Portable Internet Radio with Rotary Encoder & Web Control (Non-TouchScreen)

Portable Wi-Fi Internet Radio with Rotary Encoder & Web Control

Enjoy thousands of Internet radio stations from around the world with this compact, battery-powered Internet Radio built around the ESP32-S3 platform.

Simply connect it to Wi-Fi and start listening. Control the radio using the build in Rotary Encoder, or manage it remotely from your phone, tablet, or computer using the built-in web control system.

Designed for radio enthusiasts and technology lovers, this fully assembled Internet Radio combines modern streaming technology, intuitive controls, and a unique compact design.

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✨ Key Features

🎧 Clear display Interface with Rotary Encoder 
Easily browse stations, select channels, adjust volume, control playback and edjust settings using built in rotary encoder.

🌍 Thousands of Internet Radio Stations
Access thousands of online radio stations from around the world. Save and manage up to 1000 favorite stations.

🔎 Built-In Station Search
Quickly find and add stations without manually entering stream URLs.

📱 Web-Based Radio Control
Control your radio and manage your station list from any phone, tablet, or computer connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

🔋 Portable Battery Operation
Use the radio anywhere with a rechargeable battery, or power it directly through USB-C.

🔊 High-Quality Digital Audio
Includes a digital I2S audio amplifier and a 5W speaker for clear and powerful sound.

🎵 Optional Bluetooth Support
The Bluetooth version includes a transmitter for connecting wireless headphones, earbuds, or Bluetooth speakers.

🖥 Compact Custom Enclosure
A custom 3D-printed enclosure provides a unique appearance while keeping the radio compact and portable.

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📦 Available Versions

Standard Version

• Ready to use straight out of the box.
• Simply connect the power, connect to Wi-Fi, and start listening through the internal speaker.
• Without Bluetooth transmission.

Bluetooth Version

• Includes all the features of the Standard Version, plus Bluetooth transmission for wireless headphones, earbuds, and speakers.

🛠️ DIY Kit

• Build the Internet Radio yourself using the supplied hardware and components.
• Requires assembly and basic electronics and soldering skills.
• Requires some basic tools, such as a soldering iron, glue gun, wire cutters, and pliers.
• Available with or without Bluetooth transmission.

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🌐 Language Support for Station Names

The firmware supports station names in:

• English
• Greek
• Latin-based languages (Polish, French, German, Spanish, and many more)
• Cyrillic-based languages
• Hebrew
• Arabic

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⚙️ Technical Specifications

• ESP32-S3 Wi-Fi microcontroller
• Color display
• Supports Internet radio streams up to 320 kbps
• Supported formats: MP3, AAC and OGG/Vorbis.
• USB-C power input
• Battery compatible
• Stores up to 1000 favorite stations
• Requires a stable Wi-Fi connection
• L 11.1cm , W 2.7cm, H 6cm

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Try the Live Web Demo

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⚠️ Important Notes

• 18650 Li-ion battery not included. Due to shipping restrictions, the battery is not supplied with the radio.
• The MicroMaker is designed to use a 3.7V 18650 Li-ion rechargeable battery. Use a standard, unprotected, flat-top 18650 cell. Do not use protected batteries or batteries with a raised/button-top (+) terminal as they will not fit inside the enclosure. Recommended battery Samsung INR18650-35E 3450mAh 8A.
• The radio can also operate directly from the USB-C power connection without a battery installed.
• Do not use a fast charger or USB-C Power Delivery (PD) charger. Use only a standard 5V USB-C mobile phone power charger.
• If you choose to use a battery, please use a high-quality, compatible 18650 Li-ion cell from a reputable supplier and follow the battery manufacturer’s safety instructions.
• Some streaming services using HLS/DASH formats may not be supported.

Demo Videos

Demo videos showing the Internet Radio in operation can be found on The MicroMaker YouTube channel:

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