Color Sensing Music Player

Color Sensing Music Player

Author: Adafruit Industries February 4, 2026 Duration: 1:57
Build a fun and playful 3D printed MP3 player with CircuitPython and an RP2040 PropMaker Feather! It's a boombox for young makers, but with a twist: use a color sensor to detect a LEGO DUPLO brick and play a song, sound effect, or audio clip. Each colored brick plays a different audio file. Files, Code and Assembly Tutorial at: https://learn.adafruit.com/color-sensing-music-player Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Subscribe to Adafruit on YouTube: http://adafru.it/subscribe New tutorials on the Adafruit Learning System: http://learn.adafruit.com/ -----------------------------------------

Every week, the team at Adafruit Industries dives into the tangible world of creation with their 3D Printing Projects podcast. Hosts Noe Ruiz and Pedro Ruiz guide you through the entire process of bringing a new idea to life, from initial concept in CAD software to the final, functional print. This isn't just theory; it's a hands-on audio workshop where you'll hear the details behind designing and fabricating practical items like custom electronic enclosures, detailed cosplay components, and clever camera modifications. The discussion focuses on the intersection of digital design and DIY electronics, offering clear explanations and project-specific insights that are valuable for both beginners and experienced makers. By listening, you gain a deeper understanding of how to integrate 3D printing into your own work, learning about material choices, design considerations, and troubleshooting along the way. The consistent weekly format means there's always a fresh, detailed project to explore, making this podcast a reliable source of inspiration and technical knowledge for anyone interested in the expanding possibilities of desktop manufacturing.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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ItsyBitsyESP32 wFL Case [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:11
3D Print an enclosure to fit the ItsyBitsy ESP32 with a wFL antenna! https://learn.adafruit.com/itsybitsy-esp32-wfl-case With a WiFi connection, you can use CircuitPython Web Workflow to program and debug your dev board.…
Digital Clock [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:13
You can build a digital clock with a large 7-segment display, a Feather RP2040, and CircuitPython -- no internet required! For time keeping, this build uses the DS3231 Real Time Clock module for precise and accurate timi…
Iot Doorbell with MEMENTO [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:55
Build a simple IoT doorbell camera using Adafruit's MEMENTO. Press a mini LED arcade button to snap a photo and display it on an Adafruit IO Dashboard. The electronics are housed in a 3D printed snap fit enclosure. Learn…
Remote Shutter Button for MEMENTO [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:48
Build a remote shutter button for the Adafruit MEMENTO camera! Guide: learn.adafruit.com/memento-shutter Our 3D printed snap fit enclosure houses the button PCB and doubles as a handle so you can take photos without any…
NeoPixel Fidget Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:09
Build a fun CircuitPython project for fidgeting that doubles as an LED chase game! Learn Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/neopixel-rotary-fidget/ Feather RP2040 https://www.adafruit.com/product/4884 ANO Rotary STEMMA QT…
MEMENTO Camera Case [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:41
You can 3D print your own snap fit enclosure for the Memento, Adafruit’s all-in-one camera dev board for creating your own, fully customizable digital camera. Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/memento-3d-case Visit the A…
Top 3D Printing Projects in 2023 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:40
3D Printing in 2023! Here are just some of the 3d printing projects @adafruit during 2023 with @ecken and @videopixil ! https://youtu.be/ #adafruit #3dprinting Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ---…
2.1" Round Ornament Display [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:27
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Raspberry Pi 5 3D Printed Case [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20
3D print a snap fit enclosure for the Raspberry Pi 5 and active cooling fan. Learn Guide https://learn.adafruit.com/pi-5-case/ Raspberry Pi 5 4GB https://www.adafruit.com/product/5812 Raspberry Pi 5 8GB https://www.adafr…
Qualia S3 Fireplace Video Player [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:30
Build a miniature fireplace that plays Yule Log video clips using an Adafruit Qualia ESP32-S3 and a 3.2" rectangle bar TFT display. Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/qualia-s3-fireplace Load a series of your favorite vid…