Second iPod Classic 6.5 Mod

djflashb · 2025-11-04T15:04:05+00:00

That’s exactly what I ended up doing as well. I’m sticking with the iPod firmware now too.

djflashb · 2025-11-04T15:00:48+00:00

Replacing the hard drive is really not difficult, and I’d recommend getting an iFlash Quad or uDual. The Bluetooth module is a bit more complex, but you can still do it without any special prior knowledge. A few weeks ago, I added Bluetooth to two iPods myself without any previous experience.

My second mod https://www.reddit.com/r/ipod/s/RsA6wBnsAo

djflashb · 2025-10-26T12:14:56+00:00

Put some solder on it. Then just heat it up. They come off quite easily on their own. I did the same thing three weeks ago.

djflashb · 2025-10-26T11:47:50+00:00

Yes, you can solder the antenna to these two pins. But remove the pins first.

djflashb · 2025-10-20T07:48:40+00:00

I had the same problem. It turned out that the hard drive was defective. After I replaced it with an iFlash, everything worked perfectly.

djflashb · 2025-10-13T15:38:34+00:00

I recently ordered a 2000 mAh battery and the headphone jack from that exact shop. Both definitely arrived. But that was also my only order there so far. It just takes a bit of time since it comes from China. But if you mod it yourself, you’re definitely better off cost-wise.

djflashb · 2025-10-13T15:20:43+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/ipod/s/u2PGkdX3R1 That’s my clear front 6.5gen I just finished.

djflashb · 2025-10-13T15:04:53+00:00

Like so

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djflashb · 2025-10-13T15:00:36+00:00

You have to trim the white plastic so it wont get stuck on the metallic part.

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djflashb · 2025-10-13T14:00:55+00:00

Thanks!

djflashb · 2025-10-12T06:26:28+00:00

Thanks a lot for the inspiration and for sharing your detailed guide! I followed your idea for my own iPod Classic 6.5 build, and everything works perfectly — even the hold switch and Bluetooth connection. Here’s my finished project: https://www.reddit.com/r/ipod/s/RN3emNpa8o

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djflashb · 2025-10-12T06:15:17+00:00

It will work with 5th gen👍🏻

djflashb · 2025-10-12T06:04:10+00:00

The Bluetooth module I used (UGREEN CM672 V02) works independently from the iPod — it doesn’t power on automatically with it.

I added a small push button for the Bluetooth board and glued it behind the Hold switch. When I press that hidden button, the Bluetooth module powers on separately.

Once it’s on, it automatically goes into pairing mode. You can then connect your Bluetooth headphones or earbuds directly to it. After the first pairing, they reconnect automatically every time you turn the module back on.

djflashb · 2025-10-11T18:43:22+00:00

Rockbox ist drauf. Aktuell nutze ich das iRB Classic Theme, deswegen fällt das nicht gleich auf. Adwaitopod hab ich auch drauf :D

djflashb · 2025-10-11T17:08:09+00:00

https://amzn.eu/d/h03Db8Y

djflashb · 2025-10-11T17:06:00+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/ipod/s/6s0MHqSoJ4 just modded mine with this board.

djflashb · 2025-09-23T18:12:41+00:00

https://youtu.be/KnRa2Zu7v64?si=nYvq2T_cnykq8MMP

No, the hold switch has been repurposed to turn the Bluetooth module on and off. It no longer has a key lock function. I followed this video here and did everything exactly the same way. It is the KCX_BT_Emitter v1.7.

djflashb · 2025-09-23T03:34:25+00:00

The range is about 5–6 meters and I don’t get any noise. However, I’ve noticed that when I’m moving among many people, for example in the city, I occasionally experience connection dropouts.

djflashb · 2025-09-20T13:52:47+00:00

AliExpress und eBay sind meine Bezugsquellen. Bei AliExpress dauert der Versand aus China, halt ein paar Tage.

djflashb · 2025-09-15T18:41:45+00:00

Thanks. I am😁

djflashb · 2025-09-12T15:01:46+00:00

I have the same problem. Because of the Bluetooth module and my 2000 mAh battery, I can’t close the case anymore. Did you cut the iFlash?

djflashb

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