Making the Ultimate DIY Headphone Stand (aka Spectrum Dock!)

[@DIYPerks]

*FAQ time!* Okay, so the response on this video has been overwhelmingly positive! :) Thanks guys, you lot really are a great audience. Some channels have a hard time with not-so-positive comments, and that's not the case here, so I really couldn't have asked for better! You guys rock :) Anyway, I'm writing this post to address some questions that seem to be popping up every now and then. Firstly, some have said that this is totally doable by hand, and my claim of it being *'almost impossible'* to do by hand isn't true... and *you're right!* What I should have said was that it would be "almost impossible for *me* to make by hand". Cutting and sanding acrylic is a nightmare, so it needs to be cut almost perfectly or else the sanding stage would take forever, and that's something that I'm not skilled enough to do with hand tools (a jigsaw would melt the acrylic I used so that was out of the question). I salute those of you who can make this by hand! Seriously! The second question that keeps popping up is about why I called it a "DIY" project when it uses a CNC. This I kind of get, because it does stretch most people's idea of what DIY means, but to me, anything I do by myself on my own with no external help is DIY. Let's say I made it with a jigsaw and a belt sander... not everyone owns either of those (fairly expensive) tools. Does that disqualify it from being a DIY project? Of course not. If it did we'd be limited to just using the term for projects that require only a hammer and nails. Lastly, some people think that this video is pointless because it not everyone owns a CNC. I disagree. This project (which I'm quite proud of, btw ;) was very refreshing to make because I could try out something quite professional for once (my others certainly aren't pro). I was aware that very few of you have, or ever plan to have, a CNC, so with that in mind I made this one a *build-log* and not a *how-to* (which is my usual format). I thought you guys would just be interested in the processes involved in a more complex project like this, that's all. :) Anyhoo I hope that answers all remaining questions. Hope you enjoyed the project! I certainly did :) Cheers and God bless! Matt ~ DIY Perks

[@davidbutler1825]

Hi Matt! It's David Butler. Thanks for this great video and the info on my new "drool tool." As I'm sure Inventables was hoping, I did some research on the tool and it is roughly $800 U.S. I never even CONSIDERED a CNC machine because I thought they were thousands of dollars. A large air compressor is roughly $1000. Welders are roughly $1000. Most DIY people wouldn't think of living without certain items that can easily cost $1000. My sister is really a crafty person and we've talked about splitting the cost on a plasma cutter. Believe me, this CNC machine is going on the Christmas list !! I couldn't think of a better project to display its potential than this gorgeous headphone stand, with mixed-media for cutting. Thanks for the hint regarding the trouble with extruded plexiglass! The biggest mystery to me is how you sanded the INSIDE cutout. I'm sure THAT was a lot of work. Thanks again, Sir!

[@DIYPerks]

Thanks David! The inside of the stand wasn't sanded too much, as thankfully the minor size variations are far less noticeable in there than on the outside. I really can't recommend a CNC like this enough - my sister is also into crafts, and she's brimming with ideas for clock designs etc that she can make with it. It may turn out that she uses it more than I do!

[@tpat3277]

+DIY Perks Hello Matt! Cool Video! I like the project a lot. As I have reach to a CNC machine, did you, or can you maybe, provide the CNC files, so one can use them to build the same stand? Kind regards, Timbo

[@XiAwesomeGodziX]

To be honest, the stand just looks awesome just as is, without even using headphones on it lol, nice work mate

[@KeithPeters]

+DIY Perks I already commented on the "impossible" aspect and I have no problem with your revised statement on that. :) As for the DIY aspect, it's a spectrum rather than black and white. Hand tool purists would say using any power tools is cheating. From there you go into some power tools, all power tools, some use of computerized tools like CNCs, laser cutters and 3D printers but still taking part in the design process, to printing someone else's design where you're only pressing the start button, and at the far end of the spectrum, you're just buying something someone else made. You obviously put a lot of thought and work into the design here, so I'd still say it's well within the realm of DIY. But it's all opinion. Haters gonna hate.

[@ExperimentarEnCasa]

Hi dear coworker ;) I am always amazed not only by the originality of your video, but also/mainly by their quality. In my opinion in this respect they are by far the best on KZbin! Keep doing this awesome work!! Best regards from Spain

[@Centuries_of_Nope]

The things I could do with a CNC machine. The things I could do with a 3D printer... The things I could do with money... I need money...

[@DragetaLP]

Be creative and use your brain. What can you create with what you have and would people actually buy it? That's something my teacher taught me. If you want money create something practical and good looking and start selling it for a reasonable price.

[@sethaaron510]

You can also go to a FabLab. Check out the open labs that are close to you, lol

[@paolobaldini735]

@@sethaaron510 thanks

[@asbjrnlavdal1048]

The things i could do with a brain

[@eddtru]

@@asbjrnlavdal1048 Buy my braincells so i can get a cnc machine.

[@apostolis633]

Dude this voice is so relaxing,idk why,probably the mic's doing miracles or it just you

[@GulagExpress1]

+Brendan Tang I wouldnt call British an accent, since its the ordinary english

[@GulagExpress1]

+Brendan Tang I wouldnt call British an accent, since its the ordinary english

[@AhsenJabbar]

watch the end of the video

[@experimentboyTV]

Awesome design and work! I need to get a CNC router now. Thanks for sharing!

[@ciublack]

+Experimentboy Coucou toi :3

[@behemothokun]

+Experimentboy You can do this with a scroll saw or band saw aswell, if a cnc router is a bit expensive.

[@R4GEcraft]

+Experimentboy Ohai ! Blague à part, on a quelques FabLabs en france, c'est surement plus adapté à un usage peu intensif du matériel. En plus t'aura accès à du matos type imprimante et scanner 3D. Bon après comme t'as un endroit aménagé (atelier avec outils, pc et consommables) c'est sur que c'est plus tranquille d'avoir son propre matériel et de ne rien devoir à personne. Keep up your good work.

[@DIYPerks]

+Experimentboy Cheers! :)

[@tylerroycroft4990]

Make a template then take it to the router table😉

[@richardcoleman3930]

I made one of these back in 2016, no CNC, just a band saw, drill press and lots of sanding. Turned out really good, and still use it on my desk today! The only thing I did differently to hold it all together was 1/4-20 helicoils in the front red oak piece, then flush bolts through the back. I really appreciate your videos, they are fun to watch, and learn. People always get a kick out of it when they see it, and I direct them to your channel. Thanks @diyperks!

[@LazerLord10]

Couldn't this be done with a scroll saw and a Dremel tool and a sander? It doesn't seem too hard; Make a template, cut out the pieces, put them together, and sand them all down so they are the same.

[@AwsomeVids83]

that is exactly what i was thinking!

[@BlazingLaser]

I see where you're coming from, but I think it maybe just a bit unfair. DIY Perks got the experience of designing something on the computer and getting the X Carve to make it for him. This is like when you first learn to play the guitar you learn dumb songs like Polly Wolly Doodle, like when you learn to program a computer you do the 'Hello World!' program. Perks will undoubtedly move on to projects that would be nearly impossible to do any other way but CNC. (In fact he already did a PCB!) You gotta crawl before you can walk. This project served excellently to introduce DIY Perks to CNC technology, plus the end product is at least something pretty and useful! (But yeah, it does seem cosmically unfair that he got a free X Carve and I didn't. 8^P )

[@bd_mayhem]

+BlazingLaser My problem is that he goes on and on about how it would be impossible to do without a CNC, which is clearly untrue. Having a CNC might make it faster and easier, especially if you're making more than one of them, but impossible? You could do this with a ton of different power or hand tools.

[@williamhayden7711]

+LazerLord10 Yes and for a fraction the cost and time. This video is a vehicle for pushing product. All too common with the DIY scene on KZbin these days. When using a scroll saw assuming your saws neck size can accommodate it you could pre-finish and glue the layers and cut them all out in one shot saving tons of time. I have no doubt that the X-Carve turned this process into a multi-day effort. The results were very good, but unnecessary.

[@williamhayden7711]

***** Oh I totally agree. By hand would be far more efficient anyway and more satisfying. Don't get me wrong it looks great and proves the technology, but aside from that it's more effort than what it's worth.

[@abrandoncadabrandon6326]

I keep coming back to this video because of how insanely awesome it is. The step-by-step is clear, it's very creative and the sense of ownership that comes with DIY projects can't be beat. Thank you!

[@kemp707]

Your headphone stand is AMAZING! I see a lot of people mentioning this... but I'm serious. You should sell these! I love the wood and acrylic / LED look. I would seriously pay for one.

[@stewart8424]

would not be cost effective.

[@talestomusic]

Really happy. What a lovely opportunity for a youtuber to do things that otherwise they couldn't do without space and a workshop (or the extra money)! CNC routers are great in that manner I guess giving folks (well those that can afford it) that don't have the wood working skills, the ability to create things 3d or 2d with ease in which they had no hope of doing so before. It's great that DIY Perks has gotten this chance to try out and use such expensive equipment courtesy of Inventables. So many people with imagination and unused talent want a chance to do things and I'm glad DIY Perks got the chance. To show an amazing example of what a CNC can do for a KZbinr, one that got that chance to do some woodwork without being a woodworker (man great respect for all those craftsmen/women out there with the skills to work wood). Thank for sharing your project, DIY Perks. I think it's a fine headphone stand. Keep on going!

[@DIYPerks]

*SVG Files* So you guys have requested the source SVG files quite a lot, so I've put them up on Sellfy for those interested: ($7) sellfy.com/p/Wl7S/

[@TheR3dG1rL]

+DIY Perks free maybE?

[@Tinfoilpain]

+DIY Perks Hey there! Just a tip when it comes to machining, try set up some sort of venting & cooling nearby because heat is one of the biggest issues. If you've ever worked with softer metals you end up needing to use liquid coolant simply because it will heat up far too fast.

[@mambojambo5709]

you could use olive oil, boiled linseed oil etc for a nice smooth finish on darker woods.

[@nielsvandenberg2247]

Just made one without a cnc :)

[@talonwash]

where did you get those cute little headphone ear mufs and headphone bad sleeve?

[@MrMousefighter]

this is turning into multiple way entertainment for me, since I realized about 10 videos back, that I was never going to build any of these inventions. But by watching you build them, and making it sound so easy, this channel is now also a source for inner smiles, not to mention inspiration for my own inventions. I have a lot of carpenters and electricians available(Mombasa, Kenya), so all I need to do is put them together with your blueprints.But it's too hot here, so I will do it exactly when everybody else here does anything. Tomorrow. Every day, I will do it tomorrow.

[@mist8k]

Great work as always!

[@DIYPerks]

Thanks Andy! :)

[@dancoulson6579]

Have to admit, the stand looks amazing. The oiled wood gives it a classy look, while the LED glow mixes a twist of modernization. It goes well together I think.

[@DonJohn87_YT]

Aaah! I want a workshop with a CNC router! Someday...!

[@DIYPerks]

Haha, I know the feeling! :P The x-carve was a dream for me too only a few months ago! A workshop still is, but one day... one day.

[@GahMehGrrrr]

+DIY Perks That's a work of art. Awesome!

[@BeninChurchil]

+Dv8 I want it toooo !! Sooo badly !! xD

[@TheVegardH]

You should start mass produce these things! I want one!

[@RabeaAbid]

this is a piece of art not just headphone stand

[@LurifaxDK]

For a DIY channel, I feel that this video leaves out a lot of stuff. Your earlier videos used to have product links in the description and thorough step by step instructions but this one doesn't. You don't show that you change the design from bolts to screws and you don't show how the groove for the LEDs are done. I love your work, but this felt rushed and not one where I thought I could easily replicate it.

[@DIYPerks]

This one was a build log, rather than a how-to. Not everyone owns an x-carve, so it would be a bit silly doing a step by step guide on it, rather than an overview. :)

[@LurifaxDK]

+DIY Perks I see your point and I am really fond of your videos. This video did however even have DIY in the title as well so I was expecting a more detailed build process. :-) That's what you get for making such good detailed videos in the past, your audience expects a "look here, this is exactly how to do it" process. :-) I work at a trade school and I have access to a huge CNC machine and everything else. I'll be making one and I'll post the results if you are interested to see it?

[@DIYPerks]

Oh yes, I'm always interested when people do my projects too, so do post a video about it when you're done. :)

[@LurifaxDK]

+DIY Perks Will do. :-)

[@LurifaxDK]

+DIY Perks Would it be possible to get a copy of the .SVG file so I can feed it into inventor straight away?

[@ScrapwoodCity]

Nice project I Like the combination of acrylic and leds!

[@mrjockey87]

I stumbled upon this via a google search for a ''wooden headphone stand'' and I sat watching this in total awe.. this peice is magnificent to say the least. My God man, I am jealous! EDIT: Subbed of course

[@O8S1S]

I absolutely love the quality of your work, keep up the good work :)

[@DIYPerks]

Thanks :)

[@DIYPerks]

Thanks :)

[@mrdsatumppe256]

Thanks :)

[@Mekhanic1]

yes. love the vids. keep makin!

[@DJPacoRamirez]

Thanks :)

[@swoop8047]

Are you kidding me? Just an .svg file to that CNC and presto? Oh the possibilities... I absolutely love your projects Matt!

[@electronicsNmore]

Beautiful job. I use Inkscape as well. Very good software.

[@thedancingdogs4400]

This video leaves me feeling so satisfied with all the parts ending up seamless. Oh my heart

[@Araanor]

this looks really nice. also You should narate audio books. your voice is really nice to listen to.

[@Bektaoui]

WOW this was really helpful, I had a X-Carve just laying around and I had nothing to do with it til I saw this video. You really are a savior

[@SquirrelFromGradLife]

They have sent that CNC to a lot of KZbinrs, but i guess it must be pretty good marketing.

[@Xenro66]

+SquirrelFromGradLife May be good marketing, but it's risky. They send it to channels who's subscribers like making things by themselves. I for one would rather manually make something than automate it. It just takes the fun and sense of accomplishment out of it.

[@Jamieip]

+Jordan O'C (Xenro66) I get more pleasure out of spending hours programming parts in cad/cam and watching it come to life than I do from building by hand. CNC is not as easy and building by hand

[@Holmesy87]

+Jordan O'C (Xenro66) As someone who loves making things by hand, I thoroughly agree. There's no greater pleasure in life than being able to say "I made this myself, by hand" ^.^

[@williamhayden7711]

+SquirrelFromGradLife I guess. I still haven't bought one.

[@williamhayden7711]

+Jamie Phillips Really? That's not what marketing says or wants you to believe. Nor do I believe it anyway. You assume because you have to draw a vector based shape save it to .svg file format, layout and calibrate your work piece on the table and press "Go" that it's more difficult than using the skill of eye hand coordination and the use of various tools to achieve the same effect? What I can tell you is "made by hand" demands more appreciation (and sale value) than "made by CNC". You can bank on it.

[@LukeLafreniere]

Holy crap man! This is awesome! Keep up the good work! I love your channel :D

[@DIYPerks]

+Luke Lafreniere Hey, thanks for popping by Luke! It's great to hear you like my work :) perhaps you guys over at LTT should consider getting a CNC of some kind at some point. Would be complimentary to your 3D printer! :D I'm personally hoping to make an acrylic PC case at some point (probably mixing it with both aluminium and wood depending on the style I'm after). They're really great fun to use, once they're up and running!

[@LukeLafreniere]

+DIY Perks Yes! I've been doing so much work with the 3D printer and i've been craving a CNC for quite some time! aluminum/wood/acrylic PC case sounds AMAZING! :D Thanks for the reply :D

[@jacknealon9300]

I've started doing up my room recently and am planning to build a pc and I'm so happy I found this channel. It just has the perfect videos to help me

[@JBlNN]

diy.build your own headset stand just have to buy a 5000$ cnc machine

[@zetapsi568]

1400

[@baconstriiper7337]

I have built it ;) it looks good :

[@diegoduque1597]

I used the one from my school lol

[@KyleWoolridgeGrant]

+Diego Lujan, they let you?

[@diegoduque1597]

+Kyle Woolridge Grant yeah! I asked the teacher if he can let me use it for personal use and he said sure. they usually have left over wood so he didn't have a problem with it.

[@loganb2198]

Hearing Matt geek out over his new CNC makes me very happy.

[@xXtuscanator22Xx]

Yeah...DIY is a little bit of an oversimplification for this.

[@amrameen5087]

we still watching your videos till now and I'm really appreciate your efforts for making this kind of videos

[@IIGrayfoxII]

Have you ever thought about making and selling these on ebay?

[@hasnieking]

+IIGrayfoxII Indeed!

[@BloodSprite-tan]

that would be pointless.

[@Jayvisionary]

+Melted Record Visuals & Mixes Yea i would buy a few of these if he'll sell them but im sure he don't want my money though

[@atbglenn]

I built my own headphone stand. As nice as it is, it doesn't hold a candle to yours. You did a great job my friend :)

[@fil8649]

Wow, this is beautiful... Linus needs to see this!

[@MrLehi99]

+Fil T LTT FTW

[@ashtonthomas2991]

Nice to see someone able to use his ingenuity to make nice useful, beautiful items. Also, I liked that you used new technology to accomplished your vision. Keep using your gifts, and continue to share.

[@azioprism3635]

can you please just mass produce these and then massdrop them?

[@aceroo]

+Azio Prism Right I need one of this from massdrop

[@davidmitchell5638]

+Azio Prism how much you are willing to pay? if you are serious enough i can help.

[@lamarrjames9277]

i would like to see this on the market put you know that someone is going to over price it.

[@palerider55]

OK... you're a genius. You just solved a problem I've been thinking about for months, thank you.

[@Bukton5000]

Right here at 3:24. How are the screws or bolts not going through the other side of the headphone stand? Someone help...

[@DIYPerks]

They thread into the front layer from the back.

[@Bukton5000]

+DIY Perks thread? I'm not familiar with that term at all. But does it mean that it drilled in to place?

[@DIYPerks]

Pretty much yeah.

[@Bukton5000]

+DIY Perks Okay. Thank you for clearing that up.

[@caytonwelch5119]

+DIY Perks how much would you charge for one of these that is awesome

[@kevohh10]

This was the best review of the X-carve I have ever seen! I have been on the edge of buying one for quite some time now.... I think I've got enough project ideas to justify it now!

[@5dudelsack5]

Hey Inventables! Send me one too! Thanks.

[@coni3000]

idk how you dont have more than a million subs Matt, your channel clearly deserve them, this is quality content at his finest! 10/10

[@bobblehead991]

What oil did you use here?

[@vivianeb90]

The stand looks better than the headphones now. I'd even just use it decoratively. I love this thing. It has beauty and functionality combined. Looking at the quality of it, you could sell it for lots of money as a real designer product. Subscribed.

[@Xenro66]

Jesus Christ, why do most of the DIY KZbinr have this god damn CNC machine now. I'm starting to get pissed off that everyone is using it too much for their projects, shutting out their viewers who have limited tools. 99% of your viewers won't have this machine. Sure you can use it, who am I to stop you, but I'm just gonna say this: don't rely on it. People subscribed for DIY perks, not automation of production. P.S: How is it almost impossible? If you want something bad enough, you'll find a way to do it; in this case, it's as easy as sandwich the materials, then using a drill to allow the blade of a coping saw through to cut the design out. Then use a round file or rasp to get the final shape.

[@DIYPerks]

I've had quite a few comments saying that most people can't do this one, and that's true - it's a CNC project. Using the CNC to make a project that could have been done without it would have been a bit pointless. That's also why this one is a build-log, not a how-to. I knew that not many of my viewers would be able to built it, so I made an overview video of the processes involved, rather than a detailed step-by-step guide that I usually do. I really was thinking about you guys! :) As for your last note... yes, if you want it badly enough you could probably do it by hand. But I didn't say *almost* impossible for nothing... cutting acrylic is an absolute nightmare with power tools (it melts) so you have to use something like a coping saw, which takes AGES, and is highly inaccurate so you have to make your cut too big so you can sand it down later... which also takes ages and ages (seriously) because it's incredibly difficult to sand down. There's no way you could get the same smooth symmetrical finish by hand. So yes, not quite impossible, but *almost* impossible. :)

[@Xenro66]

DIY Perks Fair play! You're very well spoken, and I can't argue against that xD. Although, if you have a large coping saw like me, you'll rip through even sheet metal haha. But I'll take your word for it, and use it as an excuse to make something to the same quality as a CNC machine haha.

[@mimikyoo]

NOT ALL OF US HAVE ROUTERS MATT

[@mikhailgorbachev3721]

Matt Smillie go to a shop if you have the money or the sketches you can ask to use it. They sometimes let you use them for free when the people aren't using it.

[@Binko1999]

What type of shop are we talking about? Cheers,

[@youngji273]

Binko1999 Maker spaces, machine shops etc

[@Hellsong89]

Also you can make this with basic router using flush cut bit and template. Template you can design on computer, so its symmetrical, print it to paper, glue paper on peace of ply or MDF, cut it out, clamp it to your work peace flush cut and repeat. With acrylic just use slower feed speed and let it melt if needed to, so it wont crack, or you could go to some company with laser cutter to do acrylic parts for you. You need to sand them anyways so its not like accuracy will be a big problem anyways, just saves time. Also you can design your holder so it has place on bottom for the controller and there is slots for the leds in wood.

[@fbiker79]

Hellsong89 you are right, you can also make this with a scroll saw, bandsaw or jigsaw! Of course there would be lots of sanding, but it is not impossible. Cheers!

[@captainfallsalotatppic2508]

Wow! That is all I can trully say about your headphone rack, is just WOW!!! You did an awesome job a the design and the finish of the wood and the lighting of the stand. I'll have to make something like this but not a headphone stand but something decorative with led lighting...

[@Erowens98]

So what is so difficult about making this by hand? A hand held router and template would get pretty much the same accuracy. I see absolutely no issue in making this without a Cnc machine if you have even a little bit of ability. And a good 100-200$ Hand held router is much more accessible to non professionals than a 1000+$ Cnc mill.

[@Erowens98]

Gideon C. Yeah you would do it with those as well, But a router would be the most effective non cnc method.

[@ScottTheSlipper]

I've just found your channel today and can happily say I've enjoyed every video. I love this light... I'm thinking it would make a nice Valentine's day present with a heart shape in the middle and the red LED's.

[@big_yoshi01]

Dude u should sell those i would buy it

[@mauroangst]

Someday i gonna buy a CNC, in the school we have one and it's the best way to combine technology and wood working, two things that I love.

[@vwestlife]

How come British people pronounce "CNC router" correctly, but when it comes to a wireless router, they pronounce it "rooter"?

[@vwestlife]

***** But according to that definition, you only pronounce it "rooter" if physical objects (shipments) are being routed. If it's a network device, it's pronounced "rowter". :-)

[@jamiegalbraith9616]

+vwestlife because thats how its pronounced dipshit

[@mekanism8364]

+Jamie Galbraith no, it's a rouw-tur

[@jamiegalbraith9616]

Milsim Tac no because the English language originated in ENGLAND so OUR pronunciation is correct. Your pronunciation is just an adapted accent which was brought over by English founding fathers

[@mekanism8364]

Jamie Galbraith Even if you are correct, there is no need in calling him a dipshit. We are well aware that you have just learned your first swear words.

[@benjipestell3677]

This video has been out for one day and I've watched it 4 times ; )

[@LoneDeathWolf]

If you're getting sponsored atleast let your viewers/subs know you are being sponsored instead of saying things like ''this particular design would've been almost impossible to make by hand'' as this is fairly easily done with other tools aswell. The X-Carve just makes it easier and less labor intensive. Don't lie to your viewers/subs.

[@DIYPerks]

Please watch the entire video (or at least read the description) before accusing me of lying. I clearly state at the x-carve section that they sent it me for review, and in the description I also make it clear that this is not, in fact, a sponsored video anyway.

[@LoneDeathWolf]

+DIY Perks hmm a fuck up on my part. Still, saying it would be hard to do this without it would be a lie, especially coming from a youtuber who calls his channel DIY Perks. Maybe I do need to view the entire video, but it irked me when you said ''this particular design would've been almost impossible to make by hand'' and this is why I replied with ''Don't lie to your viewers/subs.''. Maybe I should've made it clearer what I meant by that, sorry for that misunderstanding.

[@franklinramosdasilva5140]

Every once in awhile I come back to this channel, and I'm always amazed by the videos, great work Matt!

[@Dyallo1988]

TAKE MY MONEY

[@svendesmet3007]

Awesome! My X-carve is ready to use, materials and bits are coming in... Can't wait to see some more of your work!

[@kippostar]

Mate I always enjoy your videos and look forward to your next project every time, but I feel a have to bring up proper disclosure with you. I really feel that you need to be more upfront about having been given this for free as a review copy. The closest you get verbally is implying it at 5:13. Saying that "X-carve sent this to me" is still to ambiguous in my opinion as even a fraction of wriggleroom is to much. You even hint at having paid for shipping at 5:29, which to the best of my knowledge was not the case with all the other youtubers who was given an X-carve for review. Putting a little note below the fold in the description and only implying that this was a free perk is really not enough in my opinion. And in more and more places it isn't even enough to satisfy the law either. I hope you meant nothing by it and just haven't given it much thought. But for future reference, this needs to be done properly so as to not mislead your audience.

[@DIYPerks]

Still a bit new to this stuff so thanks for the pointers. I did make it transparent though. At 5:10 I clearly say "...so I'm very greatful to Inventables for sending me an X-Carve to make it with". That's not implied, that's a statement. As for 5:29 that was a slight slip up with the script. I originally had it in a different tense, so was originally "so does cut down on shipping costs". Even so, it's true - the shipping costs are significantly lower due to it being in parts, as opposed to a complete unit. I don't think anyone's questioning whether I was sent one or not - everyone in the comments so far has known that I was sent it, so it seems that I did indeed make it clear enough.

[@DIYPerks]

Will try and make it much more clear next time though :) cheers

[@kippostar]

Perfect mate :) I'm glad you actually think about these things! And thank you for replying! I think perhaps the initial statement of "so i'm very grateful for sending me... etc" went over my head due to shortcomings in my english! So appoligise for that! :) Great project nonetheless and it turned out beautiful!

[@Brunograffer]

Do you think it can be built with battery (so with cable) ?

[@홍홍홍-f8d]

please sell this its beautiful

[@Thriving_in_Exile]

That X-carve sounds kinda like the CNC equivalent of a Reprap 3D Printer. If you're interested in 3D Printing at all, that might be right up your alley.

[@JeZZGro]

I wan't to buy this, can you make me and sell me?

[@nik_evdokimov]

Amazing content, man! As a carpenter, I can really suggest using cnc machines for this type of projects, they are really useful

[@cphVlwYa]

NightHawkInLight Fans say hi :)

[@Cyntax3rr0r]

Great project! For people put off by the CNC router, check with your local university's tech department. Many allow you to rent time with theirs. They're staffed with teacher's aids typically that can get you setup quick. I've used it in little projects before and was charged $10/hour. As others have said, this project can be accomplished with hand tools as well.

[@Snakeassassin563]

Oh yea, great DIY project, except I don't think many people have fucking computerized carves.

[@michaelwilcox6253]

do it by hand then

[@hahahalolxd20000]

it only takes a bit more time, otherwise still doable

[@michaelwilcox6253]

I've made 10 of these so far

[@quinxx12]

He just says that it would have been almost impossible without the x-carve because he has to say that.

[@michaelwilcox6253]

he added that in tho also

[@LordKaladar]

I saw your silent PC case build log the other day and was very impressed. I saw a link to this from Picciuto's "Makers & Shakers" video this week and thought it looked fantastic. I think that for what this video's purpose was, it was very well done. Keep up the the good work!

[@W0UTER31]

uhm, you say that your LED's will stay nice and cool because of the aluminum.... LED's don't generate any heat, and they never will

[@DIYPerks]

Depends how much current they use. They certainly still generate heat as they're not 100% efficient.

[@W0UTER31]

Proper LED's should not generatie any heat, but I guess some cheaper ones do

[@kand198]

+W0UTER31 it will lose heat because of a basic law of science which states that when converting energy from one form to another heat energy will be lost in the process. This is why it is impossible for electronics to be 100% efficient.

[@garrendiehl9066]

+Keith Anderson BOOM lol science

[@kand198]

Garren Diehl Science.

[@kevman8335]

I'm getting a cnc machine in a few weeks, super excited to do stuff like this!!!

[@DanielVoyles]

For those complaining about the DIY aspect of this, you do not need a CNC. You could do this with a handsaw or jigsaw. You would just need to take much more time to sand the whole thing down to get the right shape and finish.

[@lycan6014]

I have to admit that headphone stand looks amazing. Good job

[@donknotts650]

At first I was "how neat" and then... I don't know, but somehow, by the end of this video that soothing British accent had me subscribed...

[@Bubblegoose]

Another cool addition to it would be to incorporate a headphone jack into the stand. Then out the back run one cord that poweres the LED as well as passes through the audio to the source. In fact, I might go and make my own to do just that :)

[@ThatGaijinFella]

Found your channel by accident and have literally watched nothing else since Monday! This in particular was mesmerizing! I'm moving into a new home soon and this will be a great accessory in my computer room!

[@cloutierhaker]

Not only did you do a great job, I just love your camera angles and it looks amazing

[@peevah6191]

the audio is flawless! well done

[@MrComputerSaint]

That looks a really awesome machine. Plus it's not badly priced. The headphone stand looks beautiful, walnut is my favourite wood.

[@martinkrivanek2251]

I'm astonished. I can't think of a comment that would be clever enough for this video and the piece of art you've made. I wish I could do things like that....

[@tau93]

great job, especially with thee installment of the LEDs. I thought you were going to drill into the acrylic but your method is so much easier

[@4RAYSTECH]

Thats a lot of detail and a great aesthetic, Lovely job!

[@benparsell1367]

Your production quality is insane. Props to you my friend!

[@dandantheminiman]

i came across this video by accident but so very glad i did. this is amazing! the quality of this stand from a home made item is brilliant.. you have made a fantastic headphone stand that i would love to have for my own. great video and excellent workman ship.

[@MrKhin]

Ever considered making a brand of some sort? Your creativity is very impressive in my opinion, I would not even hesitate to buy this stand, stunning work!

[@SLRist]

For anyone without a CNC router, the easiest way to make this project would be to draw a design, create router templates from MDF with a jigsaw, and machine the sections using a manual router. Use polycarbonate (Lexan) instead of acrylic (Perspex/Plexiglass) because it's a lot easier to machine. Sharp cutters are essential if you want to avoid melting the plastic. All quite do-able.

[@Counterbalance_]

This looks very elegant!

[@dnlamp382]

really nice build, if you want to make this without a CNC, try to sandwich the acrylic beforhand between the layers of of wood, make a rectangle of the wood and acrylic and sandwich them togheter. then cut out the shape, the wood wil keep it from braking the acrylic. as for the hole first drill trough at the corners wit a drill, and then cut it to shape. wil cost alot of sanding but the result will be the same.

[@rallekralle11]

hmm, i always thought CNC meant "Computer Navigated Cutter". you learn something new every day.

[@stewart8424]

i always thought it was 'cat numericaly controlled'.

[@rallekralle11]

stewart c lol

[@mrharvest]

Oh, someone else with a beat up pair of Beyer DT 880. I love the headband cushion you've made for them.

[@X91ROD]

you can also cut it with a band-saw if you have one. stick all layers of the walnut together with some thin double-sided tape, and cut them out all at once. I'm not sure how well it would work for the acrylic though.

[@keith6743]

Man those must be your favorite headphones... they look like you had them for a loooooooong time

[@pistoltoes]

That is an outstanding piece of work, you must feel a great deal of satisfaction knowing you made that yourself. From concept through design, manufacture and construction. It looks amazing.

[@Red-Van-Drifter]

Hi Bud Just spray with a little malt vinager as you go this is what I did in late sixties for making electronic front panels for valve amps also gives a better finish regards Kim

[@landonlove4101]

This channel is destined to be big!

[@hozhenjie6755]

Think you have made my thought of purchasing the X-Carve a more substantiated one. Thanks!

[@somedudeman1421]

i like how this has over 1 milion vews but he only has 550,000 subs, and hey DIY perks if your reading this you make amazing videos and things i i would like to make my self and projects i should get back into

[@chino8646]

amazing !!! After oiling the stand it looked premium!!! want one!!!!

[@ThorstenInJapan]

If you put some effort in it you do not need a CNC for that. The form itself is only 3 circles intersecting at specific points. You can do that with every router which has a circle jig. Then you only have to figure out the radii that match expectation. If you want to work faster and more precise you can build yourself a small jig from cheap wood which hold the fixed centers of your circles (I will look like a long triangle with a center point at the top of each leg) Sure this way it requires a bit more trial and error but you can do it without expensive hardware. So don't give up because in the video there is a CNC being used. Just be thankful for him sharing his design and imagine how you can build it with you tools :)

[@ThorstenInJapan]

btw if you have a band saw it is also possible and maybe even easier using the 3 circles approach. Me myself I do not have one so I ll do it with a router

[@Laodell]

Very beautiful. I might suggest using all acrylic and frost some layers, perhaps with another pattern. Celtic or Norse knots perhaps. Thanks for this video, you have turned me onto new equipment, and given me some ideas. :)

[@Valmtg]

I would like to buy one of these headphone stands. Great design and final product!