Waterproof Speakers that float - "It floats, it totes and it rocks the notes!"

Step 7 Final assembly and field testing

To insure the safety of the unit I attached a 1" loop of nylon rope (trimmed from some old climbing gear) secured with two wood screws. I also used a bit of glue on the inside of container to prevent snagging or scratching from screws. Depending on the size of your container, you may find it quite nice for keeping your extra stuff dry (lighters, cell phones, etc.) Once all connections are tested you are ready to begin field testing.

Soon to come solar panel that fits in the lid to charge battery pack ($4 sidewalk light from wally world).

"It floats, it totes and it rocks the notes!"

Bench Test

Pool Test

Monsoon Test

Comments

[mastermayhem117]

Needs external volume control... I'm going to make this as soon as I finish my giant container of french vanilla powdered coffee. I wonder if I can make the volume control touch? Also, I was thinking shrink wrap for the covering of the speakers... it can be thin though, but will stretch nicely I think. All in all, I love the idea. Must drink more powdered coffee....

[Adam Manick]

The reason you shouldn’t use touch controls is because the water will affect it.

[sillyzombie666]

well if you can take the pot (potentiometer aka the volume nob) and isolate it / mount it outside of the container surround it in hot glue or w/e u want to use and make sure the nob will fit over it and it should be fine

[LifeWarrior]

This makes a great pool toy, I've been looking for a way to waterproof a set of speakers next to the hottub, i've been working on a set of fiberglass enclosures and this really helps solve a problem, Thanks!

[avflyer172]

Thanks! I use mine at the pool, river, ocean or even on the back deck if it is raining.

[TwistedWest]

I googled waterproofing speakers. and this is what it came up with. My application is for a motorcycle sound system. because in oregon it is illegal to have headphones in while riding or driving. I have all the stuff i need but couldnt figure out how to waterproof the speakers rather than paying $250 bucks for a set. Granted im only useing part of your ideal but the whole thing is great probably make one later. thanks

[avflyer172]

Awesome, glad this helps!

[5cagm]

Great first instructable! I am definitely going to try this one out myself and the solar panel idea sounds perfect. Let's be honest, most people don't go to the beach if it's not nice and sunny so it's a practical addition.