Making Wireless MUSIC VISUALIZING Floor Lamps

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Arduino code: bit.ly/arduinoforge
Schematic lamp: bit.ly/schematiclamp
Schematic controller: bit.ly/schemcontroller
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Revisiting one of my favorite projects, the sound reactive desk lamp! Doing a slight improvement this time!
Large electronics and tools sale: bit.ly/cheapelectronicssale
PARTS:
Lamp
- LED-strips: bit.ly/144ledstrip
- 5v Power Supply: bit.ly/5v50wpower
- WeMos Wifi Board: bit.ly/wemosd1mini
- Power plug: bit.ly/powerplugdc
Controller
- Sound Sensor: bit.ly/dynosound
- Push Button: bit.ly/push1button
- Power Switch: bit.ly/powerswitch32
- Colored Diodes: bit.ly/coloreddiodes
- Li-ion battery: bit.ly/liionbattery
- Battery holder: bit.ly/batteryholder2
- Charger module: bit.ly/chargermodule2
Tools:
- My multimeter: bit.ly/mymultimeter
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[@Nerdforge]

Kind of a long one! It was either long, or 2 parts, and I personally prefer to see a finished product in a project video myself so I went with the long video option. This project has been planned for a long time! Hope you enjoy it! EDIT: Just mentioning the colors of the lamp here, as I originally wanted to make a more fancy color scheme, where colors changed based on the pace of the music. But I had already worked on this for so long time, so I decided to let it be and get on with the video. But the code is on github: bit.ly/arduinoforge so feel free to make pull requests!

[@Mika-qe3ne]

Hey Nerdforge! I really like this project, and would like to try and make something similar, but in your schematics you connected the LEDs directly to the Wemos, even though The ledstrip exects 5v signals but the wemos is 3.3v? (This one: Wemos D1 Mini V3 - ESP8266 - CH340 ) i've tried this and it didn't work, so did you just connect it like this? or does it work with some boards/strips but doesnt with others? Hope to hear back, Greetings from Holland!

[@Nerdforge]

@@Mika-qe3ne Hey! That's a good observation, and can explain some of the issues with one of the LED-strips I had. Naively I assumed the same as an Arduino, but now that you mention it obviously it isn't. The LED's should actually require 3.5 volt signal, but seems to work with 3.3 volts for me. The 3 lamps I have going it seems to run quite steadily! Thanks for pointing this out.

[@Mika-qe3ne]

@@Nerdforge No Problem! i love the projects you do!

[@yaninto6391]

Nice, project, love it. Awesome t shirt, dude. I really really need that t shirt, please can you help me, please. ?

[@Nerdforge]

The "Stay Creative" one? It is GreatScott merch :) you can probably still buy it from him

[@JenniferAmyFriesen]

The skills that you and Martina have are absolutely incredible. You create such astounding things!

[@NicolaiWeitkemper]

This might be the first KZbin DIY project I actually recreate.

[@nitish11119]

Are you still on it

[@NicolaiWeitkemper]

@@nitish11119 At the moment I don't have enough time, but yes, I still want to.

[@NicolaiWeitkemper]

Didn't expect receiving a 100 likes for that - please don't put social pressure on me ;)

[@brianq7365]

@@NicolaiWeitkemper we might just peer pressure you into doing it 😅

[@givitoomi]

DO IT...DO IT NOW!

[@Thedjnin9]

12:30 Your hands clearly show the amount of hardwork that went into this project. Wonderful work man!

[@TDPlayz]

When I make something like this, I love being able to tell my friends I made it when they ask where I bought it. And it’s even more fun when we build it together and they’re happy with the result!! :D

[@astelp9220]

That's wholesome

[@Ukowyeslo]

Awesomely wholesome

[@dmo848]

Yessir that's what it's about. Cheers

[@greatscottlab]

Awesome project and awesome t-shirt choice! ;-)

[@KingMinhvuong]

GreatScott. You are the best!

[@LordDecapo]

My favorite DIY YTr, pleasant seeing u here!

[@proghostzgamecreed6555]

You know You're right

[@harshityashwardhan]

I can believe i found u here...

[@UTube4075]

after checking all your liked videos I came here, surprisingly I found here

[@thatboyy23]

i can’t wait to watch a video like this in 40 years titled “Building Vintage 2019 Music Reactive Lights”

[@riftalope]

I love it! This could be done as hanging lights too. I'd add a steady "room light" mode to the mix.

[@electrolabs337]

I love your project, thanks for your time and effort!!!

[@isbestlizard]

you've done an awesome job building this and heck YES i'm interested in this sort of thing ;D

[@grins047]

This is an awesome project. Great video and great work. Well done.

[@Darrenmacys]

You should totally make & sell them,I’d buy two!!

[@hed420]

How much are you willing to pay for them ?

[@rimuru5598]

@@hed420 $200?

[@deanmcbride8747]

@@hed420 do you sell ready made ones. Really cool, how much for 2-4 Dean uk

[@JanRaymondCortez]

I'd say it's more like $300-$500 considering the amount of time and work he has to put it. It's customized as well not mass produced.

[@hed420]

@@deanmcbride8747 No, I was just asking to see if people were actually interested in them and was considering making some to sell .

[@sarahconolly3510]

I know everyone is hyped about the actual project (which is amazing) but damn, your editing has gotten FANCY and I love it!

[@ilRageMaker]

Electronics, making, synthwave...I think I've found the best channel!

[@spyby5176]

i want to recreate this and i will! Thank you for the good instructions how to make it

[@audioaddict420]

You guys are so creative I love it keep it coming.

[@lucemansster]

Epic! Although, I am still waiting for the epic startup animation. Where, when a lamp connects to the controller. It flashes green and then when everything is connected. A little dot like shoots up the array of LEDs.

[@13aaryan]

Luc van Kampen welll you've to just code it that way

[@omorpelbbauqs]

Incredible I could watch those for hours. Itd be awesome to have a code that separated frequency range into highs mids and lows for awesome visualizations (dont know how possible that is)

[@cryzz0n]

Love this! Really great looking visualizer, even when turned off! I'd like to see this driven with a Muz. Then it would change colors to the pitch and amplitude over the full dynamic range.

[@tonyb9035]

Can I order the Nerdforge talent combo pack PLEASE!!!! Her art skills and his electronic skills. You two are fabulous.....SERIOUSLY.

[@dimitriosvlamis8696]

Very nice project! My concern was about the latency since you mentioned it was around ESP8266, but the results were much better than i expected though! If you want to fix that i would suggest these generic 433MHZ wireless modules, and since its one way communication you can put many receivers along with an ATTINY85 in each lamp :D I think you can eliminate the latency this way!

[@Nerdforge]

Great tip!

[@zaprodk]

There is kinda strict rules on how much you can transmit on the 433 MHz-band since an application like this would screw with all the wireless sensors and keyfobs in the area while your contraption is on. Not a super good idea.

[@KingMinhvuong]

Nice idea

[@dimitriosvlamis8696]

@@zaprodk thats definetly not the case, when you use these modules you can use a spesific library that encodes the signal so it wont interfere with such appliances.

[@mpja]

@@dimitriosvlamis8696 As zapro_dk mentions, the 433mhz band is a licenced band in some areas. It really isn't possible to avoid interference when two signals for the same frequency are induced at the antenna. Maybe you can reduce it but the interference will still be there.

[@SuperBrokenfoot]

Seems like a fun project! Have you tried either assigning a random color value to any given frequency/voltage (depending on how you did it) or even just assigning color values to the frequency? It looks like your lights only respond to either volume amplitude or are assigned a specific color to a band of frequencies. I haven't had a chance to check out your code or really any hardware you used aside from what you showed in the video, but it seems like a really cool project! Good job!

[@LaineyBug2020]

I'm going back through all your vids & it's kind of cool watching your hair get longer and Martina's get more colorful and both of you get more comfortable and enthusiastic on camera! These are like a rave kit! *COLLLLLLLLORRRRRRSSSS* !

[@heiderichvladimir7341]

I would pay you to do this as some parts are hard to get the hands on where I live in terms of the exact same things and quality but I know this took you a great deal of time and there is a reason you did a video on how to do them :))) beautiful project beautiful result.

[@dropthebassline]

This is incredible!

[@grayscreations7004]

This is so perfect for me as a Deaf person! 😍😍😍 Stay safe and have a fabulous day! ❤️🇦🇺

[@patrickretsel7048]

Great job brother, these turned out amazing……..you both make a great team, thanks for sharing your skill set with us.

[@ethicalhacker1]

This is is beautiful 🤩 love it! Keep up the great work!

[@ChunkySteveo]

The only thing more amazing that this project was the Great Scott t-shirt... top! Great project too, another thing for me to make!

[@VinhA]

I've done your last music reactive lamp, and now i think i'm going to do this one too :D

[@jasurabdurasulov2274]

Hello! Does it work? if work can you help me?

[@VinhA]

Jasur Abdurasulov yes it worked!

[@jasurabdurasulov2274]

Thanks for your response! I also downloaded the archives, flashed the modules, slave's connect to the master, but the LED strip does not work, can you help me with this project, if yes, leave me your contacts, thank you for your responsiveness!

[@ShashankBhardwaj]

Hey, could you help me with this too? How do I get the code on the modules?

[@OSD07]

@@VinhA could please help me

[@thenar]

You two come up with the coolest projects. Thank you.

[@BADALICE]

Excellent. I have a similar project in mind I'm glad I stumbled across your video. as I was watching you put this together, I kept thinking I hope he gives this more than a single mode, ie static mode. You went beyond that. Very intelligent designe; I really like it. I am going to make my lamps aprox 3 ft tall, and in rectangle boxes with repurposed glass display shelves as the face of the lamps. Also I intend to arrange the LEDs for effect, perhaps delayed single twinkle, water fall effect, not sure exactly, but giving it a lot of thought. Incorporating programmable electronics, that's the ticket. Here's an idea, build 4 more lamps, and program them to chase around the room, strobe, police strobe, perfect for blinding intruders. You gave me some great ideas, I'm going to take this one to another level. Great job.

[@paulzuel3417]

this guy seems to have a pretty good grip on his intelligence however he has a light bulb duct taped to a lamp :)

[@invisibledepths11]

:D greaat! could you share the songs that are played with the lamps please? thank you, keep creating!

[@AlexZjustLetter-NotWar]

Cool) looks like vvvery simple but I understand this creation need much knowledge and afforts! Fantastic job! Thanks for sharing your journey)

[@CristianMartinez-bi5gx]

First of all I’ve never seen anyone create a diy that creative nonetheless code it afterwards this one actually blew my mind I usually never comment on things like this but this one deserves it

[@PowerFlashMan]

the music at 17:51 is Loving Caliber - You Got Me Too (Instrumental Version)

[@jinnurahmed2620]

the music at 17:15 is Daxten - You got me

[@cashewhobbiticus8644]

I am just sitting with a wide opened mouth..i am amazed...just wow

[@jmuse2k]

I'm definitely subscribing. Glad youtube finally recommended a great channel. Good job

[@UKBlue407]

Great project, definately one to add to my build list :)

[@khan_msj5680]

You are too creative, too skilled, do every thing by yourself, you deserves millions and millions of views

[@ryankristian3832]

This is so dope! I'm sat watching like.... yep - I am definitely doing this project... you had me all the way up until you started soldering. And then when you mention where you "already wrote your own code" - I was like yeah I'm out lol. Still watched it till the end, amazing craftwork!

[@r00kiet80]

soldering is easy but writing a code is another story lol

[@vkredgod2340]

@@r00kiet80 you can probably find the code on Google

[@CJWarlock]

Marvelous! :) I liked the chiptune music during sanding the wood. :)

[@abhi7232]

The end credits and music sync was a real classy touch.

[@milmil5350]

I'd like to watch *a video where I could just stare at those lights* for hours. So pretty and calming. 😶💕

[@dinosaurplushie9755]

I would use these while playing Tetris Effect for that maximum trip

[@x-con-x]

That is amazing!!! Exactly what i have been looking for as in form and functionality. Would you sell a finished unit at all?

[@_Harmony.Swan.Afrodita_Athena_]

Excelente Proyecto Tutorial, Uno mas en tus filas Muchísimas Gracias..!! Saludos de Argentina...!!

[@oskarerbstein6933]

Is your shirt Greatscott merch? Nice!

[@Nerdforge]

That's right! Thought it would fit the audience of this video ;)

[@vizigr0u]

I read "stay creative" and I was like "wait am I on the wrong channel?"

[@user-jc5ud2hj4i]

@@vizigr0u yep, and some voice in head with greman accent adds "...and i'll see you next time" ))

[@SpaceCatCat]

I love great Scott too

[@BryanCaragay]

I made a video about making this! Some things I’d mention: - depending on the size of your LED strip you may or may not need an external power source. - make sure you get the same mic he did, the cheaper red ones are AWFUL. - the mic needs 3.3 v, not 5 - it will probably cost around $30-$40 to prototype your first one (without the finishing touches like the stand or wood).

[@MobileShophu]

WHERE IS THIS VIDEO?

[@ramonperez4893]

Can you recommend me a microphone for this project, the link on this video doesnt work anymore

[@tonybeach4725]

I really like your projects.. well presented thank you ..

[@phillipsparks9690]

Really like this project and how you put together the videos in your project. Will like to help fund you on another cool project.

[@llamaSHORTS1]

I’m still hoping someone will figure out how to do this without a mic - like a direct connection to the music stream so it’s a cleaner source, then filter the audio frequency so it only reacts to a specific range. It would be cool to have a bunch of those lights set up and have them react like a waveform visual.

[@only1muppet]

Check out Dave’s Garage, if I remember correctly he doesn’t use mic’s for any of his. Just raspberry pi’s

[@etzbetz]

Looks really good! I want to do such a things for quite some time now, but I want to just get the signal from the audio cable. Are you interested in doing a Video about that?

[@oliverroedschler2908]

Was looking for this. A microphone is just not good enough because of interference. I'd love to see this modified to work with a regular analog audio source. Furthermore if you know how, maybe also a way of controlling this with mqtt? For smart home use. For example to set mode, change colors manually etc.

[@xTheVoltage]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bomZo5Stp8uSa68 Look at this video..

[@CallousCoder]

Awesome project, you inspired me to make a large VU meter, then I don’t need to look to the left and my mixer all the time :) One tip for your next project, when you use UDP you may as well use the broadcast address to send the data once and have the lamps be independent clients and receiving them. Making it a bit more efficient and you don’t need to have to change the number of lights in your master controller ever my time you add a light.

[@hectorfr91]

You got some mad skills brother. Absolutely BEAUTIFUL.

[@GaryCifers]

Awesome project but a couple of questions, why use the microphone for input? wouldn't pulling an analog signal directly from your receiver/amplifier give a cleaner result? And have you considered using an FFT library to utilize different colors to represent different frequency bands?

[@Nerdforge]

Great questions! The reason I use the mic is so it can pick up all kinds of sounds, not only music, and to lower the usage complexity. Now it works whether somebody plays music from their phone or a video game on a TV as long as it's powered. But plugging it in would yield more reliable data, for sure. For your last question, short answer: yes! That is something I want to do at some point, but it wouldn't work with these components, as it's not actually a mic, but a sound detector. It doesn't output PCM data, but only an analog signal showing the loudness of the surrounding audio.

[@94mosaic]

So, but why u didnt used a mic?

[@510Redneck]

I was confused by this also as I remember people doing lighting similar back in the 90's.... today you could just use cheap wireless speakers to run them. But I guess if you wanted to pick up everything in the room it makes a little more sense I guess, with this you could have a dramatic stomp to the shitter and back while making Godzilla sounds. :)

[@ErlandssonA]

THIS IS AWESOME! I wish I had the money to do this!

[@redtrexmedia]

Think differently

[@2000blackstang]

It's cool watching what you do with led's. I built custom signs for two different companies for over 10 years and we always looked for new ways to make cool signs with them. I know you are in Norway but I built alot of cool signs for our Minnesota Vikings (American Football stadium). At the time it was the most expensive stadium built in the U.S. I also built our baseball stadiums main sign. (Target center field).

[@mystic_tacos]

This is wicked cool! Defenitely deserves more likes! Way beyond anything I could do, but still amazing.

[@daltonmohr9327]

You should make these and sell them as a kit

[@djhappyemo]

I'm a dj and this needs to be a commercial product with a line in socket instead of a mic, i would instantly buy this if i saw it selling somewhere

[@dathatch]

Dj Happy Emo same but none my pro lights have line in. They have mics same as these although they also have dmx. I want to make some and add dmx in then you will get full control.

[@jonmcgrath3748]

I have seen a commercial product that is almost identical except that the base is much smaller (thinner) and the LED's are encased in a tube of some sort (acrylic or polycarbonate). They use a "master" that has the option of using a mic or line in and the rest are synced wirelessly with DMX control. I forget the brand, my friend is a DJ but he ended up returning them because they were refurbished and 2 of 8 died almost immediately - so I'm not too sure about quality. If you like this design and would just like to have the option of having a line in, I can put together a design pretty easily to replace the mic. Just reply and let me know.

[@KyleThurmanMusic]

Ive been curious about the same thing. Could you build the exact same thing with a led tape decoder that would allow mydmx software to control these?

[@jonmcgrath3748]

@@KyleThurmanMusic Anything is possible if you know what you're doing, but I'd need more info about the exact setup you're looking for. If you're trying to interface with software that sounds more like you'd be interfacing with some sort of digital signal and I'd need to know how to interpret the signal and different hardware may be necessary. If you want to reply with more specifics, I'd be happy to look into it in my spare time though!

[@dathatch]

None of my lighting has line in for audio that really is not needed. Dmx or inbuilt mic.

[@deetee6118]

Amazing, crafter, wood worker, electrical engineer, you two are amazing.

[@lowgrephsnephilim4583]

and you sir have done exactly what i wanted to do. thank you and this video will come in handy.

[@idontknow6562]

imagine clapping some girls checks in that room lol

[@naruto2382]

Clap clap clap clap

[@davidaguiniga1450]

😭 lmao

[@manssupar]

Imagine booty clap

[@TDPlayz]

Xmans___ the f-

[@mrmacaroni3856]

i dont know it'll be a rave in that bitch with all those noises

[@Axlg]

Hello, how did you manage to get that nice mic sensitivity? I have same sound sensor but mine not react. I only see reaction when I blow the mic. Did you add anything more to the circuit ? Thanks!

[@jasurabdurasulov2274]

Hello! i have same problem, Are you solved?

[@TheCrazyGinger]

@@jasurabdurasulov2274 I'm not sure if you guys even need this info still, but you can try changing the MIC_LOW and MIC_HIGH values in the led_slave code

[@TheCrazyGinger]

Also, there might be a small potentiometer right on your microphone module that you can adjust with a screwdriver to change the mic's built-in sensitivity

[@saurabhbindal2444]

@@TheCrazyGinger I tried that also but I guess microphone sensitivity is way too low, which microphone you are using ?

[@Arkie80]

You two are fun to watch. So incredibly imaginative.

[@yourunclesam6780]

Fantastic project.Thank youuuu!!

[@darkemsi]

Hello! First of all, I want to tell you that this project is awesome! I really love it, so I decided to do it too. But I'm having problems with the code. I'm not able to understand everything on it >.

[@ukrainegermanysingforukrai5888]

Yes could make a vid explaining the code ?

[@shaileshraut2746]

I like this music reactive project and music too. Can you tell me which this music??? Can you give link of music?

[@ceverianoramirez9067]

Daxten-You Got Me

[@deea4753]

love Caliber : You got me too

[@mitchelljsawyers]

Awesome job. I agree, this needs to be a commercial product. I would definitely purchase one.

[@Lexmanity]

Great Work Hansi! Wow just wow!

[@mtayseer82]

I see LEDs & I knew this is Hanzi :D

[@glentan1001.]

Can you start making and selling them? Im so lazy to make them myself, will totally buy 2 set instantly

[@michaelandreasen993]

jesus H Christ i love these man! SO cool.. just need the warm white function as well, so they can be used other than party time :D keep up your amazing work!

[@locasiare]

Simply Awesome! Thank you for sharing 🙏😊

[@arcvros_gaming]

Try shrinking the controller to the size of a wireless usb flash drive with built-in microphone so that you connect to the pc or tv to act as a relay through a system built around a software allowing you to use your smartphone as a remote for the musical led lamp

[@Mooooov0815]

He put all of the source code on github. The protocols is kept very simple and based on udp, you could easily build an app for you phone or desktop PC.

[@timurnazarov7229]

Friend please take a video how do programm this.

[@hynczdhrw3554]

I want this stuff.this will be my project list.hope you can make a demo for how to download the sound detector.more powers your channel bro godbless

[@stevenb320]

Imagine this set up in a larger design with 2 led strips per tower and a plexiglass wall around it so the led lights are in the center protected with etched plexi with either an image or words on each tower would be awesome too. Great design and build

[@cameronwilson2265]

16:54 is the light demo

[@suwin4197]

Hey I have a question. Is there any way that it won't react to sounds in it's environment but the sound on a device? Like a computer? Because I very, very rarely listen to music without my headphones including that I live in a dorm and just plain simply can't go on and blast the newest whatever at 100 max volume. And I think it would make for some awesome decoration in a smaller form on my desktop

[@perezr9623]

Devin Crawford made a similar project like this using the LED strips, but instead of having a microphone receive data, he used an oscilloscope to test out the variable sound he uploads, and then sends that information to the Arduino to be processed and give directions to the LED strip. I highly recommend his video since it’s much more easier to create and uses the same concept you mention

[@Azbayar]

One of the BEST PROJECT on KZbin! BRILLIAN IDEA!!! I want buy it!

[@MrSensimillia1985]

Dude u are awesome 😍 wish i had the tools for that project ....

[@Poobsbigweiner]

You should add an aux port and pass through in the box so it doesn't have to use the microphone.

[@obesewesticle7265]

Poob Or even use Bluetooth

[@not2day646]

@@obesewesticle7265 ya, i know some code so i might just add that myself

[@jakobiwells1718]

Yeah and it would reduce latency in comparison to a microphone or Bluetooth

[@vicenteisaeldiazibarra4518]

For someone who does not know, I would have to change the microphone module for a bluetooth module, right? But what bluetooth module do you guys recommend?

[@arshilahmad9811]

@@not2day646 I know I am late but can u plz share the code 🙏

[@bobbyjoggs944]

Where can I buy this🤯

[@estevamribeiro3721]

instagram.com/think.it.inovacao/

[@pantinspetsupplies5469]

Invest in a shopvac. Run a 2 1/2" or 3" pvc pipe around the room starting from where your shopvac will stay plugged in. Connect shopvac to pvc and cap the other end. Make connections in the pvc behind your equipment. Run a flexible connection to your saw. Run a hard line close to you sander and use/make something with a wide mouth. Rig up some type of long flexible hose that you can easily attach and detach from your center work table for when you need to cut stuff there. And there you have 1) a cleaner work environment 2) less mess to clean up at the end of your projects and 3) another project to make a video on

[@phillcrean2300]

That looks super cool, very nice, well described thanks

[@Bluray2]

I just dont get how LEDs is powered? 3 power supply for each LED?

[@jessefowler8267]

What background does he have in the thumbnail? Someone help me find it I want it

[@e3lyon]

A bit late but here you go steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1336498155

[@corruptedtennos4080]

Bro these are amazing would love to buy these

[@sharyelmasry]

Awesome project first time i see it.... gooooood work 👌👍

[@nick5625]

only thing that sucks about them is the latency :/

[@natange1436]

I agree, It really needs to be wired when it comes to audio products. It should also react to frequency if you ever listen to anything but Club music.

[@admiralsideways5168]

Can you make a set of 4 for me?

[@citrarasakitchen2209]

Very totality in the making music visualizing floor lamps

[@cj708]

I know that this video is now a little older. I definitely think you did a great job with this and I would purchase some of these lights from you. Light DJ that works with LIFX uses the phones mic to hear the sound/music and then adjust the lights. I think modifying the approach could bring down the cost substantially

[@3rdshiftproductions316]

can we just make it easier and let me buy one? XD

[@gabiballetje]

Synthwave FTW !

[@ericsysmin]

Almost like EDC for your room. Love this idea.

[@luizcardoso1625]

Lindo, parabéns! um pouco dificil de fazer, mas ficou muito legal.