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Title: Slim Dual Screen Jukebox
Post by: Brian74 on December 08, 2014, 04:49:04 pm
I had finished my original jukebox before we got are new house. Only to find out, it would not fit down the stair to the arcade.  :banghead: We have been here a little over a year now. Since we have moved in, I have added a few more cabs, but still wanted a jukebox. So I started looking around trying to find something I could re purpose as a jukebox. Nothing fit the bill, so I started drawing. Now, I am not the best craftsman. Everything I try to build ends up half-ass or I just lose interest. But I was determined to follow this all the way threw. For the software, I planned on using TouchJams. It supports multi-screens and a beta-brite. It can also be used for karaoke.

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj561/Xx_Brian74_xX/FB_IMG_1410901785512.jpg) 
I started with a 4x8 sheet of 3/4" MDF and this is what I ended up with for the sides.

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj561/Xx_Brian74_xX/20140918_154257.jpg)
The panels for the 22" touchscreen, Eq lights and speakers cut and test fitted.

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj561/Xx_Brian74_xX/20140925_172733.jpg)
Openings for the speakers, screens and Eq lights cut out. Decided against using a 17" on top and went with a 19".

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj561/Xx_Brian74_xX/FB_IMG_1411852958573.jpg)
Monitors test fitted.

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj561/Xx_Brian74_xX/20140927_172141.jpg)
Same with the speakers and Eq lights.

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj561/Xx_Brian74_xX/20141020_183136.jpg)
I decided to go with carbon fiber, chrome T-molding and diamond plate for the bottom. Fans also installed.

(http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj561/Xx_Brian74_xX/20141029_200649.jpg)
Here it is basically finished. I added the beta-brite and RGB leds underneath and in the back.
I also added usb mics and microphone holders.

http://youtu.be/kq-HWKCLBTc (http://youtu.be/kq-HWKCLBTc)
Short video of the finished project.

Title: Re: Slim Dual Screen Jukebox
Post by: yotsuya on December 08, 2014, 04:59:54 pm
I love it, bro! I was going to so a similar stand up one but ended up going wall-mount. Yours look great!  :cheers:
Title: Re: Slim Dual Screen Jukebox
Post by: rablack97 on December 08, 2014, 05:02:40 pm
 :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud:

Man, your cutting skills are awesome, nice clean lines...

end result is too cool, love it.......but geez you could go into a seizure walking in that room of yours.
Title: Re: Slim Dual Screen Jukebox
Post by: pbj on December 08, 2014, 05:12:29 pm
That looks suspiciously like a DDR machine. 
Title: Re: Slim Dual Screen Jukebox
Post by: Brian74 on December 08, 2014, 05:29:30 pm
Thanks a lot for the compliments guys!!  :cheers: I was kinda hesitant on even doing a build thread. I build equality isnt near par to some of you, so I feel kind of embarrassed.

 
I love it, bro! I was going to so a similar stand up one but ended up going wall-mount. Yours look great!  :cheers:

Thanks Yotsuya! I started a wall-mount, but with two screens it was going to be big. So I just decided to make it full-size.  Plus, it can be used for more then just a jukebox this way.

:applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud:

Man, your cutting skills are awesome, nice clean lines...

end result is too cool, love it.......but geez you could go into a seizure walking in that room of yours.

Thanks rablack, yeah you could go into a seizure, but the kids love it and it just adds something to the whole room!

That looks suspiciously like a DDR machine. 

This is where I got my inspiration from (http://c.shld.net/rpx/i/s/pi/mp/5192/7196969213?src=http%3A%2F%2Fcdn1a.dazadi.com%2Fimages%2Fp300%2Fmer_mega_fusion.jpg&d=2ded4b093468c240cb204b15f1f5bee84c9a0f18)
Title: Re: Slim Dual Screen Jukebox
Post by: yotsuya on December 08, 2014, 05:35:14 pm
Thanks a lot for the compliments guys!!  :cheers: I was kinda hesitant on even doing a build thread. I build equality isnt near par to some of you, so I feel kind of embarrassed.

 
I love it, bro! I was going to so a similar stand up one but ended up going wall-mount. Yours look great!  :cheers:

Thanks Yotsuya! I started a wall-mount, but with two screens it was going to be big. So I just decided to make it full-size.  Plus, it can be used for more then just a jukebox this way.

Don't ever be hesitant to post your stuff! You're among friend here.

I actually went from standup to wall mount because I wanted the floor space for my cocktail. It's stored underneath the juke when not in use.
Title: Re: Slim Dual Screen Jukebox
Post by: Brian74 on December 08, 2014, 05:40:13 pm
Thanks a lot for the compliments guys!!  :cheers: I was kinda hesitant on even doing a build thread. I build equality isnt near par to some of you, so I feel kind of embarrassed.

 
I love it, bro! I was going to so a similar stand up one but ended up going wall-mount. Yours look great!  :cheers:

Thanks Yotsuya! I started a wall-mount, but with two screens it was going to be big. So I just decided to make it full-size.  Plus, it can be used for more then just a jukebox this way.

Don't ever be hesitant to post your stuff! You're among friend here.

I actually went from standup to wall mount because I wanted the floor space for my cocktail. It's stored underneath the juke when not in use.
Thanks Yotsuya, that means a lot. Guess I should do one for my touchscreen slot machine, that is in a real slot machine! LoL
Title: Re: Slim Dual Screen Jukebox
Post by: Generic Eric on December 08, 2014, 05:55:31 pm
Guess I should do one for my touchscreen slot machine, that is in a real slot machine! LoL

Yes. Yes you should!