Building a Low Power DiY marine bluetooth speaker set

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A DIY marine Bluetooth speaker project is being considered, focusing on a compact 1x12 speaker that can fit in boat compartments. The speaker needs to be powered externally to avoid draining the boat battery, raising concerns about finding an appropriate power source between a car battery and an RC battery. Participants discuss the benefits of DIY versus commercial solutions, noting that ready-made options start at around $90. Key considerations include wattage and battery life requirements for optimal performance. The discussion emphasizes the importance of balancing size, power, and functionality in the design.
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My dad has been asking about some speakers for his boat, something that will move a bit of air, not too big though. I'm thinking 1x12. He also wants it bluetooth and powered externally, so it doesn't drain the boat battery.

So I'm thinking 1x12 speaker in a small box that can fit inside the compartments in the boat, psoc hookup for bluetooth, and then the real question is power. Spacially I think a car battery is just too big, powerwise I think something like an RC battery is too small.

Thinking of this as a DIY project, what suggestions/advice/improvements do you guys have?
 
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BiGyElLoWhAt said:
My dad has been asking about some speakers for his boat, something that will move a bit of air, not too big though. I'm thinking 1x12. He also wants it bluetooth and powered externally, so it doesn't drain the boat battery.

So I'm thinking 1x12 speaker in a small box that can fit inside the compartments in the boat, psoc hookup for bluetooth, and then the real question is power. Spacially I think a car battery is just too big, powerwise I think something like an RC battery is too small.

Thinking of this as a DIY project, what suggestions/advice/improvements do you guys have?
Why DIY instead of an existing commercial solution? What kind of wattage and battery life are you looking for? I'm seeing 12" bluetooth speakers on Amazon (with batteries) starting at $90.
 
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