Mini Golf Marble Machine, a themed marble run

This is the feature video of the Mini Golf Marble Machine. It is a single themed marble machine with 4 tracks and several key features such as a loop, water wheel, plinko board, and a cottage. There is only a motor to take the marbles to the top. Momentum and fate then decide which track each marble will take. This machine took 6 months to build as something I did in my spare time. The machine has a footprint size of 2 feet by 2 feet and stands 22 inches tall at its highest point.
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I documented the entire building process and list all of the episodes here (it goes step by step from start to finish):
Entire Playlist: • Mini Golf Marble Machine
1. Building a Mini Golf Hole • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
2. Plinko • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
3. The Loop • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
4. Toilet Bowl • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
5. Windy Path • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
6. Water Wheel • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
7. Spackle and Stain • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
8. Green Paint • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
9. Blue, Orange, and Grey Paint • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
10. Red and Yellow Paint • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
11. Red Cottage • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
12. Plastering • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
13. Rockwork • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
14. Rock Filler • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
15. Finishing the Left Side • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
16. Walls and Ground Paint • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
17. Rock Painting Pt 1 • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
18. Rock Painting Pt 2 • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
19. Backside • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
20. Landscape Trial • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
21. Landscape • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
22. Castle • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
23. Finishing Touches and Water • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
Final Video Prequel • Mini Golf Marble Machi...
Machines like this are often referred to as a marble run, rube goldberg machine, marble maze, or a rolling ball sculpture.

[@RangerHunter1234]

I can't believe it, a hole in one every time?! Those are amazing mini golfers.
You built an amazing contraption. I get hypnotize by it. Great work!

[@Wintergatan]

The loop is my favourite

[@BenTardif]

Thanks! It was one of the trickier parts to make

[@code988yay]

Ben Tardif wow u got the band to say stuff on ur channel

[@rublejarel]

Ben Tardif u aced it 👌

[@voxxiox2199]

It's a marble machinist, in the comment section, of a marble machine!
Makes perfect sense
(not being sarcastic)

[@mahawiryasantoso5689]

Wintergatan me too.

[@Willland]

If I were a marble, this would be the best vacation spot

[@lilynikos]

If I were a marble, the best vacation spot would be in a small container with lid open. This would get me dizzy

[@owenlandis5333]

You should see marble mountain! 😀

[@necrobyte7451]

I’d rather not think about it

[@13_Drus]

I wouldn’t want to hit walls and other people while rolling down so i’ll pass

[@MEBOEFEBOE]

If i were a grown up i would build a marble with a camera i already have the blue prints and material to make it but i have to wait until im a grown up because im not smart yet

[@5MadMovieMakers]

Super cool

[@BravoTango-vt8em]

I will like this comment

[@EvanMoon]

I like how you built for different routes and each one is very different. I really enjoy how the first route went around the back of the tower

[@afloyd4976]

I don't always Like videos on CZcams, but when I do, it's because of creative things like this.

[@keenanmobley3304]

Hallelujah amen to that

[@that_child2292]

I think if Ben and Jelle’s Marbel runs teamed up together, the 2021 marble league would be awesome

[@avoxmusic1252]

Your next marble run needs to be titled, "Around The World" in which you build small versions of land marks and change the scenery based on location!

[@briggswilliams]

Commander Fuse great 💡 idea

[@TheMeanderingduck6]

Wasn't it Codename Kids Next Door that did this concept in an episode?

[@jacksfilms3876]

+TheMeanderingduck6 I think gravity falls

[@benlewis3847]

Sweet nod to overboard

[@repeatquinny]

He doesn’t need to do that much work give him a break ffs

[@lapsemweaver4001]

Yaaaaay, it's finally here!

[@nukernathan5489]

YES!!

[@millie6621]

Lapsem Weaver YYYEEEEAAAAHHHH

[@SpriceMachines]

beautiful!!!

[@SplatterFrog]

Great camera angles. Some good effort into this final video Ben. Keep up the great video'ing efforts. Cheers and Ribbit sir!

[@AmtrakProductions]

Wow found you guys here!

[@thatesc]

I can’t believe it. I found you again. I was one of your first viewers, and when I saw your channel name and profile picture, I knew you were the one who did those country marble races so many years ago...

[@TheCodiak]

I don't know why, but the clinking of the marbles is very satisfying.

[@hedgehogcoasters7239]

Even 4 years later this is awesome. There's only 17 holes, but ig you could count the landing platform as the 18th hole (ball return), so you got a full mini golf course!

[@KryoXMusic]

Ben, Thank you for what you've did and what you are going to do. You're the best marble machine builder i know and i really enjoy the videos you're making. You also helped me a LOT with that kind of stuff, like: building a funktional marble machine, making the details and terrain and painting. You're the coolest guy i know and i want you to see this.
For the people who see this comment, like it that ben sees it, thanks! Ps: Ben you and your creations are AMAZING!!!

[@BenTardif]

Thanks!

[@AndyAndromedaArt]

I like how each run is colour coded with little hints of colour in the same run.

[@origines]

Hole in One!

[@NgaLe-ce4ky]

Origines Nah,more like "Whole in One!"

[@MEBOEFEBOE]

When my baby brother gets the golf ball in the whole he says "Strike!" And if it doesnt go in the whole he says "spare..."
And it doesnt make any sense

[@Quonzer]

You deserve an award or something for this.

[@joeybeck8118]

This is a real work of art and engineering, this further inspired me to pursue engineering throughout high school, thank you

[@TheRealTricky]

I love marble machines and I love mini golf (playing it... watching it, nah)... The combination of two things I love and made with dedication. I love people with dedication for what they create.

[@davidedavibia3262]

It's the most marble run I haven't seen in my life 👏👏👍🏆

[@racegrooves]

Sweet concept! Nice execution :)

[@kabelguy70]

Didn't expect to see you here

[@GravityGroovesByRaceGrooves]

Kaleb Green Yeah, I have a marble channel too :)

[@doofdrop]

No matter how many times I watch this I'm always amazed in some way

[@ScytheNoire]

The Marble Madness Machine in action. Very hypnotic.

[@Archer-bc6cv]

I think your filming investments were well worth it. I cant wait to see what you build next.

[@yendorelrae5476]

Very cool themed marble run!....I remember watching you sort out the "bump" that the balls receive before going to the initial 4 hole separator, it looks like you have it sorted out to random. Perfect combo of a lot going on without too much going on, you can really enjoy watching it!

[@austintheman.97]

I love marble machines and mini golf, so that one is definitely one of my favourites.

[@tsonava4223]

I remember this... I cant believe its been a year... I watched the mini golf marble machine since episode 6, and I am just looking back at it

[@NimbleJack3]

It's incredible seeing it all in action! Thank you so much for showing us this project.

[@Davis2you]

This is the coolest business I’ve seen yet

[@but531]

This is very real, so beautiful, the bushes and the stones are so perfect. The green is so real . All the construction is very real. You don't need to work harder than this, this is super real.

[@BenTardif]

Thanks! That's exactly the kind of response I was working to create

[@slacebo7306]

Yessssss finally! I watched all of the 23 parts of making it! It s so cool!

[@MaxImagination]

Wow amazing work my friend!! Honestly the best mini marble motorized track I've ever seen!!! Great job!!!!

[@NTVE404]

If all the marbles was in the same spot, it would’ve been hilarious!

[@bethstreich6565]

Awesome job on your marble machine different colored marbles to resemble golf balls! Your next marble machine should be earth themed like the ocean, the mountains , the jungle

[@matthewsee7718]

Just gotta love your creations, you should make it your career. Thought I'm just a kid, but I'm sure others would donate and support you! Set a patreon page maybe?

[@epochemu3505]

That's actually a good idea

[@maxamillion6042]

He's finally finished it. I've been here since part 1.

[@benmarshall7235]

I really like the way this video was made because you showed each route well and I didn't feel like I needed to pause the video to see all the details of the marble machine

[@Tulwean]

very impressive. I saw part 23 of the build and i must say. Very well done. such amazing detail.

[@DylanDoesStuff1]

Revisiting this video years later, I would love to have this at my house

[@robertlembo]

The level of attention to detail is staggering to say the least.... O.O

[@leaf5524]

I like how each hole takes the marble to another section of the machine

[@MrBholman90]

We love your marble machines! My son is 4 years old and is a big fan. He would love to see you make a Hot Wheels inspired marble machine. Thank you

[@BenTardif]

That’s a great idea!

[@Weisz]

Dude way to go! This is super impressive. I mean, I make build videos too, but this project is an incredible piece of work! Way to go :)

[@tiankuohua5167]

Hey, you forgot a motorized windmill.

[@mrmikojo5738]

Or one being pushed by the marbles of a different row, that would be nice. This is pretty inspiring stuff.

[@jmert_5859]

And Done!! Watched every episode today.

[@tylersheedy8578]

Well done Ben! This is truly amazing. I am so excited to see what you build next.

[@imperiallaj7804]

This is so amazing and the sound of the marbles is so satisfying

[@plxsh404]

3:39 My personal favorite part of the marble run.

[@baileyisachamp1]

I’m in that part of CZcams again... still super cool though! Creative!

[@jondalle1332]

Turned out great, can't wait to see your next one!

[@averywilliams4461]

This is great. Especially the loop and waterwheel

[@dan-5678]

All those hole-in-ones... If this was an actual course I'd probably still be unlucky enough to not get a hole in one XD. This is seriously beautiful and amazing sir. Good job!

[@onjohns1]

Thank you for showing each path! Great machine!

[@Thomas-oi2mw]

I especially love the bushes and the water you added to make it look realistic, great work!

[@alexanderschalk1326]

Great Job Ben!!! It looks great and it works great!

[@enzogalsim253]

This really beautiful, I can't wait for that new glass container display marble machine Ben 😋

[@JoeMakaFloe]

I have to say, this really well done

[@thetoytable299]

Amazing set up. It sounds like hard rain against the house.

[@papercraftnony4431]

The wait is finally over! 😀

[@TheVarietyGuyTV]

So awesome! Glad I followed along throughout the build! What a great idea and final product, love it!!!

[@wawa4245]

Anyone else kind of getting asmr tingles from this?

[@amnz-pq6py]

This is very cool! You are very talented! I love marble machines! Thank you for sharing these videos!

[@deluxe798]

Awesome job! It was great to watch you build this!

[@breakfast7418]

Now that's what I call a hole-in-one!

[@JulieCassmeyer]

Why was this video so satisfying?!

[@jedhowrey687]

Congrats dude I know you have put I lot of time and effort into this thing and it looks great!

[@cinecisst]

Great job Ben!

[@barneythedino6272]

great build. worth the wait

[@johnnyh.6851]

That is soooo cool. You did a terrific job, and thank you for sharing.

[@thefallingpi341]

Amazing job at finishing it.
Cheers, Simon

[@joglm2728]

All the marbles:so much fun!

[@nicholasmartin2544]

Awesome! It looks so good!

[@chocolatechipcookie1541]

This looks fantastic!

[@vaggelistoubos3451]

Great work!! I'm so happy to see it all done after so much work! Can't wait for the next one!! When do you start building it??

[@Tripplejdog]

vaggelis toubos I was about to ask the same thing!

[@BenTardif]

Soon I hope!

[@danthepanda3110]

Ben Tardif how did you do this by yourself

[@haydnbold]

you did a great job on the design and build. Many many thanks for recording and producing this video series.

[@frederickoswaldaruji6911]

This is certainly a marble run, but with a twist

[@gdpointplant2943]

Hey Ben you should give it a finishing touch by adding four mini colored flags (blue, orange, red, yellow) at the top of the mountain where you had those numbers in the vid. Spectacular contraption. Keep it up!

[@V0idPhantom]

after all the hard work and it's now finished and it was worth it.
great job you earn a break after this :)

[@dinoswr]

i have been waiting for this for too long

[@davidwiedman3499]

This looks so good 😊

[@cd1051]

Well done 👍🏼 looks amazing

[@malmanification]

I LOVE the sound this makes. its good background noise for when working on things.

[@benporter4784]

love ur vids bro. good job on the marble machine!!

[@_kv_9388]

I'm a huge fan! Keep doing what you do!!

[@Kevin-hx3ec]

This is all pure chaos and so elegantly put together I love it mad props

[@aliteraldumpsterfire672]

Love it! keep up the good work!

[@floorshame]

Amazing ,
the little details are great and I love the waterfall

[@williammetz8270]

Awesome video!!!

[@stephaniekwek5102]

This marble run is the best I love it

[@austinriche473]

Mesmerizing to watch!! But the constant sound of the marbles started to tempt my sanity a bit haha

[@joshfulcifan1015]

This is a truly beautiful piece of art. Well done👍👍

[@platygetzkillz627]

This is hands down amazing I love this channel I am subbing without a doubt.

[@tannerburkhart8726]

That was awesome keep up the work!!😀👍

[@mistiehyatt5831]

This is awesome!

[@GretSeat]

All that work for 20 seconds of fun and an 8 minute youtube video. Okey Dokey.

[@febiarfini9128]

All the disliker doesnt know how hard it is to make this

[@djwatermellon6110]

loved watching u make it
congratulations on finishing

[@bobbymahoney4723]

Awesome work

[@ZeacorZeppelin]

This was very satisfying to watch

[@solar_side]

This is amazing!