{"product_id":"ipod-mkii-cnc-machined-front-housing","title":"Pre-Order: Front Metal Housing Shell for iPod 5-7th Gen (MKII)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"721\" data-start=\"702\"\u003ePre-Order Item:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"724\" data-start=\"721\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 255);\"\u003eThis item is part of Batch #2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEstimated shipping: August 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce parts arrive at Boxy Pixel and pass quality inspection, orders will begin shipping in the order they were received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"118\" data-start=\"106\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"323\" data-start=\"226\"\u003eThe iPod 5–7th Gen Metal MKII Front Housing Shell is the foundation of any Boxy Pixel MKII build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"493\" data-start=\"325\"\u003eThis precision-machined metal front shell is designed to pair with either the MKII MIN or MKII MAX rear housings. It serves as the starting point for your MKII iPod project. It is engineered to integrate with our MKII electronics, button systems, and rear housing options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"831\" data-start=\"699\"\u003eThis housing is designed exclusively for MKII builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"836\" data-start=\"833\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"854\" data-start=\"838\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"872\" data-start=\"856\"\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiPod Classic 5th Generation (Video)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiPod Classic 5.5 Generation (Enhanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiPod Classic 6th Generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiPod Classic 7th Generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1044\" data-start=\"1022\"\u003eDesigned to pair with Boxy Pixel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoxy Pixel MKII MIN Rear Housing \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoxy Pixel MKII MAX Rear Housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1121\"\u003eNot compatible with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1121\"\u003eApple OEM housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1121\"\u003ePrevious-generation Boxy Pixel housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1214\" data-start=\"1211\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1227\" data-start=\"1216\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1255\" data-start=\"1229\"\u003eMKII System Foundation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1370\" data-start=\"1257\"\u003eThis front shell acts as the structural base of your MKII build. All other MKII components align to this housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1372\"\u003eCompatible with MIN and MAX Builds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1561\" data-start=\"1412\"\u003eWhether you are building a compact MKII MIN configuration or a larger-capacity MKII MAX setup, this front housing works with both rear shell options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1603\" data-start=\"1563\"\u003eIntermediate Retainer Plate Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1749\" data-start=\"1605\"\u003eAn intermediate retainer plate is included to securely hold the iPod PCB in place. This plate ensures proper positioning and internal stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1917\" data-start=\"1914\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1940\" data-start=\"1919\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1978\" data-start=\"1942\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1963\" data-start=\"1942\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2079\" data-start=\"1980\"\u003eInstallation requires full disassembly of the iPod and integration with compatible MKII components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2249\" data-start=\"2181\"\u003eEnsure cables are routed properly before attaching the rear housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2254\" data-start=\"2251\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2274\" data-start=\"2256\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Metal MKII Front Housing Shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Intermediate Retainer Plate (PCB mounting plate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2486\" data-start=\"2387\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boxy Pixel","offers":[{"title":"Black Aluminum","offer_id":44066917875754,"sku":"IPOD-1037-BLACK","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver Aluminum","offer_id":44066917908522,"sku":"IPOD-1037-SILVER","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unfinished Brass","offer_id":44066917941290,"sku":"IPOD-1037-BRASS","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0015\/5916\/7012\/files\/front-metal-housing-shell-for-ipod-5-7th-gen-mkii-4206407.jpg?v=1771767533","url":"https:\/\/www.boxypixel.com\/de\/products\/ipod-mkii-cnc-machined-front-housing","provider":"Boxy Pixel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}