DIY Wedding Audio Guestbook - Step-by-Step Tutorial

Learn how to create a DIY audio guestbook for weddings and events in this comprehensive tutorial. Convert a telephone handset into a recording device for guests to leave messages using a Teensy microcontroller and audio shield. Follow step-by-step instructions on identifying telephone components, wiring the system, installing necessary software, and programming the Teensy. Discover how to load and convert recorded messages using Audacity and SOX. Gain insights into cost-effective alternatives to expensive rental options, with a complete breakdown of required hardware and software. Perfect for those with basic electronics and coding knowledge looking to add a unique, personalized touch to special occasions.

00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:48 - Identifying Telephone Components
00:08:13 - Teensy Controller
00:10:47 - Fritzing Wiring Diagram
00:11:27 - Wiring the Telephone
00:15:07 - Installing TeensyDuino Software
00:18:01 - Programming the Teensy using the Arduino IDE
01:00:08 - Loading Recorded Messages using Audacity
01:02:14 - Batch conversion of Raw Audio Recordings using SOX
01:04:03 - Wrapup