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Permalink Reply by Murdoc_420 on March 30, 2016 at 11:45am

 Hmm, guess I can't edit original post.

 Here are images for the above items (links work too)

Permalink Reply by Murdoc_420 on March 30, 2016 at 3:14pm

 Thanks Wayfinder, can't find the milli-hours. 

 Honestly would just as soon have wall jack as anything, don't want to waste batteries.

 That power port is a couple bucks, can't find any on wires.

These are 10 for $2

http://www.ebay.com/itm/10-Pcs-5-5x-2-1mm-DC-Power-Supply-Jack-Sock...

guess I could get a toggle at hardware store. Couldn't find much on ebay, maybe I'm searching wrong.

 We used to have a radio shack, it dried up. 

Permalink Reply by Murdoc_420 on March 30, 2016 at 3:18pm

 This might work as battery? Rechargeable 12v.

 http://www.cabelas.com/product/Cabelas-Rechargeable-Volt-Battery/70...

 Could fit inside box if i only use one speaker. Probably has to remain upright?

Permalink Reply by Murdoc_420 on March 30, 2016 at 4:56pm

Awesome thanks for the help. Should be able to build this for $50. Battery being most of that.

 Might just do one speaker so I can house the battery inside. That would give me about 4-5" for a control panel in between. (toggle/volume)

Permalink Reply by Blind Lemon Cello on March 30, 2016 at 3:37pm

I built this a while back, awesome amp, but fairly expensive.

http://www.cigarboxnation.com/photo/buskin-blaster-1?context=user

I have also had great luck using Danelectro Honeytone amps you can get on eBay with 9V adaptor for around 25$, they kick butt & are cheap. Check out my vid of my Dano driving a 4X12, super loud. If interested I'll tell you how to do it, EZPZ.

http://www.cigarboxnation.com/video/digital-analog-test-1

Permalink Reply by Murdoc_420 on March 30, 2016 at 4:58pm

 Thanks, yeah that's a nice cab.

 The Dano would be cheaper but I'd look to do a more self built wood model. (Don't want to deal with that plastic housing-plastic is bad :D )

 I know I know, I'm still cheating by buying a premade amp and not wiring one up... Baby steps :)

Permalink Reply by Murdoc_420 on March 30, 2016 at 6:02pm

 I just realized that this amp has an 1/8 jack output. I have a few 1/4 to 1/8 adapters so I guess I could situate it so the volume and toggle are inside the panel, and the 1/4 adapter would be on the front panel under the speaker.

Permalink Reply by Blind Lemon Cello on March 31, 2016 at 12:39am

You could remove the insides of Dano & mount to wood case, plus you have tone & gain controls. Have fun with project.

Permalink Reply by Murdoc_420 on March 31, 2016 at 6:35am

Yeah but then I have the new plastic box that will be here for a million years that I have nothing to do with besides throw it away :(

Permalink Reply by Paul Craig on March 31, 2016 at 8:19am

Be mindful of how you wire the walwart jack(center pole + or -) and make sure the walwart plug is the right orientation or you'll possibly toast your amp.

Have fun and take your time. Check everything twice.

Permalink Reply by Murdoc_420 on April 1, 2016 at 9:20am

 Alright: Parts ordered.

 That amp above (looks like 3-7 weeks for delivery) :(  $3

 One speaker above. $10 with shipping

 Cabelas 12v recharge battery. This has clamps on ends of wire, suppose they can just be cut off. $35 with charger cable.

 Toggle switch from True Value ($3 as opposed to waiting for $1 online)

 Wires from True Value (I think 14g) bulk red/black/green $3

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 The wait begins.

Permalink Reply by Murdoc_420 on April 1, 2016 at 8:12pm

Sure thing, I'll try and carry it through to the end and have photos at least.

 Enough to make it easy enough for someone else to duplicate. (if it works :)  )

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