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ihatedtoadmit · 10 months ago

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The Windows To My Soul [6]

pairing: OT8 x fem! reader

genre: soulmates, fluff, crack

warnings: Please read the 'Summary' of this series, all are listed there!

word count: ~3.5k

summary: Everything comes crashing down, and somehow the explanation for it makes sense to your jumbled brain.

author's note: Since I had this written already and I'll get busy, I'm feeding you guys with a double update. Please don't forget to take your delulu pills, unlike me.

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The next time my eyes opened, I was alone on the couch, the room plunged into darkness.

For a few seconds I just laid there, blinking at the dark ceiling, not knowing why I woke up so suddenly. I wasn’t particularly thirsty, my bladder wasn’t full and not even my leg was cramping viciously, as if it was out for my blood.

But then the pain registered in my brain.

It was that same, dull ache in my ribcage, just amplified twofold. It was a miserable constant throughout my whole chest, pulsing with every heartbeat, as if the two synced up and became one. Not only that, but it gradually started seeping into my left arm and neck, as if it was a slow working poison.

I sat up slowly, my back cracking along, something I had sadly grown used to after a few years. One of my hands raised up to my chest, just above where my erratic heart lied, massaging the area fruitlessly.

Why did I have such a useless, shitty body? It broke down every chance it got, ruining my little happiness in life constantly.

I sighed, carding a hand through my hair and swinging my feet over the edge of the couch, just sitting there, zoning out in the pitch black room. The pain was bad, maybe even worse if I was honest with myself for a second or two, but I could tolerate it if I really tried.

So tried, I did.

I quietly shuffled around the room after standing up, holding my arms out in front of myself as a safety precaution, knowing how clumsy I could get sometimes. I could hardly see anything, with the windows being completely covered and all. But thankfully, I somehow made my way to the front door without tripping over anything -a miracle in itself, mind you-. Now it was time to search for my bag and– ah, there it was. Fishing my phone out of it, I turned on the flashlight and used it to find my little sketchbook and pencil case I usually took with myself on my travels. They were similar to my headphones: something I couldn’t live with, their presence providing me with a blanket of safety.

Having successfully located and retrieved said items, I quietly sneaked back to the living room and sat down on the ground at the coffee table, knees popping and cracking as I bent them to be by my side.

I could use my phone's flashlight to doodle around no problem, so that was what I decided to go with. But only after ensuring my mask was on and my headphones were sitting over my ears snugly, then connecting the device to my phone via Bluetooth and disabling ambient awareness after I had retrieved it from the same lil coffee table. I needed to blast music into my ears, to not let any thought form or process in my mind, lest they consume me alive.

Lines formed on the paper as I was listening to Volcano by Han on repeat, soon turning into little skzoo figures goofing and fooling around. Some were tiny, held in a hand safely, while some were bigger, more backpack-sized. Scenarios that never happened were imagined on the paper, along with ones that were recorded and put up onto the internet. Sometimes, a ninth animal could be seen amongst them, as I was unable to stop myself from drawing my own character, even in the presence of the boys.

Time flew by without me noticing, my goal reached as I could shut the thought of misery and pain out of my head.

But then someone grabbed my shoulder, causing me to let out a small scream and throw my pen away into the 4th dimension.

I jerked my head to their direction instinctually, connecting eyes with Chan, someone who was rightfully looking surprised and maybe even scared. There was definitely a little scared in there. I quickly took my headphones off, the loud music only heard for a second before it automatically paused -pros of having smart headphones- and I immediately apologised to the startled male.

"Naur, naur, it's okay, sorry for startling ya. When did you wake up? It's still pretty early in the morning." "Oh, not too long ago." - I lied, not wanting to be a bother still. "I see. But still, you should go back to sleep if ya can."

I gently shook my head at his proposal, the ache in my body too great to ignore and enter the lands of dreams.

He hummed in response, yet his eyebrows furrowed slightly for just a second. I noticed them, even as he masked it with a light smile and changed the topic to what I had been doing, eyes already scanning over my pages filled to the brim with loose-lined sketches.

Realising I was literally drawing their stuff, skzoo, I quickly shut my notebook closed, embarrassed enough to consider digging myself a hole somewhere. I couldn't show it to them, no, never. Besides, they were mere sketches, nothing too spectacular.

Despite all those thoughts circling in my head, Chan whined and begged me to show him, having probably already seen it was related to his idol group. But I didn't budge, not even as he poked my sides and decided to tickle me in the earliest hours of the day.

Like, damn, he really fucking tickled my sides. The man showed no mercy, even though he knew what state I was in, having been the one who kept putting ice packs on it.

And I was just left there, wheezing and dying as silently as I could, not wanting to wake the others up in my losing battle for air.

But as luck would have it, they soon started waking up and decided to join us anyway. Well, him, really, as I was the victim of the two aussies now, left completely at their mercy.

Thankfully, the two soon stopped, probably due to my still very much injured arm and allowed me to catch my breath. And I did, desperately inhaling as much as I could as I laid there on my back, my breath hitching with every sharp pain that could be felt in my chest. It was as if a searing hot metal was pressed into my skin, the feeling moving in a strangely rule-abiding pattern. I shut my eyes closed, jaw tightly held together as I rolled over, not wanting to be seen grimacing, the feeling now slowly ebbing off and easing up a tad.

Soon the initial shock wore off and I could quickly sit up, my face not showing any signs of discomfort even as the hurting place now felt raw and throbbed relentlessly in sync with my racing heartbeat.

"Don't get me wrong, I would never pass on a good tickle session, but what was the occasion?" - Felix asked, laying partly on top of Chan, the two acting calm thankfully. "Oh yea, Eevee doesn't wanna show me her art. Even though I saw a Bbokari in there too." - Chan casually replied, having the gall to even pout, as if he didn't just release the little devil on me.

I stared at him incredulously, feeling wounded and betrayed.

Sure enough, Felix whipped his head over to my direction, eyes glinting with something I couldn't quite identify, yet it still caused a shiver to run down my spine. Without a second of a doubt I lunged at my sketchbook, holding it close to my chest and scrambling off of the floor before the man could take it from me.

He was very, very close to it though.

The sunshine incarnate pleaded with me, his voice turning whiny and higher pitched than usual, but it didn't work on me. I continued to run, run to my little bag and hide my little sketchbook in there, out of anyone’s desperate reach.

Somehow, by some miracle, I succeeded, zipping it back up right as Felix slammed into me.

Good thing I was already sitting, otherwise I would have fallen to the ground with full force. I would not have appreciated that.

"But Eeveeee, lemme seeee, pleaseeeee!!" "Naur." "Eeeveeeee, please please pleaseeee?" "F-felix-..." "Come on, pretty please with a cherry on top?"

I could only stare at him, at the famous idol, who had the body of a sculpture crafted by the gods themselves, just… whine and plead to see my shitty art.

"These…are only sketches, Felix. Really not something worthy to be begging for. Ask Hyunjin to draw you some next time."

His expression shifted, eyebrows pulled together and lips set into a slight frown.

"I want to see your art. Not Hyunjin's, Picasso's or anyone else's. Why would you say that?" "Because theirs is better. It's a simple fact."

He put his hands on my shoulders, holding me at arm's length, eyes fixated on me with a fierce fire burning inside.

"Don't say that, ever again. Jesus, you're just like Channie hyung."

His lips were slightly arched down and his nose was scrunched up, but I could only stare and etch the sight into my memory. He looked so genuinely offended at what I had said that I found myself at a loss for words, unable to argue.

Not getting any reaction, he pulled me up by my uninjured hand and led me back to the couch, where everyone else was already sitting, much to my surprise. Jisung's eyes lit up and he beckoned us over, wiggling his way into my lap somehow -only after putting my beloved headphones away, since they were in his stubborn way-. Felix was no better, practically attached to me with how he was hugging me and all.

I looked down at them; they were cheerfully chatting with the others as if this whole thing was completely normal, even though it felt like a fever dream, if anything. Not even the others were that phased by our position, at max you could see amusement dancing on their faces.

It was just so confusing to me, as I looked between the two and the others.

I had no choice but to silently accept it. I guess I had two cuddly cats now or something. Well, technically a quokka and a chicken, if I wanted to be extremely accurate.

"Right, Eevee, we're gonna order some food, eat and then get you checked by a doctor, ‘kay? Is there something you wanna eat in particular?" - Chan spoke up, breaking me out of my short daze. "Oh, uh, no thank you. I'm not hungry." "What, no, you have to eat something!" - Jisung's raised voice earned the attention of the others, heads turning to our direction. "Sungie is right, eat at least a lil bit." - Felix murmured into my ear. "But I'm fine, I usually don't eat breakfast." - I replied, earning some gasps and not so happy grunts.

Before I could even defend myself, Minho sent me the nastiest glare I had ever seen, making me shrink into myself and hide behind Felix and Jisung. Everyone started speaking in korean, while the two in my hold lectured me about the importances of eating breakfast. They were strict and didn't let me speak up, only when relaying my answers about allergies and food preferences to the others.

Yeah, no, these men literally just ordered me food and didn't let me even argue about it.

As Han was listing off all the japanese food he loved the most -mainly for breakfast- and how he wanted me to try them out too, that same, searing pain appeared in my chest. I clenched my jaw shut, teeth grinding together painfully as I tried my best to not show any discomfort on my face. I lowered my head slightly, hoping that Felix and Jisung would shield me from everyone's view.

It hurt.

The feeling radiated and seeped into my arm too, making me unable to pinpoint its source anymore. The limb felt numb, my fingers unable to feel the soft fabric of Jisung's shirt anymore. My breathing wanted to pick up, but I forced it to remain as unchanged as I could, hoping I would succeed.

My pulse was an entirely different beast though.

"Hey, are you okay?"

I looked down at the dark-haired boy in my hold; that now familiar, worried expression sitting on his face.

God damn it me, stop worrying them!

I put on a smile and nodded, hoping to convince him, even though they couldn’t see the expression from the mask that covered half of my face. I hoped to ease Felix’s nerves too with these actions, because he was looking at me the same way, causing the flower of worry to bloom in my chest.

"Your pulse says otherwise. And your hold on me."

Fuck. I didn't even realise I tightened my hold on his waist.

"I'm, uh, I just don't like doctors. I'm nervous about the visit."

It wasn't even a lie anyway, I really did dislike doctors, especially because I would most probably understand nothing from the conversation, since we were in Japan and it was harder to find an english-speaker person here than you would think.

My answer seemed to have placated them, because they settled back against me -the notion of gentle fingers drawing shapes on me not going unnoticed- and continued chatting. I joined in occasionally, whenever they directed a question at me specifically. But otherwise, I was back in my little shell, observing them and zoning out.

Because I was still not okay.

But soon enough, the food arrived and everyone bounded over to the dining table, loudly bickering and joking around. I was dragged there too -quite literally-, finding myself sitting between Minho and Seungmin. How, I had no clue. But their glares and menacing reputation must have had a say in it, if I had to guess.

The table was full of different types of foods, everyone able to find something that fit their taste easily. Before I could even think about what to choose, food started piling up on my plate, my own hands not even fully holding my utensil. Naturally, that meant it was the doing of the two men sitting next to me, Seungmin even explaining what was what innocently. I blinked at him and Minho, confusion most probably sitting on my face.

Nobody did anything about it though, as they just continued on as if nothing was wrong.

With a last, confused and tired blink I nodded back at Seungmin in thanks, picking up my chopsticks and messily eating -this sadly meant i had to pull my mask down to my chin, strengthening my racing pulse-. Messily, because my arm was slightly trembling and while I could use chopsticks, I wasn't a pro at it. And I was nervous as fuck. And also still not that hungry.

But somehow I managed to finish eating, without staining any of my clothes. Okay, well, the hoodie was still mine, something that kept slipping from my mind. The food was divine -i loved japanese food after all-, but I couldn't enjoy it well.

My neck, chest and left arm felt as if they were about to burst into flames and become ash, as if someone was prodding around with a sharp, ablaze rod and then pouring icy water on it afterwards, scarring the flesh permanently.

It felt stifling.

"Hey, you okay there Eevee?" - a soft voice asked from my right, my eyes finding a worried looking Seungmin there. "Oh, uhm, y-yeah, I'm just. Full, yeah, thank you for the food. It was really good. I'll, I'll be right back though."

I waited for a response after I rambled out my answer, gaining a slow nod.

Good enough.

I clumsily stood up, hitting my hip into the chair slightly in my haste, but it didn't matter.

I just needed to get away.

The moment the bathroom door was closed, I wrestled Hyunjin's sweater off and looked into the mirror.

There was a pattern on my chest and left arm, one even barely forming on the sides of my neck.

They were smaller and not connected, but the strange ink glistened on my skin with iridescent colours in swirls and lines, drawing out different, beautiful shapes. One was around my heart and breast, gentle feathers covering the skin and ribs resting beneath. The other was more sharp around the edges, yet the cherry blossoms softened up the picture just right on my bicep.

I–...

I had never gotten any tattoos in my entire life.

What the fuck was all this then?!

As I was about to rub at the mysterious ink, the pain flared up and made me dizzy, forcing me to grip the sink with all the strength I could muster up, lest I fell sideways into the bathtub.

Unfortunately, at that exact moment a knock could be heard, my lightheaded self barely registering the sound.

"Eevee, are you alright in there? You've been inside for an awful while…"

Shit, it was Felix.

I quickly gathered up the last wisps of my strength and went to the door, opening it up just enough for me to peek through. I still didn't have a shirt on after all.

"Y-yeah uh… about that. Can I have a weird question?" "Uhm, sure?" "What would you do if tattoos you had never before seen in your life randomly appeared on your skin?" "Huh?"

The man just looked confused and stunned amidst his worry, and rightfully so. I showed him my arm, extending it out through the gap. He gingerly held the injured limb in his tiny hands, running a few fingers over the newly appeared ink in fascination.

Before he could comment on it, I leaned against the nearby wall a bit too loudly, making him look up and let out a loud gasp.

"Eevee, are you in pain?! Hey, talk to me. Look at me, that's it. Where does it hurt?" - Felix asked as he forced himself into the room much to my dismay, taking my head into his hands and looking into my eyes. "My chest and arm…m-my…neck t-too" - it was all I could say without my voice fully breaking, the pain becoming worse and worse with every second. "Alright, okay, sit tight while I grab Chan hyung, okay? Don't go anywhere!"

And with that, he was out of my sight, his gentle warmth leaving as well. The air suddenly felt too thin, too warm and I had no choice but to slowly slide down the wall onto the ground, sitting there with increasingly hazier eyesight. Oh, and I still had my contact lenses in, that definitely didn't help with that situation at all.

A searing pain travelled through my neck, as if my carotid artery was about to burst into tiny pieces, as if its only goal was to leave me bleeding out on the cold tile floor.

It was as if no matter how much I breathed, no air entered my lungs.

Two figures then appeared in my vision, their sentences a bit muffled and far away sounding. But after a few seconds I could make out that it was Chan and Felix, their worry practically palpable in the scorching air.

"Eevee, can you stand? Eevee! Hey, don't fall asleep, stay with us. I'll… I'll carry you now, okay? Hold on tight!" - Chan said, carefully and hastily gathering me into his arms, Felix draping the red hoodie over my vulnerable form.

Chan's steps were short and quick, shouting out things I didn't understand. Felix was running next to him, talking to me, but only half of it was truly registering in my brain, and that was a generous estimation.

Chan's steps suddenly halted, making me look up at him. He was staring ahead, eyes wide and jaw tight. Following his gaze, I was met with an unknown man, formally clothed and dishevelled looking.

He was talking frantically, breath a bit short, as if he was in a hurry. I didn't understand any of it, of course, but I felt like none of the words were directed at me anyway.

Although when I heard someone mutter the word 'Soulmates…?', I looked at them, confused.

It was Chan once again, his eyes darting between me and everyone else.

The conversation kept going, but it was starting to turn into an argument between several people. The others had arrived as well, gathering around us. I didn't get what it was about, not until Felix uttered 'You're our soulmate?' as he looked at me.

Only then did my delirious eyes notice the others' stares, the gesturing at me, Chan's tightening grip on me.

It was so obvious looking back at it.

But…

"How? I'm..."

The last thing my brain registered were arms holding me tightly and panicked shouting surrounding me.

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Taglist: @skzstaykatsy @vampcharxter @linlinaert @yoongibelike

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lou-struck · 2 years ago

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A Hot and Cold Christmas Present

Shoto Todoroki x Reader

Day 15: A Hot and Cold Christmas Gift

25 Days of Ficmas Masterlist

~Shoto doesn't like your White Elephant Gift.

Shoto Todoroki loves watching you open presents. To him, there is just something so endearing about watching you tear away layer after layer of wrapping paper to reveal the gift you received from your white elephant gift exchange.

“Ooh, a heated blanket?” You ask curiously, holding up the box for all to see.

“That was from me Y/n” Mina’s voice calls from the armchair she’s lounging in. A pair of new Bluetooth headphones strung around her neck. “The cool thing about this blanket is, it doesn’t just heat up, it can cool you down too.”

“Ha!” sounds like you don’t need Icy Hot anymore,” bellows Bakugou from his seat on the couch.

The comment brings about good-natured laughter from you and the rest of your friends, but Shoto grips his armrest tighter.

‘A blanket that can heat you up and cool you down?’ Your boyfriend mumbles to himself. “Am I really that replaceable?”

His mumbling goes unnoticed as Denki brings out a tall tray of jello shots stacked like a Christmas tree. “Drink up everyone.” He laughs, handing them to everyone in the room.

And as his friends begin to pound the boozy jello, Shoto stares intently at your gift and wonders if he is that replaceable.

On the way back from the party, the rain came unexpectedly, the chilly droplets soaking through your clothes and chilling you to the bone. The changing temperatures may not bother Shoto, but it bothers you.

“Here you go,” he says, taking off his suit jacket and draping it over your shoulders before pulling you into the warm side of his body.

“Th-thank you, S-shoto.” you shiver as the two of you break out into an awkward little run. Your boyfriend's arms around you make it hard to move quickly. Getting to your front door, the clouds from your heavy breathing fill the air.

Your fingers feel numb as you pull the cold metal keys from your pocket. Your shivers amplify the soft jingling sound they usually make. Shoto's heterochromatic gaze locks on to yours as he coaxes the metal ring from your hands. "I'll take care of this, My Love," he says, unlocking the usually stubborn door in front of you.

You waste no time tossing your bags in the entrance hall and rushing to change into warmer clothes and covering yourself in all the blankets you can find while your boyfriend takes the shower.

Even though you are wearing thick pajama bottoms, two pairs of fuzzy socks, and more blankets than the mattress from the story of the Princess and the Pea, your skin still prickles from the freezing rain. You yearn for Shoto's warmth, but his showers can take forever. Looking around, you scan the room, looking for something else you can use to cover yourself with.

It's then you remember your little gift from the Secret Santa Party. A heated blanket would more than warm you up in your current condition. Getting up from your cocoon of fabric, you grab the gift bag and tear open the box hastily, ripping the sides and pulling the folded garment from its cardboard sleeve.

The long cord just barely reaches the outlet, so you have to shift a bit toward the wall, but already the soft humming heats the blanket that covers you nicely. The chill that lingers on your skin slowly melts into nothingness, like an ice cube in a cup of hot tea. You are so comfortable you don't hear the water turning off.

Feeling warm and content, your muscles relax and your movements become sluggish with a deep desire to rest. Leaning back onto your bed you see the bathroom door open. Light and steam from the shower pour in through the crack as Shoto emerges clad in a pair of gray sweats and a black tee shirt you got him for Christmas.

He flops down on the bed and glances at you with a soft smile. "You look adorable all wrapped up under those blankets."

"I got cold," you smile. "You wouldn't understand what it's like for people like me who don't have built-in temperature controls."

"I guess I wouldn't," he says, placing his hand on his chin in thought, "Are you warming up a bit?"

You nod excitedly, tugging at the corner of the heated blanket around you for him to see. "Yea, this blanket from the White Elephant is warming me up."

He quirks a brow and notes the cord plugged into the wall. "The heated blanket?"

"That's the one."

Shoto's eye twitches in a way you have never seen before. His gaze shifts between you and the blanket, taking a nervous breath.

"Shoto? is everything okay?"

"Are you warm now?" he asks, ignoring your question and sliding off the mattress.

"Well, yeah. I guess I am," you say, watching him move across the room.

"Good," he says, bending down and unplugging the heated blanket from the wall. "So you don't need this anymore."

"Hey, I was using that." You huff, feeling the rapidly cooling blanket around you. With a shrug, you let it slide down your shoulder and toss it to the floor.

"Y/n," he says, looking guilty. "Please don't replace me."

You blink dumbly up at him, "What the hell? Why would I replace you Shoto?"

"The blanket... Bakugou said at the party you wouldn't need me anymore because it can do what I can."

Your poor, sweet boyfriend. You remember hearing the Blond man's joke at the party but didn't think too much of it. but Shoto must have taken it to heart. Your heart feels tight in your chest at the thought of Shoto feeling so replaceable in your relationship.

"Come here," you say softly, opening your arms. "It's just a blanket. I promise you are much more important to me than anything."

"D-do you mean that?" he asks, sliding back into bed.

"Of course I do. I love you."

"I love you too," he says, pressing a soft kiss to your outstretched hand. "I just thought you wouldn't want me to hold you anymore."

"That's a bit silly," you giggle. "I always want your cuddles."

"Even now?" he says quickly.

"Especially now," you laugh, wrapping your arms around him.

"Good,' he murmurs looking at you as if you had personally hung all the stars in the sky. "Because I won't let go."

#shoto todoroki #bnha x reader #my hero academia #bnha fluff #bnha #todoroki x reader #shoto x reader #todoroki shouto x reader #mha fluff #25 days of fic mas

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kushblazer666 · 5 months ago

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my stupid brick thats just a bluetooth reciever and a headphone amplifier with a jack shouldnt exist and be a totally bespoke product. that i actually do need it speaks volumes

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mechanical-creature · 5 months ago

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Putting a headphone jack in a Fairphone 4

TLDR with this procedure you sacrifice the lower loudspeaker, but the upper one will still behave as normal. Calls and other audio seem to work just fine. There is some interference from internals that gets picked up by amplified speakers, I'm sure there's a way to filter it, this is mainly a proof of concept. This is not really a guide and I do not guarantee anything at all.

I really liked my Fairphone 4 except that it didn't have a 3.5mm jack like normal phones used to have. And my car has never heard of Bluetooth. So I started joking about drilling a hole in it.

I found this green TRS jack on a USB DAC and found it would fit inside. I took this photo with a DSi camera. Originally I thought I might be able to fit both the jack and the speaker, and I had this elaborate plan to make a cut in the mainboard and move the vibrating motor elsewhere,

but decided against it because I had no idea what losing that one contact would do. I did a test and found no major issues with removing the bottom loudspeaker. If I needed the phone to be loud, I'd hook something else up anyway. I bought a second loudspeaker and horrendously dissected it.

I used a knife. If you do this you should absolutely use a dremel tool and not a knife. Unless you don't have a dremel tool

The plan is, remove the speaker part. You do not have to completely de-laminate the two layers of plastic. Just this section of the bottom layer. The top layer has pretty colors and conductive tape and contacts for mysterious purposes. Maybe antenna.

Next, you must drill the hole. We're not quite sure what the case is made of, but it probably involves aluminum. I had a drill press and clamps, but I went to my friend's house. He doesn't have clamps or many drill bits, but he knows metal. The jack barrel was like 5.1mm in outer diameter, and after lamenting that all our bits were in imperial, we settled on a 7/32". We removed all components from the chassis including mainboard and screen before drilling.

Here, we went for a hole that was centered on the middle hole of the speaker grill. However, if you do this, you will need to also remove some more metal, because the jack will need to be kind of submerged in the floor. We also had to sand down one side of the jack paper thin to make it sit flat against the back of the screen module. In hindsight, I should have marked where the jack wanted to sit before drilling. This would have us drill at the edge of the case, but it would be closed off by the phone's back cover anyway so it wouldn't matter. Just plan out your hole instead of eyeballing it.

Unfortunately, we did not get any pictures of the fit after we were done. Probably for the best, so no one has to see the metal carnage.

Once it was in place, it was time to wire it. The speaker module presses a flat flex cable up against these two contacts on the board.

I originally managed to solder to the flat cable, but then made a mistake and tore the pads, so I ended up soldering directly to those spring pins on the mainboard. I used magnet wire for everything. I just connected both the L and R pins of the jack to this one speaker output because I didn't feel like probing out the top speaker connector and running wire up there just yet. Ideally I would have a switched jack that interrupts the top speaker, but that's for later. I might salvage something from an Apple device, their jacks tend to be compact.

Hot glued the thing in place, and this is the end result. It works just great with passive headphones. I'll upload a demo video when I get the chance, I've already used my 1 video. I wish I had taken better pictures, but it wasn't very convenient.

The caveats in the beginning apply. It's also way too loud because it's meant to drive a speaker, and it's balanced for that too. I might be able to put a resistor divider on there to reduce the output volume and let a louder signal drown out the interference a bit better?

I have no idea if this is a thing people do, putting audio jacks in their phones. But I would think that replacing the speaker like this would work on a lot of different phones. Maybe worth trying?

#creatura posts #fairphone #fairphone 4 #headphone jack #fp4 audio jack project

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effemimaniac · 1 year ago

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genuinely really curious about your setup and the why of it. bc im guessing there is a cool and interesting why of it. god i hope this sounds sincere and not condescending bc i mean it for real but im also very stoned. you know how it goes. i like heaven laptop and wanna know more. if thats okay. pls. 👍

sure! basically it's a lot of me trying to work the best with what I've got and ending up with something that works pretty well actually but looks a bit odd (in a cool way I hope. like lain). it's evolved gradually. I'll put this under a cut because I am caffeinated and the explanation became rambly lol

^same image as before copied for illustration

I like big desks and having desk space to put things but my desk is not big at all, I also prefer my monitors higher up, and I like music and good audio. I don't like spending lots of money unnecessarily. so the solution that has emerged is this oddly tiered lovingly thrown together system. my monitor has little in the way of adjustability nor does it support VESA mounts, so having it set up on top of the speaker on top of the monitor stand gets it to a comfortable height for me. It's also conveniently a good position for the left speaker. the right speaker is at about the same height stacked on top of the subwoofer and my old desktop I don't really use anymore. I got a monitor arm with laptop holder attachment to allow me to set up my laptop to a matching height, it also frees up the desk space it would otherwise take up, and since I prefer to use an external keyboard + mouse anyway the angle of it doesn't matter to me. the plugging and unplugging is simplified by the USB-C hub I zip tied onto the bottom of the laptop holder but I still have More devices than it has ports.

connected to this is the monitor, keyboard, mouse, bluetooth keyboard+touchpad, and external HDD, respectively.

all of this results in having a lot of functionality while still having enough usable desk space on this small desk to not feel cramped.

as for audio, I have a nifty steinberg USB audio interface I scored on the cheap. I got this to do music stuff, I can plug my bass straight into it and it generally makes using ableton and the likes significantly smoother. it's also really great for switching between headphones and speakers, I just have to turn one up and turn the other down with the physical volume knobs. I have my headphones plugged into the headphone port of this, and the main output goes to a regular degular sony stereo amplifier below my TV which goes to the speakers on my desk and the floor standing speakers to each side of my TV. that's the secret power of this setup, I just have to turn on the TV, turn around the monitor and press a button on the amplifier to switch between the A and B speaker outputs to set it to Bed Mode.

^bed mode POV.

I keep the bluetooth keyboard + touchpad always plugged in, and the TV generally plugged in also so it's easy to smoothly transition to a reclined and relaxed PC using experience. The subwoofer is in a position that works well enough for either pair of speakers. I got all of these speakers and the amp as a set for $60 off of facebook marketplace, they're meant to be surround but there's no rules saying it can't just be two stereo in one. hope you enjoyed this bedroom tour of my weird computer setup 👍

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blogshopnow1 · 9 months ago

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Unleashing the Power of Bluetooth Active Noise Reduction Stereo With Microphone: The Ultimate Gaming Companion

In the realm of gaming, immersion is key. Whether you're navigating through a virtual battlefield or exploring the depths of a digital universe, having the right equipment can make all the difference. That's where Bluetooth Active Noise Reduction Stereo with Microphone comes into play. In this article, we'll delve into the world of gaming headsets, specifically focusing on their benefits, features, and why they're a must-have for any avid gamer

1. Introduction

Gaming has transcended mere entertainment; it's now an experience. To truly immerse oneself in the virtual realm, a reliable gaming headset is indispensable. Among the myriad options available, Bluetooth Active Noise Reduction Stereo with Microphone stands out for its unparalleled features and performance.

2. Evolution of Gaming Headsets

From basic wired headphones to sophisticated wireless setups, gaming headsets have undergone a remarkable transformation. Bluetooth technology has revolutionized the way gamers interact with audio, offering freedom of movement without compromising on quality.

3. Understanding Bluetooth Active Noise Reduction

Active Noise Reduction (ANR) technology enhances the gaming experience by eliminating background noise, allowing players to focus solely on the game's audio cues. Bluetooth connectivity further amplifies this convenience, providing seamless integration with various devices.

4. The Importance of Microphone

Communication is integral to multiplayer gaming. With a built-in microphone, Bluetooth headsets enable crystal-clear voice chat, fostering teamwork and coordination among players. Adjustable microphone settings ensure optimal sound capture, even in noisy environments.

5. Gaming Compatibility

Versatility is key when it comes to gaming peripherals. Bluetooth headsets are designed to work across multiple platforms, including PCs, gaming consoles, and mobile devices, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of gaming setups.

6. Portability and Convenience

Gone are the days of tangled wires and cumbersome setups. Bluetooth headsets offer unparalleled portability, allowing gamers to enjoy immersive audio experiences anytime, anywhere. The foldable design further enhances convenience, making them ideal for travel and on-the-go gaming.

7. Immersive Audio Experience

Immerse yourself in the game with superior audio quality. Bluetooth headsets deliver rich, dynamic soundscapes, bringing every detail to life with precision and clarity. Whether it's the thunderous roar of explosions or the subtle rustle of footsteps, every sound is faithfully reproduced for a truly immersive experience.

8. Durability and Build Quality

Gaming can be intense, and your equipment needs to keep up. Bluetooth headsets are built to withstand the rigors of extended gaming sessions, with durable materials and robust construction ensuring longevity and reliability.

9. Price Considerations

Investing in quality gaming gear doesn't have to break the bank. Bluetooth headsets offer excellent value for money, combining cutting-edge features with competitive pricing. With options available to suit every budget, upgrading your gaming setup has never been more accessible.

10. Future Trends

As technology continues to evolve, so too will gaming headsets. From advancements in audio fidelity to innovations in wearable tech, the future holds exciting possibilities for Bluetooth Active Noise Reduction Stereo with Microphone, promising an even more immersive and captivating gaming experience.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Bluetooth Active Noise Reduction Stereo with Microphone represents the pinnacle of gaming headset technology. With its unmatched features, versatility, and affordability, it's a must-have accessory for any serious gamer looking to elevate their gaming experience to new heights.

#headphones #shopping #model #gaming #gaming hub #new

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iambic-stan · 2 years ago

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My Thinklabs One

So I've got this electronic stethoscope that I quite enjoy and it occurred to me that I should talk about it on my blog. You can also learn a lot from their website, and particularly this video. The developers boast that it's "the smallest, most powerful stethoscope in the world" and amplifies over 100 times, and though I couldn't tell you whether either of those lofty statements is totally accurate, they seem pretty on-point to me.

Here she is in her case (provided), which doesn't hold all of the parts included, but does hold most of the important ones--the stethoscope itself, charging block and cable, and adapter for headphones. The scopes contain rechargeable lithium ion batteries and recharge pretty quickly with the tools provided.

Below, she is next to my Littmann Master Cardiology for scale. Not sure about the weight of the Littmann, but these weigh under 2 ounces, so they don't feel as heavy as some chest pieces from cardiology stethoscopes. The way the chest piece *feels* on my chest is a big deal to me, and I'll concede that some brands just give me more warm and fuzzy feelings than this one does. But hey, it *sounds* heavenly. The factory setting has two filters programmed in--one to represent the bell and the other the diaphragm on an acoustic scope. But what I didn't realize until I watched the video I linked to above is that removing the filters (or "keeping them open") creates the best sound to my ears. The tradeoff is that supposedly ambient noise will be more noticeable, but I haven't yet noticed this any more than I did with the filters. It sounds like a good cardiology scope this way, just MUCH, MUCH louder. (The volume is also adjustable, of course). You can also customize the auto shut-off feature; I have mine set to shut-off after 10 minutes--a nice little listening session.

IMO, the earbuds that come with these are rubbish. I can barely hear anything with them. I decided to purchase these over-the-ear headphones (pictured), and they're perfect. Nice, bassy sound. Thinklabs recommended Beats headphones, but 1) those are pricier, and 2) most of them are wireless and though I know that's still feasible, these scopes aren't Bluetooth-enabled and are made for wired headphones.

Finally, these come with two cords and an adapter (below) for recording purposes. I downloaded the free Thinklabs Wave app, and the recordings are crisp and beautiful, though the app itself doesn't have the most user-friendly interface. It's easy enough to send the file you've just recorded via text, fb messenger, etc., but more difficult to find the damn file later. I probably need to play with it more, but I'll just say that it's not intuitive.

The worst thing about this stethoscope by far is the price tag. I have been buying stethoscopes for decades--as soon as I was old enough to have any money of my own, and I'd never spent so much at once. But I think it was worth it and I hope to use this one for many years to come.

#stethoscopes #Thinklabs One #cardiophile #cardiophilia #auscultation #heart sounds #heartbeats #stethoscope

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headfonics · 2 months ago

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Compact, affordable, and flexible - must be time for another SMSL review! Here's Lynn with his in-depth listen to the compact integrated quad DAC and 3W-capable DL100.

Now published on Headfonics!

#smsl reviews #amplifier #audiophile #headphones #iem #earphones #dac #bluetooth #hi fi stereo #speakers

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edwinkjayesh · 2 years ago

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Music Player in 2023... Why Sony?

The convenience of Bluetooth streaming is great but it is constrained by how much data it can pump through its signal. Though portable music players are preferably used with wired headphones for maximal performance, wired cans have seemingly enjoyed a recent renaissance too.

Smartphones are great for convenience but they’re not necessarily great for sound. As they’re multi-taskers, able to perform a range of functions, that also means they are a product that’s a jack of all trades but master of a few. Support for higher quality music has become better in the portable space with what Qualcomm is doing with its Snapdragon Sound platform and Sony’s innovations with LDAC, but in terms of outright quality for music, you won’t find better than a portable player.

Sony’s announcement of a new and not too expensive Walkman is a sign that portable music players still have a function and a purpose, as well as reminding some they still exist. Most would assume that portable music players have (or are) going the way of the Dodo, slowly passing their way out of relevance. However, we’re still seeing specialists such as Astell & Kern launch new players every year, and just recently FiiO announced the M11S. While Apple killed off the iPod, the rest of the portable player market isn’t interested in joining the scrap heap just yet.

The NW-A306 has a battery life of up to 36 hours of continuous playback, a 3.6-inch display, and because it runs on Android, you can install your favorite streaming apps if you must, although that defeats the point of having all your music with you. You'll still need a computer to load your music onto the device, just like with the iPhone's Music app, but that somehow seems less annoying with a walkman than with a phone. It also has audiophile-level playback at up to 96KHz (more than double the sample rate of a CD), although that's probably not a difference you can hear.

But it's not all upside. For a start, you'll have to carry two devices if you still want to carry your phone. And it's possible that you kind of let your music library slip when streaming came along. I bought a used iPod a while back, and when I loaded up all my songs, there was no music from the last half-decade or so because I'd been streaming it all.

In a wider sense, of this seems to have converged around a greater want for higher quality music on the go. We have for decades limited ourselves in this area as MP3 streaming and downloads were a step in the wrong direction, one that’s taken a long time to reverse. In people’s minds, the quality of what they’re listening doesn’t matter as much as having access to it. We have access to more music than we can fathom at the moment, the area that we need to beef up is the quality we listen at.

From DACs to headphone amplifiers and higher quality streaming services such as Tidal and Qobuz (we still wait for Spotify Hi-Fi to make its entrance), the issue of ‘quality’ is one of the frontiers that the music and audio industry is pushing towards. All these devices have the potential to make music sound better, so while my smartphone will still be my device of choice given how much it (rightly or wrongly) rules my day-to-day activities, when it comes to listening to music in its highest quality, I’ll be tuning in with my portable player to get the best experience possible.

On My View Point...

You may think that, there’s only a need of an audio enhancing software or a high end headphones. But on all every aspects, from nostalgic design, high end specs possible and even quality - Sony have managed to make it all happen in a capsule. And that’s it. For music lovers, this will be dream gadget for sure and so happy to see this upgrade on this formfactor which was really unexpected. And looking forward to have a glance of one of these in real. And that’s been it - Edwin K Jayesh

#technology #tech #tech news #New Tech #sony #sony walkman #walkman #audioplayer #audiomack #audio post #mp3player #mp3 #player #techblog #blog #news #hotnewartist #technology news

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hypnoneghoul · 1 year ago

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ive recently heard about headphone amplifiers and was wondering are those something i plug the guitar directly into or is it something that connects to a normal amplifier?

there are little ones that you plug into your guitar (some can not fit if you have angled jack input) and then you plug headphones directly into it. there are also bluetooth ones, also just plugged into guitar and then connected to headphones. you can also get a that thing that you plug the headphones into that changes small jack to big jack and plug that into an effect instead of an amp. I didn't see ones that go to the normal big amp.

#hypnone's asks #hypnone gear talks

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hifilounge · 1 year ago

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Chord Electronics Summer Promo - Mojo2 and Poly!

Hi Everyone,

Just a quick blog to say that Chord Electronics will be running a Sunshine promotion from June 12th to August 31st 2023 on both Mojo2 and Poly! For only £395 each you can own a multi award winning British designed and made Chord Electronics Mojo2 headphone/Hifi Dac or a Poly streamer that can be used both in the home or on the move - or both for £790!

MOJO 2 Portable DAC/headphone amplifier

The British designed, engineered and built Mojo 2 is the most advanced portable DAC and headphone amplifier in the world. Distinctly different from all other devices, the What Hi-Fi? Product of the Year-winning Mojo 2 uses proprietary British digital audio technology perfected over more than two decades, coupled to a powerful ‘FPGA’ processor. The result is class-leading sound quality both on the move or at home, with the power to effortlessly drive any headphones. For music just as the artist intended, Mojo 2 brings you closer to the music than any other portable.

UNIQUE FPGA TECHNOLOGY

For more than 25 years, Chord Electronics has exclusively used powerful programmable (FPGA) circuits with custom coding to provide the most advanced digital-to-analogue conversion performance in the world. With digital audio technologies perfected over two decades, Mojo 2 contains more digital audio know-how than any other small DAC, resulting in unrivalled sound quality, all backed by peerless technical measurements from the lab.

COMPATIBLE WITH POLY FOR STREAMING

Completely compatible with our wireless streamer/player module Poly, for wireless streaming, control and playback

POLY Music streamer/player for Mojo 2/Mojo

Poly is a revolutionary music streamer, the first of its kind in the world. When partnered with Mojo 2/Mojo, it enables music streamed from a range of wirelessly connected devices to be enjoyed in the best possible sound quality, whether at home or on the go. Poly is also a music player: its unlimited-capacity Micro SD card slot can house huge libraries and liberate storage on smart devices. Full smartphone control using everyday apps enables effortless music playback whether streaming or playing music from the Micro SD.

Poly directly connects to Mojo 2/Mojo’s award-winning audio processing (DAC) technology dramatically improving the audio quality of streamed music. Its advanced design enables everyday devices, including Android and Apple smartphones/tablets, to become portable ‘hi-fi-quality’ digital audio players: the smartphone becomes the controller, with Poly and Mojo 2/Mojo doing the high-level audio processing.

Poly can also be used with computers and laptops, plus it can access networked audio stored on NAS drives using popular DLNA apps. Playback is via Mojo 2/Mojo’s twin headphone outputs, plus home and in-car audio systems with auxiliary (AUX) inputs can also benefit from the improved sound quality.

Poly connects to Wi-Fi networks, including mobile hotspots when on the go, and remembers multiple networks with its auto-connect functionality. It also benefits from Bluetooth® wireless technology, AirPlay and DLNA connectivity, offering uninterrupted music streaming when transitioning from indoors to outdoors. Poly also features its own hotspot mode, enabling a connection where devices, networks or countries do not facilitate tethering. Its rechargeable LiPo batteries offer up to nine hours of playback from a four-hour charge using the device’s fast-charging USB circuit; both Poly and Mojo 2/Mojo can be charged simultaneously.

Poly is high-resolution audio-compatible, with support for the latest studio-quality files; PCM data up to 768kHz resolution and DSD64 to DSD256 (Quad-DSD). Supported file types include ACC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, OGG VORBIS, ALAC, WMA and MP3.

Please don’t hesitate to contact HFL if you have any questions or require anything else 👍

https://hifilounge.co.uk/product-category/brands/chord-electronics/mojo-2/

All the best,

Billy

#chord electronics

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