DIY Portable Bluetooth + WiFi Speaker Build

Free build plans, wiring diagram and in depth build tutorial available on my Instructable! 👇
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Parts:
✅ Up2Stream Bluetooth 5.0 / WiFi Module - geni.us/gWZUXY
YDA138-E Amplifier - bit.ly/3XigYuu / geni.us/6HIF
3 Inch woofers (8 Ohm)- tinyurl.com/yc... / ebay.us/ULUWl6
1.5 Inch tweeters (8 Ohm) - bit.ly/3k7UCh0
75mm passive radiator (3 pcs) - tinyurl.com/mw... / geni.us/tIHrAU
2 way crossovers (2 pcs) - bit.ly/3ZuL7Ja / ebay.us/r2YW06
12V Latching LED switch - bit.ly/3XcIgCs / geni.us/4pbi1
18650 Batteries (3 pcs) - bit.ly/3J3KCNl / geni.us/LqDK
3S Battery level indicator - bit.ly/3X7TZCv / geni.us/JCbJ
3S BMS board - tinyurl.com/5n... / geni.us/E30JaSC
12.6V 1A Charger - bit.ly/3X0263S / geni.us/Si0zNc
Kapton tape - bit.ly/3VOhzUj / geni.us/VOVm
Step down converter - bit.ly/3eSKu9t / geni.us/PcR1Je4
B0505S-2W isolated 5V converter - bit.ly/3nefFLb
Ground loop isolator - bit.ly/3itRls1 / geni.us/WgWCwE
DC input jack - tinyurl.com/yu... / geni.us/Hbs3uD
Blue, Green and Red 2mm LEDs - bit.ly/3k7gU2B
Amplifier knob - tinyurl.com/mp... / geni.us/feIH0
M2.6X12 screws - bit.ly/3CvFPmO
Foam gasket tape - bit.ly/3hXlrnu
Brass standoffs - tinyurl.com/3n... / geni.us/bvNG
Rubber feet - bit.ly/3IjqU2z / geni.us/E2PU4
MDF sealer - geni.us/9YyKv
Tools:
TS101 soldering iron - bit.ly/3HUzrI9 / geni.us/owyDm5G
Multimeter - bit.ly/3vS2aKG / geni.us/UmrhyYk
Cordless drill - bit.ly/4bZg5PN / geni.us/A5AZi
Hot glue gun - bit.ly/43nyFNx / geni.us/1dwxqIM
Drill bit set - bit.ly/3S3i6zC / geni.us/ktAK1M
Hole saw set - bit.ly/3YZU8tg / geni.us/hONP
Center punch - bit.ly/3xslc8u / geni.us/o5WBEwB
Wire stripper - bit.ly/3T1pVrO / geni.us/6epIs
Step drill bits - bit.ly/3Pe3fU6 / geni.us/xYRx7J
Jig saw - bit.ly/3uWmric / geni.us/D8GC
Orbital sander - bit.ly/3HBOC8O / geni.us/gHqu0W
Wood router - bit.ly/3I7Aplm / geni.us/6okRl
Router circle jig - bit.ly/3P5B75e / geni.us/JvCvO
Flush trim bit - bit.ly/43ggzfH / geni.us/bZRVci5
Forstner bits - bit.ly/35snpjW / geni.us/F6it
Helping hand - bit.ly/3B9mIgt / geni.us/Yyqyte
You can find the full parts and tools list on my Instructables above ☝️
Hi everyone!👋
Thank you for checking out this portable Bluetooth + WiFi speaker build I have come up with. As always I will have the laser-cut plans, the wiring diagram and the whole parts and tools list on my Instructables page. Make sure you check my Instructable page too for more details. Let's get started!
For this speaker I decided to try implementing not only Bluetooth 5.0 but also a WiFi module. Here I am using the Up2Stream WiFi module which is super easy to use and delivers great sound quality at a reasonable price. There is also an Aux input which when plugged in automatically disables the Bluetooth or WiFi input letting us make a simpler and cleaner looking speaker with less buttons and switches which is always pleasing to get rid of.
For the amplifier I chose one of my favorite Class D amplifiers - the Yamaha YDA138-E. It delivers plenty of power in to the drivers with plenty of bass and clear highs. One of the best features of this amplifier is that there is absolutely no audible noise being projected when the speaker is not playing. I have tried many Class D amplifier and I can truly say that this one is top of the range in it's price point.
I have to say - I am happy the way this speaker has turned out. My apologies for the crappy sound test on the video but you will have to take my word for it - not only does it look decent but it sounds good too! I did make a few flaws here and there when building the speaker but hey - at least I learned something! Thank you so much for checking this project out, I hope I inspired you to build a speaker of your own. And if you are still hesitating - do it! It is super rewarding and the knowledge you get by making it is priceless. Not to mention the fun!
Thank you once again for tuning in to this project of mine and I will see you on the next one!
- Donny
Music:
Daäna - Little Animals (Trilingo Remix)
Capyac - Movement Swallows Us

[@rickymilan3774]

Welding skids kicking ass with these Electronics

[@FrankenShop]

Definitely one of the better DIY bluetooth speaker builds I've seen on KZbin. Nicely done!

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you! Means a lot to me.

[@frankhofer1664]

First of all: well done! It's an incredible work and you have inspired me to do it in a similar way. One thing I have to mention is, that the uo2stream-module doesn't work with the isolated converter (the wifi module wasn't found in the hotspot register of my smart phone until I soldered it directly to the step down converter. Similar experiences I had to learn to know a few months ago when I built not a combined BT/wifi-box but only a wifi-box!). To prevent ground noise using the bluetooth module this one had to be soldered to the isolated converter once again. The second I found out was that the sound of the up2stream- module was very very scratchy and of low volume until I soldered the output signal not to the bluetooth module but directly to the amplifier. Now it works perfectly and I want to thank you for your youtube work. Otherwise I never would have dared to do works like that!!! Greets from Germany, Frank

[@rj27588]

Hey Donny, Still waiting on the build plans and wiring diagram. Amazing build, and you are one of the few who actually shows how to wire everything up! A++ Well Done...

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you Richard! I highly appreciate your comment. I have just finished with the wiring diagram and will be going for the build plans. I will have all of that included in my Instructables post tomorrow!

[@rj27588]

You Rock! TY @@DonnyTerek

[@nischithrao7148]

I love building myself rather than buying it, diy helps to add your fav things one thing that you can't buy and this video is the proof, i love it, doing all neatly was so satisfying . Hats off mann

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you a lot! Well said.

[@ricardodelatejera]

BOY, YOU ARE TALENTED!!! You should go ahead and make your own brand of speakers!!!

[@DonnyTerek]

Haha, thank you so much! I wish one day I will!

[@truthseeker2171]

After 4 years of Engineering and some people still don't even know how to solder. Yet, this guy does it like it's nothing.

[@alanasmusichd7482]

I love your woodwork. 👍

[@DonnyTerek]

As always, thank you!

[@Baalielieseee]

13:18 so smooth!! Really nice build!! Would love to hear it in person.

[@098cpt]

I saw tons of video about bt speaker diy, but finally one with a BMS how to !!!!! A year and half ago I did mine and I lve searched hours to do a proper battery pack, i found the info on a forum. A guy were posting the same question on many forums, and one forums said how to do it with a schematic. You should edit your title to add the info about the diy battery pack

[@DonnyTerek]

Haha, it took a while myself to figure out the proper way to make a battery pack 😄 Thanks for watching!

[@simonschippers2426]

You should consider using a different amplifier which works with battery voltage and doesnt need a step down converter. I would recommend a tpa3116 board.

[@michalmichalsk]

add some small weight to back side of passive radiators for deeper bass.

[@crystalphillips7360]

where?

[@juststuff5216]

Good choice of music!

[@XmoonX_]

Wow very nice Bluetooth speaker 👍👍👍👍

[@stanislawi.4610]

Extremely quality of construction

[@micorivera1471]

L

[@Jeanpierredlt]

This speaker more functional with a touch screen with Android system to listen to Internet radio applications such as Spotify without depending all the time the cell phone or tablet

[@yancybaluyot5597]

Professionally finished

[@angelodagnolo984]

The attention to detail is amazing. Nice job!

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you so much!

[@CristianoGentile]

Only one word... Amazing!!! Good job! I wait for the list of components and the wiring diagram with impatience. Thanks from Italy.

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you so much! I will have the build plans and component list placed tomorrow.

[@joshuaquilaton8746]

Cristiano Gentile m. , Be so .

[@mackyusotayo2903]

Best portable bluetooth speaker assembly in youtube...astig kaayo

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!!

[@mzainalarifs]

it cud be one of the best diy speakers

[@RobertOcarina]

MOST beautiful DIY Bluetooth Speaker I have ever seen ! Wonderful Work !

[@puglio]

Just....wow...I have no words... Just....WOW

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@151mcx]

pro job! But, may I add a few suggestions? 1) instead of x-overs use seperate amps, 2 or 3 of them for bass and highs. Run everything off the battery with and isolator to charge, eliminate the ground loop.

[@user-xr9mg7ej5l]

I just like how you put little from yourself in every speker.. like this wooden button ... that was amazing i like you'r speakers and i loud love to have one peace of art one day Lolz. Good work with every little detail in there.. just keep it up man

[@DonnyTerek]

Haha, thank you so much! I really appreciate that.

[@dennismikha7541]

Thanks for not putting any dumb standard music for the background.

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you for the support! 😄

[@dennismikha7541]

@@DonnyTerek what mode for crossovers is used? they have some switches, not sure how to..

[@aljonacacio8279]

Wow! You are so great in making wireless speaker! I really like the sound quality the speaker you've made. The bass is loud and clear and the highs and mids are also clear.

[@soundbuzzertechnology3378]

Nice design ,

[@byNOHITS]

I have few improvements: 1) DC converters stepdown + isolated (position 15 + 16) , could be replaced with isolated DC-DC converter 12/5V only (it have input voltage tolerance 10-14V) 2) Volume potentiometer should have shielded wires, primarly in cases when legth exceeds 5cm (0,016ft) 3) Crossovers - do not use electrolytic capacitors (all types) - distortions and decreasing capacity, Use foil MKP or MKT type. Do not use Coil on ferrite - use air coil. Correctly crossover should be calculated for specific speakers - universal board do more mess than bless ;-) 4) For charging bateries Li-Ion protection board should be here for current and voltage control. Balanceur is not enough - there is risk of explosion. 5) on YDA138 module (end amplifier) change input electrolytic capacitors for MKP/MKT foil - you'll get cleaner high frequencies + will ged rid of same problems like in part 3 6) I don't understand power wires on jack connector (position 13) If you will try this improvements in next piece of this interesting box, you will be surprised. ;-)

[@tatouland5052]

6) I do not understand the power wires on the jack connector (position 13) it is to cut off the power of the wifi or bluetooth card when connecting a source with a cable jack

[@dialnweb]

very fine work

[@RicardoTBS]

If I were a carpenter I would already be selling thousands of these on Amazon XD. I find your videos very relaxing and therapeutic! this whole project is very expensive. like $ 300.

[@DonnyTerek]

Haha, thank you!

[@revenant7605]

great. oldskool...

[@sniperpronerfmods9811]

As much as I want to dis other peoplw portable speaker I can't do so for this one, this is really good the only way to get better is go full custom and exponentially on price, I like how you put a ton of info in the description and all the links, see ya later bro

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@neironasgautamas654]

This is most perfect one

[@tim47_]

Donny Terek Dear friend, I watched a lot of videos on the assembly of portable speakers on KZbin, and I am happy to say that this is one of the highest quality and most! neat build i saw p.s. I translate text from Russian with google translate

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you so much! That truly means a lot to me. Respect!

[@rommelmabagos3773]

I like that i hope someday i have that ome nice viewing to your diy...tnls

[@arvindaable]

Very best of all best.

[@stefanaleksandrov1684]

Very nice job i really like how you made this speaker

[@olijomusic2481]

Cool speaker and cool video. I really enjoyed watching you make the parts.

[@DonnyTerek]

I appreciate that!

[@ignatievmaksym6504]

Excellent job! Extremelly acurate and balanced speaker!

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@dannalboon]

Great build mate! The extra work you put into getting the nice painted finish to accompany the laser cutout front really sets this above many others. Very nice! :-D

[@strugglingparodox5709]

Damn,,, that finish looks sweet.

[@electronicshelpcare]

Woow!!! Nice bass,

[@user-bh3bi4zg4h]

,รั

[@LeonidTech]

no

[@freddis_____]

Красавец,респектос,красиво зделал,молоца,так держать,руки из правильного места

[@jamesjones2336]

Any videos of how you wired the speakers together?

[@kennmossman8701]

The Crossover Frequency: 3800Hz which is very high. Did you check it against the speakers?

[@kennmossman8701]

"Bass" speaker specsl Impedance: 4ohm Frequency range: 60HZ-20KHZ so it is not 6 ohms? The frequency range is absurd - did you measure the frequency response? No need for a tweeter if the stated frequency is true. The ebay ad states: Brand: Unbranded/Generic so I think it is just junk from China

[@kennmossman8701]

De-soldering is best done with a solder pump or braid....................

[@TheSaboteur99]

Jesus Kenn, you rly at it

[@freddyvelasquez4168]

Another fine build.

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@klibklim49]

Very. Very. Good

[@ismaelfernandezlozano4146]

Sorry for my English. I want to build a stereo sound bar, I will not use some of the boards of this project, wifi, batteries, bms... 1 would this amplifier work for me? 2 to make it stereo, wouldn't I have to solder the resistors to the bluetooth board? 3 I would have to make divisions between the speakers? so that it would be heard in stereo thank you very much and congratulations for your videos

[@DonnyTerek]

Hi! My apologies for a late reply. Yes, this amplifier would work just fine for a soundbar. No resistors are necessary to play stereo. Yes, divisions or separated enclosures are necessary to have audible stereo separation. Hope this helps and best luck on your build.

[@KelvinTan133]

How does the WiFi work. Does it show up in cast. Spotify, KZbin?

[@michaelbradley7529]

Nicely done.

[@63italic]

Hi...do you have a link for the laser cutter? Thanks

[@dougsholly9323]

Having a laser CNC machine precludes this project from being DIY. Nice enclosure though.

[@TechReview2000]

THAT IS REALLY GOOD!

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@TechReview2000]

@@DonnyTerek, the best on youtube!

[@rosskilpatrick934]

Donny could you please let me know the dimensions of the box? Thanks for the great video.

[@johnjebon2030]

You are skillful.

[@ytuser419]

Amazing episode of: i wish i had the tools

[@djamsdjams9494]

très belle réalisation, bravo a vous.

[@gunjeetsingh9035]

Sir .i want to ask..if got amplifier module with usb port..will it work with car bluetooth?

[@kmaang]

que belleza de trabajo, mil felicitaciones

[@TaylorSoloaiJR]

I wish I had all the tools to make these

[@kennmossman8701]

shielded wire is better for the remote pot

[@himanshudj]

perfect love finishing

[@JuanManuel123ify]

Impresionante trabajo compañero....toda una obra de arte digna de un maravilloso artista...enhorabuena compañero.......

[@DonnyTerek]

Sir, I am not even sure in what language you are speaking but from my lips the comment sounds wonderful. Thank you for the support and kind words!

[@besgrom3]

КРУТО ПОЛУЧИЛОСЬ,СУПЕР, ЛАЙК.............

[@David-rr6sf]

Totally amazing, really impressive. Well done fella.

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you so much!

[@cs.b.9857]

Congrat, very nice project.

[@Freedom89984]

The best speaker is DIY! Great job, JBL eat your heart out 😄

[@DonnyTerek]

Love it! 😄 That's the way to think of DIY!

[@rj27588]

Do you have a CNC Laser cutting machine or did you have those cuts and engravings outsourced?

[@DonnyTerek]

Definitely outsourced, there are dozens of local laser cutting companies around my place so it is just a matter of making a set of plans for the laser cutter.

[@baorozzo]

Nice, but probably by making smoother also the inside, it could have sound even better...

[@mickdu5926]

tout est niquel sauf le bouton de volume que je n'aime pas du tout, plus petit ou legèrement encastré ou avec des Switch ça aurait été plus sympa

[@Gerwazy2137]

Nice clean build , good job!

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@I_ern]

Сколько смотрю видосы, все пассивки ставят а корпуса дырявые. Отдача на басах будет лучше если корпус герметичный будет. Хоть 10 пассивок воткни, толку то. Я согласен что корпус сложнее получится. Ну может смысла больше было бы, тем более при наличии разнообразного инструмента, можно было и заморочится на более прочный корпус... Мысли в слух. Ха, всё-таки он поставил dcdc преобразователь перед блюпупом( тоже видимо заэбывает шум) =)))

[@4funksakes]

Amazeballs Tight!

[@mohammedyusuf6573]

You're an artist !

[@DonnyTerek]

Haha, thanks!

[@kennmossman8701]

Can ANY jig saw blade be used?

[@ArdiNugrohocilacap]

Great design Wowww

[@itsrahulsonii]

12:38 Why stereo is changed to mono???

[@DonnyTerek]

Since there is no separation between the woofers, a stereo signal would not work that great in such enclosure. Therefore it is needed to convert the stereo signal to mono. After all, stereo is not that noticeable from a speaker of this size.

[@I-come-from-the-Future]

No way to set just the wooders to mono? Great work anyway!

[@keitheaston1437]

because its for the low freq speaker(s)you moron

[@strugglingparodox5709]

Keith Easton , actually, it's for the signal to the amp, it effects woofer's and tweeters, being that they're a 2 way setup. And, I'm not even going to call you a moron, you dipshit.

[@frankhofer1664]

Hey Donny, there is a capacitor soldered at the Bluetooth module. Where exactly is the position to solder it correctly? And another question: which one is the positive pole position and the negative pole position for elongated LED of the WiFi module? Greets from Germany, Frank

[@mackyusotayo2903]

Effort for description , thumbs up , New subscriber here, free speaker please hehehe 😁😁😁✌✌✌

[@DonnyTerek]

Thanks for the sub!

[@juanaparicio3377]

Que es muy sorprendete como ser ul atabos

[@angelgaming7654]

Make karna ka bad speker ka kya karta ho

[@kennmossman8701]

Which speaker parameters determined the size and shape of the box?

[@lesrogers7310]

Very nice, I love it!

[@DonnyTerek]

Thanks!

[@audioknein1175]

very nice work, with which laser did you do that?

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you! A local laser cutting company helped me out so I'm not sure which laser they were using.

[@maindrivecycle]

Outstanding work as usual! I always look forward to your videos.

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you so much! Will keep them coming 😄

[@qeelevators2960]

Only audio enthusiasts would know you need treble and you added tweeter also nice work

[@josearaya274]

hermoso trabajo

[@vulcano911]

Does anyone know how much money it costs to build this speaker?

[@aayushsharma6233]

Amazing craft

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@simonschmid7679]

Hello, nice work thanks for the video and information. Where did you put the ground loop isolator between amplifiers and speakers ?

[@pjrios5171]

Hey, have you ever thought of making a portable 2.1 system?? Also have you ever thought of selling any of your works?

[@DonnyTerek]

Hi! I am actually gathering the parts for a portable 2.1 system! If there is plenty interest, I may sell my works!

[@pjrios5171]

@@DonnyTerek i've liked your designs soo far I would love to see how would you make a 2.1 Btw 2.1 mini amps are more sensible due to the sub channel I recently lost my mini 2.1 amp idk if it was due to low power or because I used a wrong ohm speaker

[@justkillingit6920]

How many watts

[@tolassman8803]

Ты супер крутой самодельщик, видосы классно монтируешь. Можно сделать карманный вариант спикера?

[@khanaris7865]

COOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL BRAW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@dozyproductionss]

What type of woofers and tweeters are you using? The ebay links don't actually give any mention to who builds them or any in depth specs.

[@DonnyTerek]

Hi! Unfortunately these drivers do not have in depth specs or TS parameters.

[@dozyproductionss]

@@DonnyTerek Thanks for the reply! Your work is inspiring me to make one for myself. What you did is a work of beauty :)

[@theguapochannel]

Its awesome... Im just gonna do the buy option, since i cant deal with the process of doing the speakers myself.

[@DonnyTerek]

Thanks! I do agree, it takes a lot of time and patience to make one yourself!

[@rickc2222]

awesome job. I have a bunch of spare drivers that would be ideal for something like this but i dont have the patience/know-how for all those components. Are there amplifier boards that have a lot more features built in, to allow a simpler diy project with much less components?

[@DonnyTerek]

I am sure that there are some amplifiers that require a few less components I just did not look for them to be honest.