Sunday, 17 August 2025

Tick-Tach: A DIY Timegrapher Microphone for Watch Enthusiasts

Mechanical watches may seem timeless, but keeping them accurate requires precise adjustment. That’s where a timegrapher comes in. Traditionally a tool for professional watchmakers, a timegrapher measures the tiny variations in a watch’s ticking to reveal how well its movement is performing.

Saturday, 12 July 2025

Technics SL-DL1 1980's Linear Legend Turntable Electrolytic Recap



Technics SL-DL1 1980's Linear Legend Turntable Electrolytic Recap. Vintage precision meets timeless sound.

Thursday, 19 June 2025

Friday, 13 June 2025

2025 Moppyduino Project Reboot

After more than a decade, I’ve rebooted my original 2013 Moppyduino project with a fresh 2025 edition—packed with new features, refined aesthetics, and modern upgrades.

This latest version retains the nostalgic charm of floppy drive music but introduces a suite of enhancements to make the build sleeker, more functional, and fully standalone.

Friday, 6 June 2025

GLEDOPTO GL-C-015WL WLED Controller ESP32 module Pinout


I've put together a quick pinout diagram of the GLEDOPTO GL-C-015WL WLED controller's proprietary daughterboard, using the ESP32-WROOM-32E N4 module. 

This should be helpful for any internal modifications—like adding an infrared (IR) receiver by tapping into the spare GPIO and 3.3V power rail.




ESP32-WROOM-32E N4 module


Friday, 28 February 2025

Sennheiser HD580 Jubilee Headphone Woody Mod





In 1995, to celebrate Sennheiser’s 50th anniversary, a special limited-edition HD580 Jubilee was released. It featured thermoplastic carbon fiber components, metal grilles, and precisely matched drivers. This limited run effectively served as the prototype for the legendary HD600.