Using schematics found on archive.org, Mark Longstaff rebuilt an analog circuit found in Roland's TR-808 Rhythm Composer. Which circuit? Oh, you know the one.
Recreating the Roland TR-808's legendary analog cowbell
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Guitar amps made with home-made vacuum tubes
Jdflyback, one of the Internet's insanely great hobbyists, has shared his latest creations. This time he's created an entire batch of guitar amplifiers that use his completely home-made, scratch built… READ THE REST
YouTuber reveals the hidden mechanism of booze security caps
Ever wonder how those booze bottle security caps work? They're designed to deter shoplifters from stealing the bottles by making them difficult to open. I suppose they also discourage shoppers… READ THE REST
Far-out commercial for Sharp electronics from 1978 tape of Star Wars Holiday Special (video)
Boing Boing pal Syd Garon shares this fantastic far-out 1978 commercial for Sharp electronics like "sensor touch calculators, state-of-the-art TVs and microwave cooking, precision AM/FM radios and cassette records, stereo… READ THE REST
Tech's best sidekick — this USB-c hub stand is just $139.99
TL;DR: The CASA Hub Ultra Laptop and Tablet Stand is on sale for just $139.99 (reg. $159) and offers full connectivity. When it comes to keeping your tech life organized, connected, and… READ THE REST
Your dream tablet for just $599
TL;DR: Get the grade-A refurbished Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 4th Gen (2020) in near-mint condition for just $599 (reg. $1,299). We all want a great-performing device to take with us on the go.… READ THE REST
Your Frenchie went a little too hard at the dog park? Clean up their cut with this kit!
TL;DR: Your dog deserves first aid care, so bring this $19.99 Pet Medic Med Pack during walks and hikes! Uh, oh! Arthur (your ferocious Frenchie, of course!) somehow cut his paw while play-fighting… READ THE REST
