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

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@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!

[@Baalielieseee]

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

[@rickymilan3774]

Welding skids kicking ass with these Electronics

[@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 .

[@stanislawi.4610]

Extremely quality of construction

[@micorivera1471]

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[@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.

[@МартинРаев-л1и]

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.

[@alanasmusichd7482]

I love your woodwork. 👍

[@DonnyTerek]

As always, thank you!

[@michalmichalsk]

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

[@crystalphillips7360]

where?

[@XmoonX_]

Wow very nice Bluetooth speaker 👍👍👍👍

[@angelodagnolo984]

The attention to detail is amazing. Nice job!

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you so much!

[@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.

[@RobertOcarina]

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

[@mzainalarifs]

it cud be one of the best diy speakers

[@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.

[@puglio]

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

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@freddis_____]

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

[@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!

[@yancybaluyot5597]

Professionally finished

[@juststuff5216]

Good choice of music!

[@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

[@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

[@ignatievmaksym6504]

Excellent job! Extremelly acurate and balanced speaker!

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@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.

[@mackyusotayo2903]

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

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!!

[@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

[@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!

[@strugglingparodox5709]

Damn,,, that finish looks sweet.

[@olijomusic2481]

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

[@DonnyTerek]

I appreciate that!

[@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!

[@stefanaleksandrov1684]

Very nice job i really like how you made this speaker

[@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..

[@Freedom89984]

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

[@DonnyTerek]

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

[@besgrom3]

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

[@revenant7605]

great. oldskool...

[@TheSaboteur99]

Jesus Kenn, you rly at it

[@freddyvelasquez4168]

Another fine build.

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@michaelbradley7529]

Nicely done.

[@dougsholly9323]

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

[@djamsdjams9494]

très belle réalisation, bravo a vous.

[@electronicshelpcare]

Woow!!! Nice bass,

[@สมใจคงกุล]

,รั

[@LeonidTech]

no

[@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.

[@simonschmid7679]

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

[@neironasgautamas654]

This is most perfect one

[@kmaang]

que belleza de trabajo, mil felicitaciones

[@dialnweb]

very fine work

[@soundbuzzertechnology3378]

Nice design ,

[@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!

[@rommelmabagos3773]

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

[@David-rr6sf]

Totally amazing, really impressive. Well done fella.

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you so much!

[@arvindaable]

Very best of all best.

[@johnjebon2030]

You are skillful.

[@ytuser419]

Amazing episode of: i wish i had the tools

[@Gerwazy2137]

Nice clean build , good job!

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@himanshudj]

perfect love finishing

[@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

[@tolassman8803]

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

[@cs.b.9857]

Congrat, very nice project.

[@jamesjones2336]

Any videos of how you wired the speakers together?

[@mohammedyusuf6573]

You're an artist !

[@DonnyTerek]

Haha, thanks!

[@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.

[@kennmossman8701]

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

[@ArdiNugrohocilacap]

Great design Wowww

[@maindrivecycle]

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

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you so much! Will keep them coming 😄

[@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

[@Bharathdbs]

Hi bro May I know which wood did you used for Bluetooth speaker?

[@lesrogers7310]

Very nice, I love it!

[@DonnyTerek]

Thanks!

[@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.

[@gunjeetsingh9035]

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

[@63italic]

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

[@josearaya274]

hermoso trabajo

[@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.

[@aayushsharma6233]

Amazing craft

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@klibklim49]

Very. Very. Good

[@qeelevators2960]

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

[@baorozzo]

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

[@4funksakes]

Amazeballs Tight!

[@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!

[@KingMinhvuong]

Great work, beautiful speaker. What's name of camera you are recording?

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you so much! Nothing special, just my cellphone 😄

[@FrankGarnerquadpcer]

do you sell speakers? it's pretty nice. I like stuff that "no one" has. virtually no one.

[@aivaras28]

Theese woofer drivers look beefy, but they dont provide good excursion, they are full off mechanical noise, all in all good build video as always :)

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you for the comment! They actually sound pretty good, it may be due to my crappy microphone that it sounds bad.

[@aivaras28]

@@DonnyTerek Well I've seen couple of reviews, if you push little more power through them they start making mechanical noise

[@samlee4833]

have to say it is great work

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you so much! I Truly appreciate that.

[@mackyusotayo2903]

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

[@DonnyTerek]

Thanks for the sub!

[@dmitrykhabarov1049]

Excellent work! According to your experience what type of glue is the best to glue the passive radiators?

[@DonnyTerek]

Thanks! I found contact cement used for leather works great.

[@dmitrykhabarov1049]

@@DonnyTerek Thnks!

[@MrBrymstond]

VERY NICE! It's a Yamaha Amp which happens to be a great chip. What is the reason for the two resisters soldered on the Bluetooth? How long do you get using the 3 cells pack at a good volume? I know them Panasonic batteries are expensive, but they put out 3400mAh correct? Instead of using a smps buck converter have you considered a 7805 linear? I know they're less efficient, but they're a cleaner source for that Hi-Fi WiFi board, is it because the amp is only a Class D and not a Class A or A/B?

[@DonnyTerek]

Thanks! It is truly a great amp for small speakers. The reason for using two resistors is to combine the two channels in to one mono channel. I usually get around 8 hours of playtime using these cells. Yes, they put out 3400mAh and the ones that I use are actually fake Panasonic cells but they are great batteries, with a capacity of more than 3400mAh sometimes. I should look into using 7805 converters!

[@MrBrymstond]

@@DonnyTerek You're welcome, is it necessary to use the isolation chip or will it fry the DC to DC Converter? You work with the TP4056, you can wire the outputs in parallel as many as yo have the power for using one power source, but as soon as you wire the outputs in a series they fry using the same power source unless you use this chip you use, but you will only charge at 200mAh or you can use separate phone chargers and achieve one amp not using these isolation chips

[@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

[@kennmossman8701]

shielded wire is better for the remote pot

[@Surf2130]

Very nice.

[@DonnyTerek]

Thank you!

[@jgillylikesbudsalot7436]

Would I be able to use table saw to cut them or imma have to get a hand held saw

[@KelvinTan133]

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

[@Александр-э3й4ш]

Fine work! Assemble parts to create a similar column based on your drawings! There is a questions: in the description under the video Woofers is written “6 Om”, and at link 8 “Om”. What is true?

[@DonnyTerek]

Hi! Thank you so much for the comment! It seems that overtime some of the components have been discontinued but you should use both the woofer and the tweeter of the same impedance - either 6 or 8 Ohm,

[@khanaris7865]

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[@TaylorSoloaiJR]

I wish I had all the tools to make these

[@ArmandoCalderon]

amazing !