DIY glass speaker! How to build your own.

In this video I'll be showing you how to build your very own glass Bluetooth speaker, with an integrated LED filament light to mimic an Edison lightbulb or an old valve amplifier!
For those interested, I'm now on Patreon: / diyperks
3D Files for printing (includes tutorial): sellfy.com/p/QXZK/ (FREE for Patreon contributors)
Parts links:
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LED Filaments: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-532...
Adjustable Voltage Regulator (for LED Filaments): rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-532...
Speaker: bit.ly/PSS_10w_Driver (out of stock so price is unusually high at the mo!)
Amplifier: bit.ly/30w-mini-amplifier
Bluetooth Module: amzn.to/2LcUczU
5V Power Isolator (powers the Bluetooth module): bit.ly/5v-power-isolator
5V Regulator (powers the above isolator): bit.ly/5V-power-regulator
Copper Wire: amzn.to/2M54NjC
Power Adapter: amzn.to/2LVorzC
Circuit 'diagrams' (just shows you where to connect the wires): drive.google.com/open?id=1R-x...
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[@DIYPerks]

Oh, btw, don't forget that I'm now on patreon.com/diyperks

[@skybesky]

Hi there I am big fan of your work:) thanks for all useful info on your channel;) I came across this video and I am very excited. Could you have look and maybe in the future you could do video about something like that. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIXJnWqlat2Vr6s

[@universeindianchief8662]

Love your projects Matt..Keep up the good work

[@karstenvonfjellheim5321]

I might make this for my plants(hmm, maybe I could use UVA bulbs?) but I don't see the point other than if you love "steampunk things".

[@gerriewagner1328]

DIY Perks I just built the ultimate diy projector you taught on another video. It’s amazing and fun.

[@roydekock6070]

Heey Matt/DiyPerks, Recently I have started work on your project: speaker with a glass on the top of it and led filiments inside. I hope you know witch one i'm talking about. At this moment i have finisched the electronics, but i have a very big problem... the ampifier boards you use keep destroing themselfes in my speaker, so far i watched 2 board go up in flames and i'm very afraid of placing in a new one because the delievery times are realllllyy long for me. I would like to know if you know how this happens and if this has happend to you. When i'm done with the electrics everything works and the sound is great but when i turn it of, wait a few minutes and try it on for a second time. The board shoots flames and i can start over again.... I would really like your help. Components: Dayton audio speakers nd65-8 2-1/2 Amp: OEP30W (the stereo type like your concrete speaker) Power: 19V old laptop power supply Potentiometer 50kohm dualgang with switch. Do you have any idea why my boards work the first time but the second or thirt time they go up in flames... I really look forward to your reaction, My project is at a stop now if I can't figger this out my project ends here. Thank you so much, Kind regards, Roy de Kock Ps. I'm really sorry for spelling mistakes english isn't my first languege. Love your video's.

[@tomasviane3844]

You're like the Bob Ross of electronics ;-)

[@NorthernKitty]

"Now let's build some happy little iClouds...."

[@liriodosvales2009]

@@NorthernKitty good one!

[@OhSoTiredMan]

@@NorthernKitty This sounds like something he would say if he was a tech guy

[@eleanorloring5590]

"oops it looks like these bird's have died, well I'll show you how to repurpose them"

[@G_____]

I was just thinking that

[@vincentbeaulieu3058]

Anyone notice the tiny bug on the speaker at 4:27 ?

[@danlightened]

Was totally triggering my OCD.

[@pressiyamu2187]

where

[@watchthesefools]

OMG i had to stop watching

[@fex144]

@@watchthesefools Why Gerry, Why!? - - - It cannot harm you, you know.

[@aeriok8486]

Lol I hate you... once you see it you can never unsee it

[@ConstantThrowing]

I swear to god every aspect of every project you do is so amazingly executed.

[@tensevo]

Nobody has ever said "i'll be giving it an acetone vapour bath" so energetically. Hats off sir.

[@Abdega]

Here’s what I love about your channel: Your projects are technically impressive and *tastefully* impressive!

[@skorpioflo]

Apart from your amazing inventions, you've got a really good taste for colour grading and visuals, I love your work! ;)

[@ekummel]

I too love to read a book by the light of a dim bulb with a compass half closed sitting on the desk next to it!

[@samkurtz7540]

in the dark, shadowy corner, hunched over on my stool

[@ColinAverill]

@@samkurtz7540 I thought he looked like he was on the toilet.

[@paulh2486]

and listening to my favourite mono recordings at very low levels.

[@brickman409]

This man is truly an artist. Every little detail is handled so beautifully.

[@dasmeisterlein]

Imagining making two of these and a Sub with a gigant vase :D for a 2.1 system.. nice lamps and good audio.. would be fun!

[@marvin2678]

www.amazon.com/Harman-Kardon-Soundsticks-III-Multimedia/dp/B0042F3K9W/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1549482541&sr=8-3&keywords=glass+speaker

[@IceCornelius]

@@marvin2678 i have them , and they sounds great

[@MrGreenAKAguci00]

Dude, you've come a long way with your speakers. I truly appreciate how you are displaying the audio quality. Hope to see further progress on that.

[@Chrissy4605]

I love how you add elegance to your builds than most.

[@seanmohamad5701]

i just love vintage effects so calm and cosy ambient

[@EveryDadDIY]

Love your videos, the way you explain stuff just makes sense. Great project by the way

[@evertchin]

Amazing video as always but i think "filament" could be slightly twisted into double helix shape making it far more interesting to look at.

[@FDroid01]

Sounds cool, dude, do it!

[@MuhsinunChowdhury]

This dude's smile is contagious af and his happiness and smile is literally just so genuine and pure 😂

[@10THPROPHET]

This video is amazing. But whats even better is mr. Perk's voice, being that it is nice and calm, relaxed, methodical and therapeutic. He isnt rushing to get anywhere, just going at a gentle pace for you understand. Highest quality videos from this guy.

[@captainfallsalotatppic2508]

Wow, if you hadn't told me otherwise, I would never have guessed that was a drinking glass. Thank you for your time and sharing. This just might be my speakers for my XM radio. I just got the siriusxm tour receiver and that thing is freaking awesome!

[@karinac4245]

Your creativity and imagination strike me each time I watch your new video! This looks amazing

[@uco527]

It's a copy of the Sony lspx-s1

[@tomlynn1000]

More attractive than that sterile piece of ....@@uco527

[@txtpeer5179]

You look like a teacher so much . Teaching stuff to people fit you very well .

[@alexvdvelde]

dear Matt. your projects not only work very well but always look fantastic. beautiful design that fits in every home. good job.

[@eliask6180]

nice to come home from work and get to see a new DIY Perks video :)

[@sanguinegaze]

This is brilliant. I love what you do. Thanks for getting on Patreon so I can stop sponging off your free videos! ;)

[@geniusrks]

your work is so neat and clean love to see your work for an hour without blinking my eyes.

[@STNG17-]

That wiring is so genius Matt. Will try this, thank you!

[@carlom6637]

I really loved this project. It looks amazing. I was wondering if a similar project would work refurbishong an old oil lamp... I mean... keeping the looks but acting as a speaker.

[@radiocaf]

"This is how you make this stunning Bluetooth speaker, first you'll need a 3D printer..." Well, looks like I'm not making this project then... 😅

[@alexanderharaldh4831]

Not to hard to get your hands on if you have time to spend

[@FunBoysGaming]

@@alexanderharaldh4831 $$$ tho

[@MegaDuke1]

Guarantee the design could be molded.

[@taniani884]

He said there were services to apply a model and get the product

[@RagPunker]

Check your local public library. Mine has 3d printers and the cost to print with them is just the cost of material, which isn't much.

[@KKun10]

This is hands down one of your most creative and good-looking project!!

[@coreydufeal2778]

You are a very creative individual. Using the simplest of items to deliver ultimate pleasure and recycling. Love all your ideas and vids.

[@creamofbotulismsoup9900]

Bit of a tip with sketchup, you can drastically increase the number of sides of circle/arc if you scale up the model and scale it back down when you're done. This way you can make a circle with up to a 1000 sides rather than whatever arbitrary limit it uses when you're making smaller models. Also certain functions like 'intersect faces' work more reliably when the model is scaled up. I usually scale my more detailed models up up by 10x.

[@bardenegri21]

Looks amazing, for bonus points make the leds flicker ever so slightly based on the sound, like an old tube amplifier.

[@thijsdebont]

Tubes don't flicker due to what they are amplifying... Just saying.

[@steamsteam6607]

You'd have to put some component monitoring the power draw of the amp to adjust the voltage of the LEDs between the amp an,d the LEDs. Any ideas? Maybe a bit much for some flicker. Maybe it's easier to put a component with microphone that modifies voltage according to the level it picks up. Someone suggest an (easy, sensible) solution.

[@NuncNuncNuncNunc]

Your eyes might object.

[@stevemitchell2252]

Tubes with high plate voltages will flicker when they are driven hard

[@aryangandhi3311]

This was honestly amazing. The aesthetics were on point and I guess this product has a lot of market potential !

[@PabloDiabloable]

Who knew Theon Greyjoy was such a smart cookie! This channel is amazing, and done so well!

[@mundo_electronica]

Really really nice, it's a really cool project, great job man!

[@KingMinhvuong]

really nice project

[@binarycrowd2948]

The exact reason why i subscribed. Keep up the good work!

[@RimWulf]

The sound is amazing.

[@peterschmid1612]

I love these videos. Your concrete speaker inspired me to do a wooden speaker of my own, and now I have inspiration for my next project!

[@kartaloktay]

That's the kind of content I love, keep it going :)

[@Deadpool-ODST]

I really like how you grasp the idea of Home DIY, high tech Computers, and Art all into one. Really cool!

[@kmcrafting4837]

Love the gnat crawling on the speaker.

[@VoltageGuy2000]

Wow, now that is a real piece of art. Not just a speaker!

[@skakpedersen]

Matt, you are a genius! I love your projects. Did you ever consider letting some of your products into production?

[@Exploited89]

Great job! The only missing thing is a switch to turn it on and off

[@MrDuaneholt]

ideaing.com/ideas/best-smart-light-switches-plugs

[@MrDuaneholt]

www.aliexpress.com/item/LIXF-DC-Motor-Speed-Control-Driver-Board-3V-35V-5A-PWM-Controller-Stepless-DC-3V-6V/32844914858.html there is an option to use a 3v to 15v range, and I would rip off the switch and 3d print a new one that matches the design.

[@MrDuaneholt]

i found your dimmer

[@MrDuaneholt]

you need to wire it inline (series) with the LEDs not replace any components of the current circuit.

[@thegenerousdegenerate9395]

Master volume?

[@ColinJWiens]

Insane care and build quality

[@lukeybaby45]

You really do build the most wonderful things, thank you for sharing them!

[@electronicsNmore]

Always cool creations. :-)

[@KingMinhvuong]

very cool video

[@nicktohzyu]

you could add a potentiometer on the outside to have adjustable brightness (by adjusting the voltage of the dc converter)

[@kenjsr1]

Most excellent..... I want 2.... for my desk. Two speakers that don't look like speakers, but light my desk. Brilliant !!!!! 🤩

[@xclusive2b]

So many things learned from this short video! Love your inspiration and attention to detail you give! Well done

[@ChunkySteveo]

0:30 - you waiting for some toilet paper?! hahah! Great little project, and a brilliant idea!

[@tomlynn1000]

I'm imagining this encased in a faux lantern with a wider base to prevent tip-over. Nice, simple build. I love it.

[@auroraa4210]

So thank you for this. Adding a rechargeable power source makes this the perfect camp light.

[@Theexplorographer]

Also, when drilling abs, pla, etc, use a stepper bit for a cleaner hole.

[@KingMinhvuong]

Like

[@ChadeGB]

If there is ever a nuclear apocalypse and I find myself wandering around a Fallout-esque wasteland, I'm coming to find you.

[@samscreativefarm]

Your a good bloke, there are far too few gentlemen these days that have your intellegence and vigor. Keep it up.

[@christianmoffat4962]

Everything you make is beautiful. Love it!

[@ChickenMcNublets]

"This is very cheap and easy to make" *gets excited* "This is going to be 3D printed" F....

[@vociferonheraldofthewinter2284]

So follow the instructions and find a service to make it for you at an affordable price...

[@nonamemike7149]

For those who now you can pretty much go from YOUR SOLIDWORKS WORK to a 3D program for your/a 3d printer you can kill ChickenMcNublets later. Run Ch......ets your vpn that has be loging everthing is not as good as you thought. SORRY. but not really. hell fire is a bitch++++

[@xxpatrick204xx]

My local library does 3d printing for the cost of the plastic. Visit your local library today.

[@OhSoTiredMan]

@@xxpatrick204xx What? My local library has gaming computers and a game room with Xbox, Playstation, and Switch. Luckily my local library knows me very well so they will likely listen to my recommendation

[@salllmanjohn20]

My library has homeless people....

[@TheNevermind007]

Well done Matt, great build as always. I can't wait to see how many "makers" copy this one in the next few months :)

[@benfreudberg4330]

Unfortunately, Sony already copied him... in 2016. It is a very nice build though, I may copy it at some point too... www.consumerreports.org/wireless-speakers/where-the-sony-glass-sound-speaker-goes-wrong/

[@TaurusRonnie]

This is not only informative, but extremely relaxing as well. You’ve got that Blue Peter voice.

[@popsplace]

Awesome job, love both technologies combined sight and sound.

[@dodoslavn]

this guy not only looks like McGyver, he is ! :-)

[@marcwolf60]

If one hooked a mosfet from the speaker side and used it to like the leds. The way the leds would flicker with the sound

[@bartender_billy6229]

I love these builds so much

[@Jager-er4vc]

What a BEAUTIFUL build! You’re videos are the gold standard for DIY projects. Outstanding, clear and detailed instructions with fantastic production value! Keep up the amazing work! 👍🏼You have a new subscriber!👍🏼

[@TheMultiMaker]

Did anyone else spot the tiny little insect on the speaker?? Although Nice Idea!!!!

[@ANIXElectronics]

Yes.

[@rohantolani4065]

Where?

[@TheMultiMaker]

Rohan Tolani 4:25 left side... Tinyyyyy

[@spuds6423]

That's called "Bug Music"! :)

[@spuds6423]

Google "The Wayouts"... Flintstones reference

[@graphixkillzzz]

and for the next project, make the light flicker in time with the beat of the song 🤔😎👍

[@cherrylchisholm2136]

Then you have a annoying noisy fuckn bedside lamp that pisses you off

[@mac11380]

Just don't listen to music with your epileptic friends.....lol

[@rubysky5359]

and make it RGB lights while you're at it too lmfaooo

[@chrisbloodworth72]

Amazingly instructional video. Thank you. And your speaking voice is very soothing.

[@ansgarkoehler]

I feel such sympathy for you and your projects! Keep on building, its so awesome!!

[@jamesjennings115]

Hi , the link for the 3d parts isnt working 😭

[@Extrone]

What about syncing the LEDs with the music 🎶

[@bigjoeangel]

Yeah, a different project though, and with multiple colour changing RGB LEDS. This could be an idea for another portable boombox, this time maybe a 2.1 speaker system so it has a decent sub.

[@Thect]

Don't get too far, or the big companies will turn it into a gaming product because of the RGB

[@mtto971]

Yeah, some gentle effect, like a breath

[@josasp]

Thought about this, it would probably be possible to isolate the sound output with a few components and affect the voltage regulator for the LEDs a bit. Add a small capacitor to the LEDs and it would probably flicker smoothly to the bass of the sound.

[@popanda3652]

@@josasp that would require more components that would take up more space, affecting the general feel of this one. Maybe a more modern design would allow for all of the things you need without ruining the apeal

[@richardwilliamjohnson8566]

Probably the best diy channel on youtube- very original, excellent idea, amazing quality video as well. Props to you!

[@Boingam]

I don't know why but your diys are so satisfying to watch.

[@andygandy123]

You invent stuff for the year 2045 but your hair is stuck in 1982. Great vid though!

[@Franksey180]

The video and the 82' hair are great. Keep going :)

[@DemetriusCoutinho]

its the MacGyver look. quite apropriate.

[@DanielBulyovcsity]

He's looking more and more like Garfield's owner, Jon.

[@lyes6033]

hey , i only liked the vid because of the hair , don't be mocking that hairstyle

[@michaelmontgomery4748]

Face of 15 year old hair of a 45 year old

[@VivekSivaraman]

Gud build .... Please consider making a video for indoor 5.1 surround sound system which is wireless. Only power input for the satellite speakers.

[@rasppidude]

Actually, yeah! I'd love to see that.

[@PhantomStella]

I love the design of this speaker!

[@ohkayeee2174]

This is really impressive. I hope to find someone knowledgeable to assist me in making this project since I'm a non-techie person.

[@DIYPerks]

#hype :)

[@mossy1259]

DIY Perks As I live in the UK too, is there any chance you could tell me which shop the glass came from? Great video though it looks amazing!

[@JustJackOnYoutube]

hair hype

[@NorthernScrub]

@Mossy125 Wilko's or Asda: www.wilko.com/en-uk/wilko-teardrop-hi-ball-tumbler-4pk/p/0427866 direct.asda.com/Hiball-Glass---Set-of-8/BUNGLHG8,default,pd.html Kinda expensive ones from Sainsbury's Habitat: www.habitat.co.uk/michelangelo-set-of-6-clear-highball-glasses-44cl-25486

[@DIYPerks]

Morrisons! Though I've seen them all over the place to be honest.

[@enlightendbel]

Why do you need to print them in 3 pieces when the first thing you do is glue the pieces together?

[@kingbaba2667]

When i saw you hair i directly jump to the description to check the uploading date

[@psycholocke4090]

very very cool idea to make modern stuff with a vintage look.

[@iriesito5382]

I love the idea of making a sounding speaker with a nice vintage touched. make more of this category. love it from Philippines.

[@alpacastudio7189]

Seguramente nunca lo construiré, pero me encanta ver tus proyectos xD

[@ulrichmeintjes8838]

"What do you think this is?" Jokes on you, I read the title.

[@MCNPROD]

You are frankly a genius !! Never quit on your dreams !

[@Nirabulator]

You are too clever for words! Well done!

[@lizardsweets]

Instead of 3D printed plastic, is wood a viable option for this?

[@lizardsweets]

@David Hanson Thank you for the response

[@mariawhite7337]

Perks: This is so easy to do! Me: Yeah, after I take a class on electronic engineering! AND have a 3-printer!

[@Mig2133]

As always man, awesome projects you are making. You are a real DIY person. We love watching your projects keep it coming. Have an awesome day.

[@alexyegon2381]

This is the coolest video ever. Those LED tubes are amazing.

[@KX36]

0:30 OMFG!!! wait, no nevermind... thought you were doing something else sitting there.

[@hannahvaverka9279]

If anyone needs a 3D printer hit up your local community college, mine has one and you can use it for free

[@reysun9935]

Cool! I didn't know that. Thanks

[@reysun9935]

Bummer Wuhan virus has us on lockdown. We go to college online now. Perfect

[@bladyops9900]

Rey Sun I believe there are some companies online you can pay them and they’ll ship it to you

[@SuperZaloga]

I live in central Europe men, we don't even have a toilet paper in colleges.

[@490o]

@@bladyops9900 They're quite expensive though. Even for just the smallest pieces you have to pay $30 or more.

[@northshorepx]

That is beautiful! Thanks for the ideas Matt!

[@VeryLazyAngel]

Creative minds like yours are beautiful. Keep up the good work!

[@AliYassinToma]

That bug on the speaker tho

[@potatonetwork5174]

I saw that too lol

[@spookje111]

When i saw that i was thinking the speaker came with free bugs

[@NorbertM98]

Had to scroll way too far for this :D

[@albertpolak786]

Fusion 360. Just a tip.

[@ilpatongi]

Honestly they're both shit.

[@albertpolak786]

What do you use?

[@ilpatongi]

I use sketchup.

[@timitimit]

So you use shit ?

[@Tomvandorland]

Use SOLIDWORKS

[@bedroomworkshop2581]

very cool project! I love what you did with the LEDs

[@1973shaner]

Awesome Project Matt - One of the best so far. Thanks for sharing this this great little design.

[@ZaberAnsaryOfficial]

Doc Brown in his Prime?

[@accutus]

Zaber Ansary i wonder how to make this wig..

[@aisukurimu9341]

After saying "3D Print" I stopped believing it's cheap to make. 😂

[@RagPunker]

My local public library has a 3d printer and the cost to print is just the cost of material, which isn't much.

[@mac11380]

@@RagPunker This is good info, I never would have though to go to a library for this.

[@user-rs2gv4vk1g]

@ im sorry it made sense until you somehow turned it into classism

@@user-rs2gv4vk1g If I ever get a 3D printer, I'll print a comeback ;) until then thank you for your positive attitude and positive suggestion.

[@MerleCox]

I don't know who could not like this! Very cool!

[@LarryParamedic1]

Wow, I would love to try this project!!