{"title":"Speaker for micro:bit","handle":"speaker-for-micro-bit","url":"/products/speaker-for-micro-bit","description":"The MonkMakes Speaker for micro:bit is a compact, amplified speaker that connects to your micro:bit using alligator clips. It's the easiest way to add sound output to your micro:bit projects — just clip on and start coding.\n\nWith built-in amplification, reverse polarity protection, and an LED power indicator, it's designed to be beginner-friendly and classroom-ready. Use it to play melodies, create musical instruments, or add sound effects to your projects.\n\nKey Features\n\n\nAmplified Output – Built-in amplifier for clear, audible sound\n\nAlligator Clip Connection – No soldering required; clips directly to micro:bit edge connector\n\nReverse Polarity Protection – Safe for beginners; won't damage if connected backwards\n\nLED Power Indicator – Shows when the speaker is powered on\n\n\nGetting Started\nConnect the speaker to your micro:bit using alligator clips. Make sure the clips are perpendicular to the board so they don't touch neighbouring connectors on the edge connector.\n\nTry it with the MakeCode Blocks Editor: add an on button A pressed block from the Input section, then add a start melody block from the Music section. Click Download and copy the file to your micro:bit.\n\nFor MicroPython, use the Python Editor with this example:\n\n\n\n🐍 micro:bit MicroPython\n\nfrom microbit import *\nimport music\n\nwhile True:\n    if button_a.was_pressed():\n        music.play(music.ENTERTAINER)\n\n\nIdeal For\n\nmicro:bit music and sound projects\nClassroom and workshop activities\nBeginner-friendly audio experiments\nInteractive instruments and sound effects\n\n\nPackage Contents\n\n1× MonkMakes Speaker for micro:bit\n\n\nResources\n\nMakeCode Example Project\nMusical Instrument Tutorial\n","vendor":"Pimoroni","product_type":"physical","in_stock":false,"options":[],"variants":[{"id":5686,"title":"Default Title","sku":"PI-MNK00060","price":23.11,"compare_at_price":0.0,"on_sale":false,"in_stock":false,"available_quantity":0,"option1":"Default Title"}]}