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How to Make a Matchbox Microphone

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How to Make a Matchbox Microphone

9,994,447 views November 14, 2015 3:40

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In brief

Build a functional matchbox microphone using basic materials like a matchbox, pencil leads, wires, and a battery. This simple project lets you pick up sounds from across a room and works well as an engaging science experiment for kids. No prior electronics experience is needed.

Questions & answers

What materials do I need?

A matchbox, pencil leads, wires, clips, a battery, and headphones or a speaker.

Is this safe for children to do?

Yes, the creator says it’s a fun and simple science experiment for kids.

Description from the creator

Make a microphone out of a matchbox and pencil leads. Listen to sounds and music from the other side of the house using this DIY microphone. Simple audio electronics project. You will also need a battery, some wires and clips, and a pair of headphones or a speaker. Fun and simple science experiment, and great to do with children.

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DaveHax published this 3:40 video tutorial on November 14, 2015. It has been watched 9,994,447 times on YouTube.

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DaveHax
Duration
3:40
Published
November 14, 2015
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9,994,447
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