Speakers

The MonkMakes Speaker for micro:bit is a neat little amplified speaker that connects to your micro:bit using alligator clips.

Features

• Amplified output
• LED ‘power on’ indicator
• Reverse polarity protection

Getting Started

Connecting to your micro:bit

Connect the Speaker to the micro:bit as shown below. When attaching the alligator clips to the micro:bit, make sure that the clips are perpendicular to the board so that they are not touching any of the neighbouring connectors on the micro:Bit edge connector.

HEX File

The quickest way to try out your speaker is to DOWNLOAD THIS HEX FILE and then copy it onto your micro:bit. Press Button A to hear a tune being played.

JavaScript Blocks Editor

Visit the Blocks Editor in your browser and then from the input section add an on button A pressed block then from the music section add a start melody block and select the tune you want to play (in this case, entertainer).

Click Download and then copy the file onto your micro:bit.

You can also make a simple musical instrument, using this tutorial: https://makecode.microbit.org/projects/hack-your-headphones/code

MicroPython

Paste the following code into the Python window and then Download the file and copy it onto your your micro:bit

from microbit import *
import music

while True:
    if button_a.was_pressed():
        music.play(music.ENTERTAINER)

When you press button A you will hear the tune “The Entertainer” play through the speaker.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/mu4klw-N8sw

•  Frequency Range: 30Hz~15000Hz
• Impedance: 2.2K Ohm
• Sensitivity: -52dB±5dB
• Plug: 3.5mm
• Length of cable: Approx 2m
• Net weight: 11g
• Colour: Black

• Impedance: 8Ω
• Power: 5W
• Dimensions: 100mm x 45mm x 21 mm

Features and specifications

• They are small and compact, so they can be brought anywhere.
• Powered by a single USB cable, have NO volume control knob, easy to use.
• Anti-interference and stereo sound.
• Crystal-clear treble.
• Space-saving design, they can be conveniently placed next to your PC monitors without compromising on valuable desk space.
• Built-in 2 speakers, balance and enhance the sound of your laptop, notebook, computer, PC, tablets, good for work, music, movies, games, etc.
• Acoustic quality stereo sound, let your room filled with music, movies, or computer games.
• No driver is needed for Windows, Linux and macOS, just plug and play!
• Great for
  • Enhance any media experience while at home, office, kitchen, basement, or on the go.
  • Upgrade to your computer's weakened or faint internal speakers. Perfect USB Speakers for Windows PCs, Desktop Computer, Laptop.
  • Daily listening, static listening at home or office.
• Material: Plastic
• Output Power: 3W*2
• Channel: 2.0
• Frequency Response Range: 25Hz-20KHz
• Separation: ≥40dB
• Power Supply: USB 5V
• SNR: ≥80dB
• Voltage: 5V
• Connectivity: USB
• Number of speakers: 2
• USB Cable Length: 47 inches
• Connection radius: direct connection

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