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Hey Chris, honest question. Which one is better?. Your previous recommendation of the WLED with the sound reactive built-in or this WLED controller?. To me, the difference is if you want sound reactive vs non-sound reactive WLED. Second question, can you use these Cob LEDs with the previous WLED with the sound reactive controller on your previous video?. And lastly, which combination will be the best in colors, controls and budget?. FYI, I want to upgrade my entire living room LEDs and control with WLED. I require at least 90 ft. Thank you for your advice. Big fan!.
Both are great! I would go with the domestic automation one for 5v led strips and this one for 12 or 24 volt strips. This controller also has a built in mic for sound reactive animations so you still would have that as an option. I have yet to try using the 12v cob lights with the domestic automation controller but it is something I want to try seeing if there is an easy workaround! The unfortunate thing about led strips is that there is not a perfect solution so it really comes down to what your main goal is. Colors will all be about the same but pixel density varies. Then it also depends on if you are using a diffuser channel or not an if you want to have a good looking white. Its fun trying different lights out but I think my overall favorite is still the sk6812 strips with 60leds per meter with the neutral white diod. I love having the dedicated white! Hope that helps and thanks for the support!
@@ChrisMaherDIYthanks for the feedback bro. The SK6812 looks nice with your demonstration. However, I believe you can see the gaps even when you use a diffuser because of 60 LEDs per meter. I like Cob LEDs smoothness, the density is really nice. I don't think I can achieve the same smoothness with the sk6812 even if I use a diffuser?. Also, the SK6812 is 5 volt. Which means I have to do at least three power injections with my 90ft project. Oh yeah I also watch your other video and this WLED indeed has a microphone just like the other one, but this controller is better put together vs the other one which is exposed. Also I like this one because it has 24 volt power which means you can power long LEDs strip better than the 12v or the 5v. The only question I have is which one gives better individual colors and saturation, The Cob or Sk6812. Thanks.
All these comments about wanting just specific DIY content is a bit odd. This is a part of figuring out which setup will look best for your project. He is spending the time and effort to show you so you don’t buy the wrong thing and get an end result you wouldn’t be happy with. Thanks for doing what you do Chris. It is greatly appreciated. God bless!
I love your videos, I’m 59 years old and after watching several of your videos, I know I’m also capable of doing some great things with LEDs. My next project is ikea shelves with led lights on top to show off the glassware. Thanks and have a blessed day.
Another great vid Chris. One thing I'll mention is that the light intensity effects the diffusion as well, so it matters if you're testing max brightness vs. real-world applications (for those who have space constraints)
Thanks buddy! Very true! I adjusted the brightness down so that the camera picked it up as true to life as possible. On max brightness, cameras wont be able to pick up much color and everything just looks crazy bright. Good call out! Thanks for the comment!
So first and foremost- I'm more excited than you know that you're posting videos using COB Lights!!! Govee is coming out with their own COB Light! PLEASE order it as soon as you can so you can be one of the first to post about it!!! You usually always do such a great job keeping up to date. As I always say, you continue to inspire me with every video and with that I'm honestly grateful for your content. I mean it bro!!!! Have a great day Chris 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Thanks so much and I know I'm very late to the cob party but better late than never lol. I did hear about the govee ones coming out and hopefully i'll be able to get my hands on a few to test out!! I'll for sure make a video if I do! Thanks again and hope you have a great day as well!
the first video I watched in a long time that blew me away. 😮 I never knew this existed and your content is great without all the fluff no time wasted here. I subscribed
Since i have started watching your videos, i want to do Led projects as a side hustle. Your projects encouraged me to install Led all over my room and i am so satisfied. Thanks for producing such amazing content. You are a blessing. Have you any recommendations how to get started?
Thanks so much!! That's a great question! I just do this for fun so I wouldn't know where to begin if I was trying to turn it into a business. But one thing I would maybe try doing is going around to small local shops and asking if you could do something at their location and ask that if anyone comments on your work that they give them your contact information if they want something similar done. Lol maybe that's a bad idea but its one that just popped into my head.
Nice, thank you. I actually used black aluminum corner profiles (with black diffusers) and a COB RGBA strip and put that all around the edges of my gaming table. When off they're stealthy, just blending in with the table itself. And when turned on it's like the entire edge glows. Those COB strips are trivial to diffuse, since they almost don't need them (especially on a higher brightness level/also consider there are different levels of density on those COB strips as well).
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! That sounds like a great setup! What black channel did you use? The only ones I found I was able to see through the black diffuser pretty easily. Yeah considering the 4.8mm diffuser actually did a pretty good job, you certainly don't need much and I would assume a good number of people would be completely happy with no channel at all. Thanks for the great information!
I have used these strip lights in all my projects. I was thinking of trying this as well. I could not afford to buy them and test them myself so ty. I used 2 1 meter strips in the spotless corner diffuser. Those cost more. To make sure it worked out. It does they are a little wide for 2 strips but work well and very bright. I was just sure to line the segments up well so it looks like 1. The ones you testested here will save alot of my cost when using them over spotless. Ty again.
First of all, it looks awesome Chris, you always take your set up to the next level, I did a project with some shelves using that corner profile with 144 leds per meter ws2812b but I'm still getting the hot spots, so now I know how to fix it, once again thanks for the inspiration
@@ChrisMaherDIY yeah it's pretty close with those 144 leds per meter but you can always do better right? and those COB leds look awesome can't wait to get them
Fantastic review! I love these types of videos. Do you have any recommendations for those COB leds (addressable) that also include cool white/warm white?
Lol that's awesome! I'm late to the party but they are finally reasonably priced that I think a lot of people will try getting some to try out for themselves!
Nice video Chris as always! I was wondering how you managed to get your colors to fit so perfectly with the displayed pictures during the demo at the end? Is it by trial and error or you have some special tool to help?
Thanks for watching and glad you liked it! Its a ust projector with a 120 inch alr screen. The projector is from paris rhone and the screen is from elite screen. I'll try updating the description here when I get a chance to the links!
I thought the whole idea of COB was to not utilize the lens / Diffuser. Yes in your hand up close you can see the spots but under a cabinet or in some crown molding..Not so sure as the light is bouncing around. Love the WAGO's
Hi Chris. Thanks for the video. I have a couple of projects planned and this will help me out. While looking for the COB LED on BTF seller profile in Aliexpress, these exact same strips are advertised as not compatible with WLED/ESP32 controllers and require their own controller BTF lighting. I am pretty sure it is just a way to force you to buy their own ontroller but wanted to make sure. I see you are using WLED, so should not be an issue.
Thankx for your great videos. I have never tried using this kind of lighting, and I have a kitchen island that i want to add LED lights under the overhang edge of the top. the top is a simple rectangle, 10' X 4' So 10' + 10' + 4' + 4' is 28' Can i join two lengths to give me a single loop, and just do a power injection between the two sections. I want to have the ability to let the light "chase" around the top.
You are adding power to the power injection and I wanted to ask: if you already connected LEDs (power, ground, data) and then also connect extra power to the power injection cables, won’t it burn or something? I thought that I need to either connect power/ground or connect injection cables. Can you please explain?
Hey Chris, Enjoying your vids, watched almost all of them. On this project did you just use one ESP 32 Conttoller ? I'm about to do a LED multi-strip horizontal display and was going to use an ESP 32 per strip. The way you have done works well for me, I'm just not sure how you got it all done (+- 15 meters) all with on ESP #@ and those great unsync'd and sync'd effects.
Loving your videos! I just did my first LED project mostly following your tutorials. Have you ever tried a mini ESP32 controller? Like a D1 mini ESP32. I'm searching for something like that that would allow me to pack things in a tiny box as most of these controllers and power supplies take up quite a bit of space.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! I have yet to try one of those mini controllers but I would imagine it would work about the same! if you do try it out, let me know how it goes!
I know this video is 9 months old, but I’m trying to create a a base board in which you can’t see where the light is coming from. Wondering if the 4.8mm would be good enough if you can’t see the diffuser channel, just have the light glowing downward, or if the light, about 3 inches off the floor would be fine? Would I even need a diffuser channel? Only reason I’m considering one is for easy replacement of the LED strip if/when it has any issues.
Still waiting for Govee to jump on those Cob rgbic strips with reasonable lengths. The great thing about cobs is that you can use really low profile diffusers that don't stick out like a sore thumb from the wall. And corner diffusers can be lower profiled too. From my own research, I figured out that you need 60+ leds/m for a 16mm high profile. For corner diffusers, you either need big ones that have enough clearance or need more than 120leds/m for smaller diffusers.
Thanks as always buddy! appreciate the support! Its holding up great! Our tv actually broke so I'm carrying the ust around the house but mostly it stays in our living room and has been fun to have. The screen is holding up great as well but I'm glad that is downstairs otherwise my kids would have already destroyed it. It would be fun to try a high end ust projector to see if there is a big difference but this one is more than good enough for my standards!
Hi Chris, I'm brand new to LED lighting. I'm curious about 2 things. First, I really like the movement effects of the lights in the video, and I'm not sure if that is sound reactive, or a program? Second, I want to install a similar system outside (70' in 10 foot sections). Are the LED's you used suitable for outside? If not, what would you recommend? I mostly want white, but the color effects are awesome! Thanks for the awesome video! I didn't even know about diffusers until I watched it!
I just installed COB lights over my kitchen cabinet. These babies melted the plastic reel they came in as I was installing, wondering if they would over time melt the plastic diffuser on the metal channels?
I prefer the shallowest non-flexible channels for COB. But with COB, a diffuser cuts the light by 30% and really hampers your maximum brightness. So when I use channel with COB I leave the diffuser off. (I've only been doing kitchen under cabinet where it doesn't matter)
How would i use one driver/controller feeding x4 alcove ahelve lights? Is it just take the x2 wires from each light into a crimp connector then the controller? Thanks
Heya Chris, question for ya: The width of the LED COB strips per BTFs specs are 12m, but the Muzata channel width for the Corner (V shaped) channel diffusers are spec'd at 10mm. Your video shows how well they work regardless, but did you have any trouble installing the COB strips in the V channel diffuser frame?
Thanks for watching and great question! You are absolutely correct. The strip is slightly bigger than the flat part of the diffuser that the strip goes to but they stick just fine and doesn't effect the performance at all.
I would probably go with the 4.8mm one for under the cabinet and if the light is somewhat hidden, I wouldn't even put on the diffuser covers. At least for me, if its in the kitchen, I'm wanting things to get as bright as possible. But if your just wanting some nice soft light but don't need it as bright as it can possibly go, then I would still go with the 4.8mm kit. That's actually what I used in my undercabinet kitchen video I did a while back and its still working great today!
@@ChrisMaherDIY Awesome! I have that video saved so I can reference once I get some free time to get that project rolling. Thank you for your amazing videos. Inspiring and super informative!!!
Be a lot cooler if those were "real" plants. Thanks for this video, really good comparison, final build looks clean and reasonable. Excellent work for the community.
hello. i have some questions about the sihoo chair you have, firstly would you still recommend it, now after 6 months? - if so - how suitable would it be for tall (6ft+)/thin/light people? is it comfortable to sit cross legged or any other way that requires both your feet on the chair - such as having your elbow on knee?
Thanks for watching! Possibly if you could find one that's more opaque. The one I'm using is milky white but maybe there is something else out there that is a little thicker or opaque.
Good review. For me, the minor hotspots on the shorter channels do not matter as I'm mounting these as under cabinet lights and you will not be looking at them directly. I just want a channel to mount the lights to and cover them for easy cleaning and a contained finished look.
Hey Chris 👋 Im not sure that you're aware of Govees new "Strip light with cover" as it is the latest product from Govee.. I personally just received one myself and I absolutely love it but id love to hear your thoughts on the product in a future video! Love what you do! -Ryan-
I'm new to LED lighting and looking for a permanent outdoor option that is minimal and not easily noticed during the day. Is this applicable for outdoors and/or what do you suggest?
Thanks for watching and that's a great question. I have not seen anything that small for a corner profile. If I ever come across one though I'll let you know!
@@ChrisMaherDIY That would be great. I have Detolf display cases from Ikea that I would like to light along the side edges instead of the typical per shelf. The space is limited though. Love your videos and they've taught me a lot. Keep it up!
Go to btf lighting select the strip you want and in the description it will tell you the maximum watts it draws per meter at 100% brightness white. Then times that by 25. Make sure to match the power supply voltage to your strip.
Hi friend. Please tell me. there is a WLED project on ESP 32, respectively, it has an address LED strip. is there anything similar but with a simple RGB ribbon? then I have 5 meters of new tape lying around and I do not know what to do with it. the standard drivers that are sold in stores are not interesting because they are not interesting and they cannot be controlled via WIFI. I can build a driver on MJE13005 type mosfets, but they also need to be managed somehow. I think you've heard about the AlexGyver blogger, he has an RGB ribbon controller on an ARDUINO NANO, but again it can't be controlled over WIFI. Hello from Russia
Hello Chris. Quick question. Do you think that a combination of 6mm around a standing desk (like yours gaming setup) and Muzata U Shapes u108 on the walls (with sk6812) are gonna look good? I mean the lighting is gonna be equal/same or maybe you can see the difference because of different channels? Your setup has muzata everywhere.
I know you didn't mention it, but how much do the diffusers affect perceived brightness? I ask because I'm planning a 12M+3M*4 (12M is perimeter, 3M*4 is corners) and right now my total cost using the 96LED/M Muzata strip you showed is just around $300 depending on the prices of the day. Since I'm planning on running the perimeter strips where the wall meets (10ft) I've been debating buying COB no diffusion since the strip will be hard to see that high to save money and gain brightness. But, since you have everything in hand: If all the strips will be white most of the time to be used as main lighting (yes I want it dim) and effects will be used some of the time do feel that the Muzata is the best bang for the buck or do you have a different recommendation for that? Also big thanks for all the videos you do with this stuff. I was able to use your Govee perm light guide to install mine this year without any issues, and I'll be getting into WLED using the same lessons with this project!
Thanks so much for watching and great questions! The muzata strips are a great bang for your buck. But if your main goal is to have them be white and your main lighting source, I would probably look at a strip that has a dedicated white led built in like the sk6812 leds. Or maybe at the very least order 1 of the muzata ones to see what you think of the white color. I also believe there is a cob strip out there now that does have a dedicated white light that Ill have to see if I can find. So many options to consider! I know its overwhelming at times.
why does some audio come in so loud on some videos more so the others when the volume on user end remains the same? It doesn't make any sense to me on just how loud some can blast the speakers even while at a low volume.
Have you ever done an installation that the LED's on/off can be controlled by a light switch? Walk into the room, flip a switch, and multiple different led applications light up at the same time.
You were using a 12V LED strip which means that one IC controls 36 LEDs. That's why one segment of several centimeters always have the same color. If you use a 5V LED Strip instead, one IC only controls 2 (!) LEDs. This would give you even a better result. However, depending on the length of the strip, the current could become a problem...
Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment! I would first check the ground connection and if everything seems good there I would try a larger power supply to see if that makes a difference.
Do you know if Muzata has started making continuous diffusers for the V-shape channel? Also, I signed up for Aura with your link a while back. Seems to have helped with the political spam text messages.
I was looking for that myself but didn't see anything for the v shaped channels unfortunately :( Thats awesome! Glad the app actually does what they claim to do! Appreciate the support my friend!
These COB strips go about things differently than the typical 5/12v do. Quindor has a great in depth breakdown video on these “addressable neon” strips (quick search here on YT). Each cut point is just about an inch apart and there are 100 per 5m strip. They are great in long runs being 12 or 24 volt. I lined my roofline this year with these in the corner channel Chris showed in this video. I waterproofed them with caulk and packaging tape (these are not outdoor IP65+ rated). Worked out well and all the neighbors have commented about my permanent LED lights.
Unfortunately most 12 and 24v strips are not individually addressable. I'm sure there is a good reason but I couldn't tell you why. I'm not the smartest guy in the world. But I would check out Quindor's channel. He is incredibly smart and i'm sure would know!
Nice comparison. Just out of curiousity (re. your sponsor) ... do we really think that the "marketing companies" who are breaching people's privacy, have stolen personal details and are sharing / selling this information are really likely to pay attention to a request from Aura to delete data from their records? It's a bit like when you receive spam email: DO NOT REPLY TO IT OR UNSUBSCRIBE (unless it's from a well-known provider) as all you're doing is confirming that your email address exists ... which means that email address gets added / sold for another spam initiative. Technically, YES, Aura does what it promises to ... but their approach is not actually a good strategy.
I liked your DIY content more... this review is nice but nothing that I want to watch instantly if the video drops. When you did more DIY stuff I did that
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I dont like idea using cob leds along with diffusers. You like paying triple price and gets chunky 5cm at best adressable parts. Looks bad. Just use regular 60leds\m adressable light with more thicc diffusor. Cheaper and better. The only cons is fat diffusor.
@@dadsquatch79 ik that but it's been quite a while since he posted some diy stuffs been following his channel for two years before he used to upload diy stuff quite often but now he shifted his content to reviews
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Hey Chris, honest question. Which one is better?. Your previous recommendation of the WLED with the sound reactive built-in or this WLED controller?. To me, the difference is if you want sound reactive vs non-sound reactive WLED. Second question, can you use these Cob LEDs with the previous WLED with the sound reactive controller on your previous video?. And lastly, which combination will be the best in colors, controls and budget?. FYI, I want to upgrade my entire living room LEDs and control with WLED. I require at least 90 ft. Thank you for your advice. Big fan!.
Both are great! I would go with the domestic automation one for 5v led strips and this one for 12 or 24 volt strips. This controller also has a built in mic for sound reactive animations so you still would have that as an option. I have yet to try using the 12v cob lights with the domestic automation controller but it is something I want to try seeing if there is an easy workaround! The unfortunate thing about led strips is that there is not a perfect solution so it really comes down to what your main goal is. Colors will all be about the same but pixel density varies. Then it also depends on if you are using a diffuser channel or not an if you want to have a good looking white. Its fun trying different lights out but I think my overall favorite is still the sk6812 strips with 60leds per meter with the neutral white diod. I love having the dedicated white! Hope that helps and thanks for the support!
What about COB Neopixel with 332 per meter?
@@ChrisMaherDIYthanks for the feedback bro. The SK6812 looks nice with your demonstration. However, I believe you can see the gaps even when you use a diffuser because of 60 LEDs per meter. I like Cob LEDs smoothness, the density is really nice. I don't think I can achieve the same smoothness with the sk6812 even if I use a diffuser?. Also, the SK6812 is 5 volt. Which means I have to do at least three power injections with my 90ft project. Oh yeah I also watch your other video and this WLED indeed has a microphone just like the other one, but this controller is better put together vs the other one which is exposed. Also I like this one because it has 24 volt power which means you can power long LEDs strip better than the 12v or the 5v. The only question I have is which one gives better individual colors and saturation, The Cob or Sk6812. Thanks.
@@ChrisMaherDIYneverending question, can led strip be main light, and if, where?
All these comments about wanting just specific DIY content is a bit odd. This is a part of figuring out which setup will look best for your project. He is spending the time and effort to show you so you don’t buy the wrong thing and get an end result you wouldn’t be happy with.
Thanks for doing what you do Chris. It is greatly appreciated. God bless!
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! Appreciate the support my friend!
plus all the links and explanation of every component that helps understand the details and you can customize based on your requirements 🙌🏾
I love your videos, I’m 59 years old and after watching several of your videos, I know I’m also capable of doing some great things with LEDs. My next project is ikea shelves with led lights on top to show off the glassware. Thanks and have a blessed day.
Another great vid Chris. One thing I'll mention is that the light intensity effects the diffusion as well, so it matters if you're testing max brightness vs. real-world applications (for those who have space constraints)
Thanks buddy! Very true! I adjusted the brightness down so that the camera picked it up as true to life as possible. On max brightness, cameras wont be able to pick up much color and everything just looks crazy bright. Good call out! Thanks for the comment!
So first and foremost- I'm more excited than you know that you're posting videos using COB Lights!!! Govee is coming out with their own COB Light! PLEASE order it as soon as you can so you can be one of the first to post about it!!! You usually always do such a great job keeping up to date. As I always say, you continue to inspire me with every video and with that I'm honestly grateful for your content. I mean it bro!!!! Have a great day Chris 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Do you have a source on Govee's COB light strip? Hoping to get theirs so I can use it with the Dreamview tech 😀
@@QZ181 they announced it during CES2024 but also shared the post on their Facebook page
Thanks so much and I know I'm very late to the cob party but better late than never lol. I did hear about the govee ones coming out and hopefully i'll be able to get my hands on a few to test out!! I'll for sure make a video if I do! Thanks again and hope you have a great day as well!
I was thinking of buying these aluminum profiles one day, so this video was just what I needed. 10/10
the first video I watched in a long time that blew me away. 😮 I never knew this existed and your content is great without all the fluff no time wasted here. I subscribed
Chris, you are the primo source for info on LEDs!
Thanks so much!!
Since i have started watching your videos, i want to do Led projects as a side hustle. Your projects encouraged me to install Led all over my room and i am so satisfied.
Thanks for producing such amazing content. You are a blessing.
Have you any recommendations how to get started?
Thanks so much!! That's a great question! I just do this for fun so I wouldn't know where to begin if I was trying to turn it into a business. But one thing I would maybe try doing is going around to small local shops and asking if you could do something at their location and ask that if anyone comments on your work that they give them your contact information if they want something similar done. Lol maybe that's a bad idea but its one that just popped into my head.
@@ChrisMaherDIY no, like a great idea. Thanks man. I appreciate it :)
This was great and very helpful, thankyou Chris
Nice, thank you.
I actually used black aluminum corner profiles (with black diffusers) and a COB RGBA strip and put that all around the edges of my gaming table. When off they're stealthy, just blending in with the table itself. And when turned on it's like the entire edge glows. Those COB strips are trivial to diffuse, since they almost don't need them (especially on a higher brightness level/also consider there are different levels of density on those COB strips as well).
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! That sounds like a great setup! What black channel did you use? The only ones I found I was able to see through the black diffuser pretty easily. Yeah considering the 4.8mm diffuser actually did a pretty good job, you certainly don't need much and I would assume a good number of people would be completely happy with no channel at all. Thanks for the great information!
I have used these strip lights in all my projects. I was thinking of trying this as well. I could not afford to buy them and test them myself so ty. I used 2 1 meter strips in the spotless corner diffuser. Those cost more. To make sure it worked out. It does they are a little wide for 2 strips but work well and very bright. I was just sure to line the segments up well so it looks like 1. The ones you testested here will save alot of my cost when using them over spotless. Ty again.
You are very welcome and thanks so much for watching! Sounds like you had a great idea to make it work! Thanks for sharing!
loved the video!! thinking of doing my own DIY project, so your videos are always super helpful. keep up the great work :)
First of all, it looks awesome Chris, you always take your set up to the next level, I did a project with some shelves using that corner profile with 144 leds per meter ws2812b but I'm still getting the hot spots, so now I know how to fix it, once again thanks for the inspiration
Thanks buddy! Appreciate the love! Wow even at 144 there were still hotspots huh? Is it at least pretty close to perfect?
@@ChrisMaherDIY yeah it's pretty close with those 144 leds per meter but you can always do better right? and those COB leds look awesome can't wait to get them
Fantastic review! I love these types of videos. Do you have any recommendations for those COB leds (addressable) that also include cool white/warm white?
I’m literally using the COB LEDs and diffuser channels at my setup lol. What a coincidence. Great vid as always
Lol that's awesome! I'm late to the party but they are finally reasonably priced that I think a lot of people will try getting some to try out for themselves!
perfect! I was wondering which diffusers I could get away with with these LEDs. I was about to do a pretty big project and this will save me money!
Awesome! thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment!
Nice video Chris as always! I was wondering how you managed to get your colors to fit so perfectly with the displayed pictures during the demo at the end? Is it by trial and error or you have some special tool to help?
@6:24 I love this instrumental part. Is this available somewhere ? Excuse my randomness lol. Love your content a lot….
Thank you Chris.
Thanks as always buddy!
Hey Chris, what’s the cleanest best way to do inside and outside corners? Your inside corner on the left side of the room looks great
For the toe kick of the kitchen cabinets will you go for a corner profile or a regular one?
What's the model of the TV? Thank you for your great content!
Thanks for watching and glad you liked it! Its a ust projector with a 120 inch alr screen. The projector is from paris rhone and the screen is from elite screen. I'll try updating the description here when I get a chance to the links!
I think your whole house is going to be an LED soon haha. Great stuff as usual.
Thanks as always buddy! I'm trying lol!
I thought the whole idea of COB was to not utilize the lens / Diffuser. Yes in your hand up close you can see the spots but under a cabinet or in some crown molding..Not so sure as the light is bouncing around. Love the WAGO's
Love the video❤
Hi Chris. Thanks for the video. I have a couple of projects planned and this will help me out. While looking for the COB LED on BTF seller profile in Aliexpress, these exact same strips are advertised as not compatible with WLED/ESP32 controllers and require their own controller BTF lighting. I am pretty sure it is just a way to force you to buy their own ontroller but wanted to make sure. I see you are using WLED, so should not be an issue.
Thankx for your great videos. I have never tried using this kind of lighting, and I have a kitchen island that i want to add LED lights under the overhang edge of the top. the top is a simple rectangle, 10' X 4' So 10' + 10' + 4' + 4' is 28' Can i join two lengths to give me a single loop, and just do a power injection between the two sections. I want to have the ability to let the light "chase" around the top.
Hi Chris!
Could you please tell me what power supply (V and A) did you use for this much continues LEDs?
Thanks in advance!
What type of LEDs are these in the video? The ones that are moving/paining around. Very cool
You are adding power to the power injection and I wanted to ask: if you already connected LEDs (power, ground, data) and then also connect extra power to the power injection cables, won’t it burn or something? I thought that I need to either connect power/ground or connect injection cables.
Can you please explain?
Very informative video man! I was windering if you could make a video about custom pucklights that use wled?
Great video!
Hey, cool video! I'm thinking of putting these on my bed but want to know if they give off a nice warm white light. Mind sharing your thoughts?
I have been battling to fit the diffuser into the triangular fit mounting. Maybe there's cheap and expensive materials - flexibility.
What would you recommend if i wanted the same set up but recessed into the drywall?
Hey Chris, Enjoying your vids, watched almost all of them.
On this project did you just use one ESP 32 Conttoller ?
I'm about to do a LED multi-strip horizontal display and was going to use an ESP 32 per strip.
The way you have done works well for me, I'm just not sure how you got it all done (+- 15 meters) all with on ESP #@ and those great unsync'd and sync'd effects.
Loving your videos! I just did my first LED project mostly following your tutorials. Have you ever tried a mini ESP32 controller? Like a D1 mini ESP32. I'm searching for something like that that would allow me to pack things in a tiny box as most of these controllers and power supplies take up quite a bit of space.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! I have yet to try one of those mini controllers but I would imagine it would work about the same! if you do try it out, let me know how it goes!
Have you gotten a chance to test out Muzata U107 with COB strips? Could be even better than the U1SW
how do you open the defusor from the angle channal? Can't for teh life of me open it, afraid to break it.
I know this video is 9 months old, but I’m trying to create a a base board in which you can’t see where the light is coming from. Wondering if the 4.8mm would be good enough if you can’t see the diffuser channel, just have the light glowing downward, or if the light, about 3 inches off the floor would be fine? Would I even need a diffuser channel? Only reason I’m considering one is for easy replacement of the LED strip if/when it has any issues.
Still waiting for Govee to jump on those Cob rgbic strips with reasonable lengths.
The great thing about cobs is that you can use really low profile diffusers that don't stick out like a sore thumb from the wall. And corner diffusers can be lower profiled too.
From my own research, I figured out that you need 60+ leds/m for a 16mm high profile. For corner diffusers, you either need big ones that have enough clearance or need more than 120leds/m for smaller diffusers.
Another great video Chris. How is your projector and ALR screen holding up?
Thanks as always buddy! appreciate the support! Its holding up great! Our tv actually broke so I'm carrying the ust around the house but mostly it stays in our living room and has been fun to have. The screen is holding up great as well but I'm glad that is downstairs otherwise my kids would have already destroyed it. It would be fun to try a high end ust projector to see if there is a big difference but this one is more than good enough for my standards!
Hi Chris, I'm brand new to LED lighting. I'm curious about 2 things. First, I really like the movement effects of the lights in the video, and I'm not sure if that is sound reactive, or a program? Second, I want to install a similar system outside (70' in 10 foot sections). Are the LED's you used suitable for outside? If not, what would you recommend? I mostly want white, but the color effects are awesome!
Thanks for the awesome video! I didn't even know about diffusers until I watched it!
I just installed COB lights over my kitchen cabinet. These babies melted the plastic reel they came in as I was installing, wondering if they would over time melt the plastic diffuser on the metal channels?
I prefer the shallowest non-flexible channels for COB. But with COB, a diffuser cuts the light by 30% and really hampers your maximum brightness. So when I use channel with COB I leave the diffuser off. (I've only been doing kitchen under cabinet where it doesn't matter)
YES
How would i use one driver/controller feeding x4 alcove ahelve lights? Is it just take the x2 wires from each light into a crimp connector then the controller? Thanks
Hi Chris did you see Govee now has an LED strip with diffuser channels all in one package?
nice job
Heya Chris, question for ya: The width of the LED COB strips per BTFs specs are 12m, but the Muzata channel width for the Corner (V shaped) channel diffusers are spec'd at 10mm.
Your video shows how well they work regardless, but did you have any trouble installing the COB strips in the V channel diffuser frame?
Thanks for watching and great question! You are absolutely correct. The strip is slightly bigger than the flat part of the diffuser that the strip goes to but they stick just fine and doesn't effect the performance at all.
Would you consider using the 6mm diffusers in under kitchen cabinet lighting?
I would probably go with the 4.8mm one for under the cabinet and if the light is somewhat hidden, I wouldn't even put on the diffuser covers. At least for me, if its in the kitchen, I'm wanting things to get as bright as possible. But if your just wanting some nice soft light but don't need it as bright as it can possibly go, then I would still go with the 4.8mm kit. That's actually what I used in my undercabinet kitchen video I did a while back and its still working great today!
@@ChrisMaherDIY Awesome! I have that video saved so I can reference once I get some free time to get that project rolling. Thank you for your amazing videos. Inspiring and super informative!!!
hi there i need advice on how to apply on a curved places T_T
Be a lot cooler if those were "real" plants. Thanks for this video, really good comparison, final build looks clean and reasonable. Excellent work for the community.
hello. i have some questions about the sihoo chair you have, firstly would you still recommend it, now after 6 months? - if so - how suitable would it be for tall (6ft+)/thin/light people? is it comfortable to sit cross legged or any other way that requires both your feet on the chair - such as having your elbow on knee?
Would a more opaque cover with the 4mm allow for its use without the bleed through?
Thanks for watching! Possibly if you could find one that's more opaque. The one I'm using is milky white but maybe there is something else out there that is a little thicker or opaque.
Cool video
Thanks for watching buddy!
Good review. For me, the minor hotspots on the shorter channels do not matter as I'm mounting these as under cabinet lights and you will not be looking at them directly. I just want a channel to mount the lights to and cover them for easy cleaning and a contained finished look.
Can anyone recommend a good channel for a 12 mm variant for perfect diffusion that can be mounted on curved walls?
using the 6mm channel, can you do a side by side with the 4pixel per inch an the Cob?
Did you come across any on camera flicker when filming these?
Hey Chris 👋 Im not sure that you're aware of Govees new "Strip light with cover" as it is the latest product from Govee.. I personally just received one myself and I absolutely love it but id love to hear your thoughts on the product in a future video! Love what you do!
-Ryan-
Did you use a correlating corner piece for each size channel or are these just butted up against each other to make a continuous channel?
very cool bro
I'm new to LED lighting and looking for a permanent outdoor option that is minimal and not easily noticed during the day. Is this applicable for outdoors and/or what do you suggest?
I need a corner diffuser that is less than 16mm on the sides, ideally around 12. I have yet to find one, have you ever seen one that shallow?
Thanks for watching and that's a great question. I have not seen anything that small for a corner profile. If I ever come across one though I'll let you know!
@@ChrisMaherDIY That would be great. I have Detolf display cases from Ikea that I would like to light along the side edges instead of the typical per shelf. The space is limited though. Love your videos and they've taught me a lot. Keep it up!
How are you able to shoot your strips with them overdriveing the video? Mine are always washed out.
for 25 meters how many watts power supply need?
Go to btf lighting select the strip you want and in the description it will tell you the maximum watts it draws per meter at 100% brightness white. Then times that by 25. Make sure to match the power supply voltage to your strip.
Do you or anyone else out there know of or suggest a 3 pin 3 way 10mm connector. Thanks
Hi friend. Please tell me. there is a WLED project on ESP 32, respectively, it has an address LED strip. is there anything similar but with a simple RGB ribbon? then I have 5 meters of new tape lying around and I do not know what to do with it. the standard drivers that are sold in stores are not interesting because they are not interesting and they cannot be controlled via WIFI. I can build a driver on MJE13005 type mosfets, but they also need to be managed somehow. I think you've heard about the AlexGyver blogger, he has an RGB ribbon controller on an ARDUINO NANO, but again it can't be controlled over WIFI. Hello from Russia
What’s your thought on the 15mm channel?
This dude's house is so crazy it looks CGI.! 🤯
So which diffuser is the cheapest?? I'm guessing the 4.8mm??
If I wanted to control under cabinet lighting with a wall switch, how would you do that? I have access to attic.
Hello Chris. Quick question. Do you think that a combination of 6mm around a standing desk (like yours gaming setup) and Muzata U Shapes u108 on the walls (with sk6812) are gonna look good? I mean the lighting is gonna be equal/same or maybe you can see the difference because of different channels? Your setup has muzata everywhere.
I was slightly nervous the entire time starting about 5:00 seeing the dangling wires right next to the power outlet.
I know you didn't mention it, but how much do the diffusers affect perceived brightness?
I ask because I'm planning a 12M+3M*4 (12M is perimeter, 3M*4 is corners) and right now my total cost using the 96LED/M Muzata strip you showed is just around $300 depending on the prices of the day. Since I'm planning on running the perimeter strips where the wall meets (10ft) I've been debating buying COB no diffusion since the strip will be hard to see that high to save money and gain brightness.
But, since you have everything in hand: If all the strips will be white most of the time to be used as main lighting (yes I want it dim) and effects will be used some of the time do feel that the Muzata is the best bang for the buck or do you have a different recommendation for that?
Also big thanks for all the videos you do with this stuff. I was able to use your Govee perm light guide to install mine this year without any issues, and I'll be getting into WLED using the same lessons with this project!
Thanks so much for watching and great questions! The muzata strips are a great bang for your buck. But if your main goal is to have them be white and your main lighting source, I would probably look at a strip that has a dedicated white led built in like the sk6812 leds. Or maybe at the very least order 1 of the muzata ones to see what you think of the white color. I also believe there is a cob strip out there now that does have a dedicated white light that Ill have to see if I can find. So many options to consider! I know its overwhelming at times.
can you make a tutorial using a potentiometer using Arduino?
why does some audio come in so loud on some videos more so the others when the volume on user end remains the same? It doesn't make any sense to me on just how loud some can blast the speakers even while at a low volume.
Have you ever done an installation that the LED's on/off can be controlled by a light switch? Walk into the room, flip a switch, and multiple different led applications light up at the same time.
3:17 Fuck I've been looking for something like this. Do you know if there's a place I could buy these in like 1" up to 4" widths?
You were using a 12V LED strip which means that one IC controls 36 LEDs. That's why one segment of several centimeters always have the same color. If you use a 5V LED Strip instead, one IC only controls 2 (!) LEDs. This would give you even a better result. However, depending on the length of the strip, the current could become a problem...
I just want to know where the music came from
what controller and what power supply for the 15 m WS2812B DC5V tape ???
My wled have flicking randomly changing colour i was using ws1812b with esp22 and mobile charger 5v 2a any solution do you have?? Tota 218 led
Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment! I would first check the ground connection and if everything seems good there I would try a larger power supply to see if that makes a difference.
Really like your videos, but can you please provide direct link to the products instead of search results?
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. All the links are taking me directly to the product. Are you in the US?
@@ChrisMaherDIY Thanks, no i'm from the Netherlands. That might be the issue
Do you know if Muzata has started making continuous diffusers for the V-shape channel?
Also, I signed up for Aura with your link a while back. Seems to have helped with the political spam text messages.
I was looking for that myself but didn't see anything for the v shaped channels unfortunately :( Thats awesome! Glad the app actually does what they claim to do! Appreciate the support my friend!
Is that a Stadia controller in the middle?
Thanks for watching and great eye! It sure is! RIP. They were just a little too ahead of their time lol.
Please tell me what Diffuser I can buy at a reasonable price.
I don't care if it's not Amazon.
Why do those LED strips have to be lit in groups and not each single LED?
These are COB lights and COB lights aren’t individually addressable (individually controllable).
These COB strips go about things differently than the typical 5/12v do. Quindor has a great in depth breakdown video on these “addressable neon” strips (quick search here on YT). Each cut point is just about an inch apart and there are 100 per 5m strip. They are great in long runs being 12 or 24 volt. I lined my roofline this year with these in the corner channel Chris showed in this video. I waterproofed them with caulk and packaging tape (these are not outdoor IP65+ rated). Worked out well and all the neighbors have commented about my permanent LED lights.
thanks for the explanation@@lancerobbins24
Unfortunately most 12 and 24v strips are not individually addressable. I'm sure there is a good reason but I couldn't tell you why. I'm not the smartest guy in the world. But I would check out Quindor's channel. He is incredibly smart and i'm sure would know!
STILL THE KING OF LEDs
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I don't care about the LED's, I just want that TV 😂
Nah bro has a whole movie theater
@Meetedits69420 LOL well then I want that 🤣🤣
Anyone use those silicone LED diffusers?
how much would this exact set up cost with 3 rolls of cob lights
Nice comparison. Just out of curiousity (re. your sponsor) ... do we really think that the "marketing companies" who are breaching people's privacy, have stolen personal details and are sharing / selling this information are really likely to pay attention to a request from Aura to delete data from their records? It's a bit like when you receive spam email: DO NOT REPLY TO IT OR UNSUBSCRIBE (unless it's from a well-known provider) as all you're doing is confirming that your email address exists ... which means that email address gets added / sold for another spam initiative. Technically, YES, Aura does what it promises to ... but their approach is not actually a good strategy.
I liked your DIY content more... this review is nice but nothing that I want to watch instantly if the video drops. When you did more DIY stuff I did that
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I appreciate the feedback. Hope you have a blessed day!
Don't know if you saw this diy project I did a couple weeks ago. If not make sure to check it out! th-cam.com/video/M-qTj0wSSaU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=dlPoBfMVXnwDHPrb
I hate the LEDs are only able to be controlled in blocks
Hey! could you please read my comment on your speaker stand video?🤝 appreciate it
I dont like idea using cob leds along with diffusers. You like paying triple price and gets chunky 5cm at best adressable parts. Looks bad. Just use regular 60leds\m adressable light with more thicc diffusor. Cheaper and better. The only cons is fat diffusor.
Bro we prefer some DIY content, reviewing products is not we subscribed to you
What do you think you have to use in order to make DIY? He doesn't forge his own aluminum and manufacture his own led strips. JFC.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I appreciate the feedback. Hope you have a blessed day!
@@dadsquatch79 ik that but it's been quite a while since he posted some diy stuffs been following his channel for two years before he used to upload diy stuff quite often but now he shifted his content to reviews
Also, not sure if you already watched it but make sure to check out a new diy video I did 2 weeks ago! th-cam.com/video/M-qTj0wSSaU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=dlPoBfMVXnwDHPrb
@@ChrisMaherDIY did watched it on the same day bro 🫣