hobby project —
Boombox
DIY bluetooth speaker
summer 2017
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So my cousin asked me if I could make a Bluetooth speaker out of a
coke can…
As a hobby project I designed a Bluetooth speaker by connecting a
set of old speakers, a Bluetooth amplifier board and some electrical
components.
After having finished the first version of the speaker I noticed
some flaws in the acoustics. Enjoying the project so much, I decided
to take the project to a new level with better speakers and improved
design. I created a version that shows off my affinity for
woodworking nicely, one that is both visually and audibly pleasant.
The final result is a stereo 2x50 Watt Bluetooth speaker equipped
with an extra terminal for connecting your own external subwoofer.
The enclosure is made of carefully selected African Padauk and Koto
hardwood.
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