# Sound Reactive NeoPixel Peace Pendant

## Overview

https://youtu.be/0NRY9WaExDg?t=6

This Peace pendant project is a great way to hone your 3D printing + electronics skills.

The circuitry for this wearable project isn't that complex, and the 3D printed enclosure will provide a compact&nbsp;pendant that you can wear to your next party or event.

Info: 

 **Features:**

- Sound reactive
- Rechargeable
- On/Off switch
- Programmable

Before you begin, please&nbsp;read the following prerequisite guides:

- [Adafruit Guide To Excellent Soldering](../../../adafruit-guide-excellent-soldering)
- [Battery Powering your Wearable Electronics](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_Q3djsktQs)
- [Introducing Gemma](../../../introducing-gemma)&nbsp;or&nbsp;[Introducing Gemma M0](../../../../adafruit-gemma-m0/)

**Parts:**

- [Gemma M0](https://www.adafruit.com/product/3501) or [Gemma v2](http://www.adafruit.com/products/1222) (M0 type is recommended!)
- [NeoPixel Ring (12 LEDs).](https://www.adafruit.com/products/1643)
- [Switch.](https://www.adafruit.com/products/805)
- [#4 3/8 inch Screws (x2)](http://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-4-x-3-8-in-Zinc-Plated-Phillips-Flat-Head-Wood-Screw-12-per-Pack-806861/204283336) or similar.
- [Li-Po battery 3.7V 150mAh.](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1317)
- [Lipoly battery charger.](https://www.adafruit.com/products/1904)
- [Mic Amp&nbsp;[MAX4466]](https://www.adafruit.com/products/1063) or [Mic Amp [MAX9814] ](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1713)either will work
- Necklace and ring.
- Micro USB cable for programming/charging.
- [22 AWG hook-up wire](https://www.adafruit.com/products/290)&nbsp;or any other suitable wire.

**Tools and Supplies:**

- Access to a 3D printer with filament.
- Soldering Iron with solder.
- Wire Strippers and pliers.
- Hot glue gun and super glue.

![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/029/531/medium800/led_pixels_parts.jpg?1452189127)

- [Next Page](https://learn.adafruit.com/sound-reactive-neopixel-peace-pendant/3d-printing.md)

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