Speaker Kit FAQ

FAQs are my favourite. Especially with new releases. Most of these questions haven’t been frequently asked (or even asked at all!) but it’s a good way to start a conversation and answer some questions you didn’t even know you had!

Are your speaker kits ‘Audiophile’ Grade?

We kick off our Speaker Cable FAQ with the same question, except speaker building is far more complex than the humble cable. Best to have a read of our methodology below which will better answer this question.

What is your speaker kit methodology?

Methodology… isn’t that a fancy word for describing the humble act of building a speaker. I’ll try and sum it up as best as I can…

Our goal is to build an objectively good speaker within certain budget and buildability constraints. This naturally means focusing on the ‘pareto principle’, better known as the ‘80/20’ rule. In speaker building this means sourcing quality components and striving for a relatively flat response in a desired frequency range limited by budget and enclosure parameters. We’re lucky that quality components are manufactured very cost effectively now and going over and above the components we have chosen quickly results in diminishing returns.

We could absolutely build a better speaker. But that will come at a cost which isn’t the goal of most of our kits. I have no doubt our kits will progress but for now we’re focusing on fun DIY kits which we’re confident the end user will thoroughly enjoy!

How easy are your kits to build?

The complexity of our kits vary.

Our Mercury Speaker Kit is targeted at ultra beginners and is the logical choice for your first build. You need almost no knowledge of woodworking or speaker building experience to pull these off. The guide is comprehensive and takes you step by step through every stage of the building process. We even have ‘optional’ steps which can be ignored if you’re not fussy (or don’t have the required tools) and want to make the process as quick and easy as possible.

All other kits assume a basic level of woodworking and speaker building knowledge. As an example, these kits will provide a crossover schematic vs a step by step guide on how to wire and solder each connection.

How ‘Australian Made’ are your kits?

We’ve done the best we can here. Unfortunately, speaker components are pretty niche so there’s not a huge market to produce them here. In saying that, the MDF used in our cabinets, wire used in the crossovers and dampening material are all made here in Australia. We do source reputable parts for everything else from brands such as SB Acoustics, Dayton Audio, ScanSpeak, Purifi etc.

What’s included in your kits?

Best to have a look at the individual kit page for what's included. We have multiple offerings ranging from plans only right up to pre-cut CNC cabinets.

What tools/consumables do I need to build your kits?
There are some tools which are a requirement, others just make for easier assembly or a better finish. Upon placing your order, you will receive an email within 24 hours with info on everything you will need to assemble your speaker including the guide itself. Here’s a bit of a run down of the main items to get you started:

  • Required:
    • Glue
    • Clamps or a brad nailer (preferably both)
    • Allen Key (size varies)
    • Soldering iron and solder (if assembling crossover)
    • Wire cutting tool
    • Crimping tool (pliers can work here)
    • Wood filler/putty (if nailing/screwing cabinets together)
    • Sandpaper and paint/wrap for finishing speaker
    • Patience
  • Optional:
    • Router
    • Roundover bit
    • Wire stripping tool

Do you have intentions of adding more kits?

We sure do. Finalising the SB Acoustics GEMA Speaker Kit is high up our priority list. If you would like a speaker in kit form, be sure to get in touch as we can offer custom options.

What support do you offer?

If you have any queries while building, start by getting in touch with us by email. From there, we can best work out how to tackle your queries whether that be by email or a follow up with a phone call.

I stuffed up a piece. Do you offer replacement parts?

We sure do. Flick us an email and we can post you out a replacement part for a small cost + postage.

What equipment do I need to drive the speaker?

Currently, all our kits are passive meaning you will require an amp/or AV receiver to pair with your speaker. Be sure to check out the specs of each speaker to ensure your amp can handle the minimal impedance.

I have my own design, can you cut me a cabinet?

We sure can! This requires drawing your speaker in our software and cutting it on our CNC. For more info, head to the 'Our Services' page.

How much is postage for my kit?

Our Mercury Speaker kit comes under our $15 flat rate shipping option.

For all other kits, shipping costs are quoted individually based on the best available delivery option. We will always choose the most cost-effective shipping method while ensuring safe transit. In addition, we provide the full packaged dimensions and a link to our courier website for indicative pricing.

Customers are welcome to organise their own shipping and we also offer Free Local Pickup.

How long until my kit is posted?

Lead times for each kit are listed on the product page.