Gakken cup phonograph and vacuum tube radio kits…
Here are a couple fun kits to check out… Gakken Cup Phonograph Kit in Edison Style – Link. Vacuum Tube Radio kit – Link.
Technology
Squeezebox caller ID
Ben writes – “I’ve now got my music collection ripped onto a server PC. A new problem then became apparent: when the phone rang, I had to find (a) the remote for the Squeezebox to pause it, and then (b) the phone to read the incoming number and see who’s calling. When making a call, […]
T-Class DIY amps
ZapWizard writes in regarding the mint tin amp – “www.41hz.com has some better versions of the t-class amps in DIY kits. I used two as amps for my Car PC, very compact…I have to say, for $25 it puts out some awsome sound! Takes a few hours to put together though. You have to wind […]
HOW TO – Make a lead lamp
The lead lamp is a recycled lamp made from old cables, the site sells them and shows you how to make your own – [via] – Link.
Sonic Impact Eclipse Mint tin amp
MAKE Flickr photo pool member Pekar writes – “I’ve managed to squeeze a modified Sonic Impact digital amplifier (under $40) into an Eclipse mints tin with little to no room to spare…I’ve kept the speaker clips, due to their being free, and easily modified to take up minimal space inside the tin. I’ve modded the […]
DIY Open source IR-mod for Xbox
Detailed instructions on making a DIY Open source IR-mod for Xboxes …XERC, it is a small device that basically allows you to turn on/off your Xbox with a remote. You can boot using a short power press, long power press, and can also boot with eject. Link.
How Transistors work
Curious how transistors work? This site has some OK animations and explanations – Link.