.3X12 Screws - https://bit.ly/2rmLkCj
Adhesive Foam Tape - https://bit.ly/2P6L6rc

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

After thinking of how I got into building speakers the first thought that comes to my mind is Barry Llewellyn's projects that really caught my eye and inspired me to build my own. Therefore I thought I would try to make my version of a small yet relatively simple portable Bluetooth speaker, which Barry has made on his Instructable. 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)

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