These $185 DIY HiFi Speakers Sound AMAZING
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День тому✅ Amiga Tower Speaker Kit:
With baffle only - parts-express.sjv.io/9W1PYe (US)
Full kit - parts-express.sjv.io/DVEgNy (US) / bit.ly/3TxBF6x (EU)
Components only - bit.ly/48RgGjx (EU)
🔊 Sound test: • Sound Test of the DIY ...
✅ Free build plans: Metric - bit.ly/3hexyIC , Imperial - bit.ly/3LZprOu
Crossover diagram and more info - bit.ly/3HpoTO9
More from the Designer himself, Paul Carmody - bit.ly/3Jm8xYj
✅ Components for single speaker (US / EU):
Dayton Audio RS180S-8 7" Woofer - parts-express.sjv.io/15jLNg / bit.ly/3Tc4c0h
Peerless DX25TG59-04 1" Tweeter - parts-express.sjv.io/Vyre5R / bit.ly/4cglXnJ
2" (50mm) port - parts-express.sjv.io/Zdk1AR / bit.ly/3Pi9Sor
Acoustic foam (2 pcs) - parts-express.sjv.io/b3ZzoB / bit.ly/4a5G7Px
✅ Crossover components for single speaker (US / EU):
PCB boards for easier assembly - ebay.us/HvWHnL
6.8uF 250V capacitor - parts-express.sjv.io/ORNQxA / bit.ly/3TbMaLK
0.22uF 250V capacitor - parts-express.sjv.io/4ekDN1 / bit.ly/3PlCMnE
8.2uF 250V capacitor - parts-express.sjv.io/NKdDqO / bit.ly/48TU3ez
0.40mH 18 AWG inductor - parts-express.sjv.io/WDjao3 / bit.ly/3VeOfsE
2.0mH 18 AWG inductor - parts-express.sjv.io/gbzKd5 / bit.ly/48X2Xb4
0.35mH 20 AWG inductor - parts-express.sjv.io/Gj6B9E / bit.ly/3wJdIAj
5.1 Ohm 10W resistor - parts-express.sjv.io/EanXDX / bit.ly/4a9QLot
2.4 Ohm 10W resistor - parts-express.sjv.io/n1O3dx / bit.ly/43bXAUh
2 Ohm 10W resistor - parts-express.sjv.io/6ba9ZN / bit.ly/3Tbgd6d
Other parts:
Speaker terminal cups - parts-express.sjv.io/eKgMXQ / bit.ly/3vjanaK / geni.us/jdeOR
Speaker spike stands - parts-express.sjv.io/DVEgoy / geni.us/qTGEF
M4X16mm screws - parts-express.sjv.io/ZdkDYQ / bit.ly/3Tugp1D
Foam gasket tape - parts-express.sjv.io/ZQB1K1 / bit.ly/3Vv4ej0 / bit.ly/3hXlrnu
Tools:
TS101 soldering iron - bit.ly/3HUzrI9 / geni.us/owyDm5G
Cordless drill - bit.ly/4bZg5PN / geni.us/A5AZi
Drill bit set - bit.ly/3S3i6zC / geni.us/ktAK1M
Center punch - bit.ly/3xslc8u / geni.us/o5WBEwB
Wire stripper - bit.ly/3T1pVrO / geni.us/6epIs
Step drill bits - bit.ly/3Pe3fU6 / geni.us/xYRx7J
Jig saw - bit.ly/3uWmric / geni.us/D8GC
Orbital sander - bit.ly/3HBOC8O / geni.us/gHqu0W
Wood router - bit.ly/3I7Aplm / geni.us/6okRl
Router circle jig - bit.ly/3P5B75e / geni.us/JvCvO
Flush trim bit - bit.ly/43ggzfH / geni.us/bZRVci5
Forstner bits - bit.ly/35snpjW / geni.us/F6it
Helping hand - bit.ly/3B9mIgt / geni.us/Yyqyte
Another popular design by Paul Carmody, the Amiga 2-way tower kit has a small footprint but produces a big sound. This kit has become known as a boutique Hi-Fi killer. This kit is ideal for novice woodworkers, the baffle is pre-cut for the drivers, you just build the enclosure. The kit includes parts to build a single speaker: a pre-cut front baffle, cabinets, drivers, crossover components, and damping material.
The Amiga has a detailed yet relaxed sound with surprising low frequency extension
Remarkably flat response, ±2.5 dB from 35-20,000 Hz
This kit is ideal for any novice woodworker. The enclosure is very easy to build, you only need to create a box and attach the pre-cut baffle. The solid 3/4" MDF baffle is CNC milled by Denovo Audio to tight tolerances. Recesses for flush mounting the drivers are pre-cut making assembly a snap.
This kit includes nearly everything you need to build a top-notch speaker including a pre-cut baffle, cabinets, drivers, port, damping material, and crossover components.
0:00 Intro
0:26 Building the cabinets
6:30 Cabinet assembly
8:41 Sound deadening
9:20 Crossover build
12:41 Installing crossovers
13:08 Final assembly
13:55 Sanding
14:54 Veneering
19:46 Router work
20:37 Veneer sanding
21:15 Port cutouts
22:00 Applying varnish
23:25 Ports
24:31 Terminal cups
25:09 Woofers and tweeters
28:34 Speaker stands
29:06 Outro
@fiero880 Рік тому
I saw the intro and thought hey I can do this. Then kept watching. I realized you are a true crafts-man. Amazing quality to detail.
@Runndeep Рік тому
Thought the same thing, excellence at work
@RascalCatify Рік тому
Just get the full kit and you at least dont need to worry about the wood cutting part.
@FranciscoRodriguez-vw6qu Рік тому
The same, haha, but I really want to try, and maybe start my own biz.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you so much! Truly appreciated.
@bluzrok-Oleg Рік тому
Мастер он,- однако.
@joaquim8025 2 роки тому
UKposts has suggested me this video. I just wanted to watch a couple of minutes and finally half an hour later... still here totally hypnotized. Great job. So satisfying.
@sknuruddi 2 роки тому
Hello
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Wow, glad to see you liked the video! Thank you for watching.
@przemekkulesza2393 2 роки тому
Mee too 🤣 great work !! 👌
@antonyjoseph673 2 роки тому
Great work. Where do I get these components.
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you. Please check the description.
@anxiety1209 Рік тому
Love that there is no voices no loud music at the background and just the noises of the speaker getting built
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you! Glad to see you enjoyed the video. I'm sure many viewers would like a voice-over added but I guess that's just my way of making videos.
@IanCoomer 2 роки тому
From one carpenter to another I know we are always looking to improve our skills and get better with each project. Learning from others and passing on skills and knowledge is invaluable. So here's me doing my bit, next time you fix the internal structure. Rather than just glueing and screwing, it would be a lot stronger if you rebated a 3 to 5 mm channel for the panels to sit in. That way you've got three points of contact for the glue and less chance of the MDF splitting from the screw. I hope that helps and can be of benefit to you. I love your speaker builds and I'm building a pair of these for my living room.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you for the tip. I have been considering cutting rabbets for the internal structure but decided to screw the pieces instead, saving me quite some time and effort. It would also complicate the project more. The speakers hold and look fine to this day. Though I'm sure it would have made the enclosure more sturdy if I had the rabbets cut for the internal bracing.
@glennmorgan4197 2 місяці тому
@DonnyTerek from one carpenter to two others, rabbiting the internal structure isn't necessary for a speaker build and would unnecessarily complicate the project. The internal structure does not serve the same purpose as a furniture style cabinet, and since you countersunk the screws and their only function is to stiffen the cabinet, splitting should not be a problem. If they were functioning as a shelf in a piece of furniture, it would help, but then you're not using mdf.
@RodneyDavis 2 роки тому
I looked at everything! Durn! Even parts of commercials. Gonna build this for sure. Dude! Your workmanship is amazing! Most relaxing 30 minutes I've ever spent on UKposts. THANK YOU.
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Awesome! Thank you! Very much appreciated. You won't regret building a set of these speakers, trust me, haha.
@RodneyDavis 2 роки тому
@@DonnyTerek I'm still a little conflicted choosing between the Amiga and the Tri-Trix T-line though.
@briantorney980 2 роки тому
Very nice cabinet making skills. You absolutely took your time and the finished product shows your effort.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you very much! Means a lot to me.
@johy2007 Рік тому
Although I don't know a thing about cabinet making, this is so satisfying to watch. Great video and so well filmed. It must have taken so much effort. Thanks for sharing.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you a lot! Glad to see you enjoyed watching.
@mxbishop 2 роки тому
I watched the entire thing - and saw no wasted moves. Excellent showcase of shop skills and video editing!
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Many thanks! Much appreciated.
@jackieyu2520 6 місяців тому
Very good, you are the most serious person I have ever met, and you are also the person with the best craftsmanship. The speaker craftsmanship is exquisite and standardized.
@63MGB1 Рік тому
I have used a similar jig and technique to recess flanges for many DIY speakers, but must say I like your jig more than mine and also picked up a few new tricks from your video. Thanks!
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you so much! Happy to see that you found the video useful.
@stevenclarke5606 2 роки тому
Nice job, there is something really satisfying about watching woodworking videos.
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you! Glad to see you liked it.
@australianvideonews3976 10 місяців тому
Hi Donny. Thanks so much for your help, the speakers are finished and sound great. I followed everything you did on the video and it worked a treat. Glueing the veneer on was really good using the hot iron method.
@DonnyTerek 8 місяців тому
Hi! Sorry for the late reply. I'm fascinated to see that I've inspired you to build your own. I'm sure you are just as happy owning a pair of these as I am!
@BlackBunik Рік тому
Fantastic! It certainly makes me appreciate the craftsmanship that went into my Neat Motive 3 more.
@NeilBlanchard Рік тому
Excellent work, and very well done on the video! You make doing veneer look easy. I have built with Baltic birch, to avoid dealing with veneer. I would suggest either removing the woofer when drilling its screw holes, or covering the phase plug; to prevent any dust from getting into the voice coil.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you a lot! Dealing with veneer is not so difficult after all as I thought it would be. Yup, I took extra care when drilling the woofer holes. Since they were a tight fit, I did not want to remove them to drill the holes. Might cover the phase plug next time!
@NeilBlanchard Рік тому
@@DonnyTerek This kit might be a great starting point for a mass loaded transmission line speaker? I have been designing these, and they generally get you cleaner and deeper bass - and more open, less "boxy" midrange. You essentially get the internal baffles as braces, and the quality of the sound - assuming the MLTL design is right - you get the best possible sound from given drivers. I use the Hornresp program to design mine, and if I get a chance I will see if this woofer can work. I would try to make use of the front baffle, possibly?
@NeilBlanchard 11 місяців тому
@@DonnyTerek I watched this video again, and thought that it would be a good idea to add a rib across the inside of the front baffle, right between the drivers. This is the most stressed part of the cabinet, and so it needs to be better supported.
@Karlson131 2 роки тому
Great job! Everything is done very carefully and thoughtfully.
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you! Means a lot to me.
@csj9619 2 роки тому
I really like the circle-cutter jig you've made for the router. I've made my own design, but now will copy yours as it looks far superior. BTW, I've often been tempted to purchase the Amiga kit several times while browsing PartsExpress.
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thanks! I believe I saw such a circle cutting jig on UKposts but can't recall where. Decided to make one myself, turned out great. Though it is really important to have tight fit of the parts to minimize any movement while cutting. Had a few enclosures ruined myself when the screw got loose and the router dug into the wood.
@SergeyPRKL Рік тому
@@DonnyTerek Make a short video about the jig :) It seems to be one of the best ones.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
@@SergeyPRKL Will keep that in mind!
@95lovi Рік тому
Tip for milling holes , use a much smaller groove bit . 4 or 5 mm
@95lovi Рік тому
For the cut out
@maddog3454 2 роки тому
This is so impressive to watch. Definitely not something I could do even if I had the tools. You guys really do have a awesome talent.
@williamborges3914 2 роки тому
He did a great job. But, it really isn't super difficult. BTW, the vendor he used also sells kits with the wood panels precut. You might want give it a try sometime.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Wow, many thanks! Much appreciated.
@maddog3454 Рік тому
@@williamborges3914 I would love to try this
@matomato65 7 днів тому
$185? The speakers are priceless. Enjoyed the video.
@tedshred8436 4 місяці тому
Great looking build. Very skillfully put together as well. Nice job. They look great.
@DonnyTerek 3 місяці тому
Thank you so much!
@MJorgy5 2 роки тому
For the webbing, I would make one as a template then use a copy bit on a router to make the rest. Excellent workmanship!
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you!
@nesutoneko 2 роки тому
Nice to see the Amigas getting some love! I built these a few years back and they are excellent for the money. I skipped the MDF flatpack cabinets and built the cabs entirely from Baltic Birch plywood. My only gripe is their low efficiency but I knew that going into the project and thats the compromise for F3 of 34 Hz in a relatively small cabinet.
@anthonymartinez2582 2 роки тому
I commend you on using Birch rather than MDF f****** MDF
@nesutoneko 2 роки тому
@@anthonymartinez2582 A little more work but BB is a MUCH nicer material to work and live with.
@ActivityPhoto Рік тому
@@anthonymartinez2582 MDF is used because of it ability to dampen resonant vibrations.
@mymodel6 Рік тому
"I skipped the MDF flatpack cabinets and built the cabs entirely from Baltic Birch plywood".. You spent more to make your speakers sound worse, congratulations...
@nesutoneko Рік тому
@@mymodel6 you’ve got golden ears, congratulations
@thejoojooman6538 Рік тому
This is now my favourite video ever. Fantastic work!
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you so much! Truly appreciated.
@mdocod Рік тому
I currently use that DX25 in my home theater speakers mated to Celestion TF0818 midbass "prosound" drivers. Original design had them crossed over a bit too high around 2.2khz, I recently re-enginerded the crossover and pulled it down to around 1600hz. The new parts will be here this week for the crossover upgrade. Can't wait to install! My rationale on using the TF0818 is that the system is intended to be crossed to a sub anyway, so might as well use something more optimized for the intended frequency range. The TF0818 are 5-8dB more sensitive than most 7-9" class HiFi midbass/woofer type drivers (even when compared to 4 ohm drivers) while still being very low distortion and having a pretty smooth response in their usable range. I have them playing down to ~80hz in a 3/4ft^3 box tuned to around 80hz.
@bugman72 2 роки тому
I haven't built the Amigas, but currently use a pair of PE's TriTrix MTM TL speakers as my left and right front speakers in my theater as well as one TriTrix MTM as center in horizontal orientation. I built these many years ago and they are still an amazing sounding front stage. Parts Express's kits are very underrated, I feel.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
I've been looking at the TriTrix MTM speakers lately, looks like a great set. Might try building these soon. Absolutely agree with you that the PE's kits are underrated - they do deliver great quality at low price + the fun of building one!
@greenbrightly Рік тому
Absolute craftsman! Thanks for doing this loved watching the video.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Much appreciated, thank you!
@ScottGrammer 2 роки тому
Donny, the crossover components you used are just fine. NO need to change component choices. And sand cast resistors ARE WIREWOUND RESISTORS. Nice job.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you a lot!
@goodgoat3096 2 роки тому
A beautiful execution of a great speaker design. You can get nothing like these at a hi-fi store for anywhere near the price. Excellent!
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you a lot and very well said!
@appleturnover519 2 роки тому
Yes!! After spending over $5000 on equipment and hours and hours of frustrating work while being confronted by a very steep learning curve. No thanks.
@buka9330 2 роки тому
@@appleturnover519 It's not that hard and you don't have to be so serious about making them perfect. A jigsaw and a hand drill will get you a long way. It's simply a fun hobby.
@piworower Рік тому
@@appleturnover519 and they cost 300 per speaker for the parts alone. but to be fair it is a hobby and a fun one.
@Victor-ze3sd Рік тому
I'd buy a pair of focal chorus 706 for the same price, or a pair of Wharfedale diamond 11.1 or triangle plaisir, etc davis acoustics made some decent tower speakers at that price. I live in France so prices are probably not the same as in the US.
@arniespace 3 місяці тому
Nice build! I also build speaker kits from PE. I was so glad to see you refrain from using hot glue to fix the X-over components. Every video I've ever seen on speaker building does that. I use silicone myself, which looks like what you are using here.
@DonnyTerek 3 місяці тому
Much appreciated, thank you! Yep, silicone works well to keep the components in place and reduce vibrations.
@rynz_2893 2 роки тому
my favorite part was when you were putting together that driver board! that was so cool!
@artv4nd3l4y 2 роки тому
Very nice build, everything is very well done.
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you a lot! Much appreciated.
@commandav 2 роки тому
Wow! These look as good as - if not better than some - what you'll find in any HiFi shop. Nice!
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you! Much appreciated.
@badger305 Місяць тому
Fine job, that's a helluva lot of work.
@ashlynalves5095 2 роки тому
Superb, Amazing, Impressive, and skillfully built. Keep it up
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thanks, will do!
@terrellbarnes4943 5 місяців тому
Mad skills great work.
@CBZED101 Рік тому
The sound of the glue bottle brushing against the wood was so satisfying 😫
@elthamlad468 7 місяців тому
Oh how I wish my school had taught me woodworking skills. I feel I'd need several years just to learn the tools! Great video BTW. I'd love to be able to make something like this
@DonnyTerek 7 місяців тому
Thank you! That's why pre-cut kits are provided in order to skip most of the tools. Links in the description if interested.
@Chopshotah Рік тому
You produce some great work. Amazing stuff here.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you! Much appreciated.
@iwanoutmans3537 4 місяці тому
Really nice build!
@DonnyTerek 3 місяці тому
Thank you!
@goranbosanac458 Рік тому
Fantastic work, really enjoyed watching your video....
@TobilektroNoizeferatzu 2 місяці тому
pretty good work, respect
@hankypanky9380 2 роки тому
Excellent!.....looking forward to listen how it sounds
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you! Just released the sound test if you would like to check.
@mitkomitko7473 7 місяців тому
Sir, Very nice work! I think that the SEAS A26 kit would suit your craftmanship even better! Very nice video!
@DonnyTerek 7 місяців тому
Thank you! Would love to put my hands on one of those kits, but the price as a bit steep!
@thefarmer5677 2 роки тому
Very nicely built project, sir -- and a very well shot video also! Thanks for taking the time and effort to put this together. Parts Express really does produce a nice speaker kit at a very reasonable price. I build a pair of their Overnight Sensation bookshelf speakers that I use as the front mains in my home theater and I've been very pleased with them. I found plans online for a matching center channel that I scratch built to complete the front soundstage. It really is hard to beat Parts Express for low cost yet decent sounding products!
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Wow, thank you so much! Truly appreciated. PE's kits are indeed underrated, considering the overall quality for the low price they provide.
@andhikanurcahyo5999 Рік тому
ooooooooopoooooopoooooo
@ElCidPhysics90 Рік тому
Very nice. Would you put these in a home theater and if so what center speaker would you pair with these?
@Motocicleiros Рік тому
We knew this project as "Baubo" in Brazil but I missed the inside duct to improve the bass. It's a cheap project that will result in incredible sound based on 6" car speakers. I made my ones.
@anthonydenn4345 2 роки тому
Wow, they look great. Nice job.
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Many thanks!
@JoeDogInKC 2 роки тому
Great video and excellent work. How long did it take in actuality? Also, from my own experience, it's not a good idea to drill the holes for the drivers while the drivers are in the enclosure. I've slipped and ruined expensive speakers before by doing that.
@svenschwingel8632 2 роки тому
Also, in case of this woofer with its phase plug, small wood chips could get into the opening between membrane and phase plug and from there, maybe into the coil.
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you a lot! Hard to tell the actual time frame it took me to build these since I was filming the process which takes quite a lot of time. I would say a week worth of evenings from start to finish. Yep, I do agree that a steady hand is needed if drilling holes for the drivers while they are mounted in place. So far no drivers have been hurt by me.
@shb8124 Рік тому
Nice job and satisfying to watch. Wouldn't mind hearing them in the flesh they look pretty nice 👌
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thanks! Kindly appreciated. They do sound as nice as they look.
@stLtBilko 9 місяців тому
It's some brilliant work you did there I am very impressed as I would love to create beautiful looking speakers, I really liked veneering on those cabinets I don't have the confidence to use real veneers, the drilling & cutting out was on many levels above what I could achieve in the same amount of time, only thing I would do differently would be to make a box to have externally mounted crossovers instead, I'm planning to make a pair of these myself using my 2.5 way Monitor Audio X-overs fitted onto sand filled bases with 3 inch carpet spikes
@nakfan 7 місяців тому
If you use thicker frontbaffles Troels Gravesen recommends chamfering the inside of the driver holes for midrange / midwoofer drivers for max breathing.
@JimmyBaevsky Рік тому
Very good job! I wish my speakers will be made same carefully! Watched with big preasure, thank you!
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you so much!
@user-th9pl9cw2h 2 роки тому
Классные колонки изготовлены, профессионал высочайшего уровня!
@-.6223 Рік тому
Ну да, тем более с такой мастерской можно хоть мелкосерийное пр-во открывать) А я всё на коленке подручным инструментом)))
@chrish2685 Рік тому
Great video,Amazing skills.Think the crimped spade connectors are the weak link to a fantastic project
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thanks! Much appreciated. I added a bit of solder on the crimped parts off-camera.
@LP-cs6zg 2 роки тому
Great job and impeccable video! 👍
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you very much!
@garyhendrie4001 Рік тому
They look top notch, well done
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thanks!
@Kapitaen_Flauschbart Рік тому
Masterful work! I like these chassis from dayton too ... great engineering!
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you!
@Google_Does_Evil_Now Рік тому
20:17 Circle Jig, adjustment, under side view. I'm impressed with it, curious how it works, how it's set. Nice work. Really liked the Oak veneer work and results. Wondering if I bought a pair of old speakers could I use them as the chassis base and then put in that new speaker and electronics kit you have used to update and improve them.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you! The circle jig is pretty simple, you loosen the bolt that's on top to move the sliding part. This way you adjust the cutting radius. Unless you can source a pair of speakers the same size and internal volume as these, you could re-use them with somewhat similar results.
@SuperBlueFever Рік тому
amazing work! well done.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Many thanks!
@brandonmays7345 Рік тому
Dayton audio, I always support local businesses. Good product 👌🏼
@NormcoreGreg Місяць тому
The parts may be worth $200, but the labour iw worth at least x10 more! I love your attention to detail. Well done sir!
@franciscoortiz6980 2 роки тому
Wow nice video of detailed work. 90% work of cabinet... 10% everything else.
@Luke-qs2cg 2 роки тому
That's speaker building in a nutshell
@jimmyh9129 Рік тому
Subscribed to this amazing work. Thanks 👍👍👍
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you a lot! More coming soon.
@vapingwithjames3370 2 роки тому
You made a seal/gasket for the tweeter but I didn’t see you do it for the woofer and was just wondering why not? Great video
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thanks! The woofers have a gasket pre-installed in factory.
@twotonez1141 Рік тому
Very clean build
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thanks!
@garygranato9164 2 роки тому
great vaneering skills , they looked better than you could buy from a shop
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Wow, thank you! It is a relaxing procedure to have the enclosures veneered. Takes a bit of time and patience but the result is well worth it.
@rakshitnasikkar6711 Рік тому
Amazing craftsmanship 👌🏼👌🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you kindly!
@devastaterx Рік тому
Really great to watch. ty
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you!
@herrlindner Рік тому
That veneering job is on another level
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thanks!
@weaselxp3663 3 місяці тому
I learned a lot. Thanks.
@DonnyTerek 3 місяці тому
Happy to hear that, thanks for watching!
@user-kj5zt7cr8o Рік тому
凄く綺麗な仕上がりで素晴らしいです‼
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you kindly!
@3xplosiv0 2 роки тому
very relaxing watch
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Glad you enjoyed it!
@hamzatatta952 8 місяців тому
Hi nice project what are those things underneath the Speaksr called ?
@DonnyTerek 8 місяців тому
Hi, thanks! Those are speaker spikes.
@BostonMike68 Рік тому
Really beautiful
@antonyharding5360 3 місяці тому
Lovely job ,fair play to you. If they sound as good as they look ,win win win...
@DonnyTerek 3 місяці тому
Thank you! They do sound splendid!
@caraqal Рік тому
Hey, thanks for the nice video! How did you ship the kits to Europe? I believe you're in Vilnius, right? How much import taxes did you need to pay? Thanks!
@pavelgrishkalis Рік тому
nice and clean work 👍
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you kindly!
@RamonRamonism 2 роки тому
Great video! What´s the PVA wood glue you used? I´m having issues whit mine and need to try another. Thanks in advance
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Hello, thank you! I just used regular PVA D3 wood glue.
@oneanddonetzone3673 2 роки тому
Elmers wood glue consistently wins competitions when it’s compared to other wood glue is rather inexpensive easy to find and it even works for outdoor projects!
@dhananjaybhatt2348 Рік тому
superb job
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you! Cheers!
@erwinvb70 2 роки тому
Nice build, maybe I’ll attempt a kit myself in the future. Would have gone with Palisander veneer to make them look even better.
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you! Can't go wrong with this kit. Palisander looks great, but I was looking for a lighter finish - couldn't be happier the way they turned out.
@jeffreybritton3338 2 роки тому
Very nice video. Why did you cut the holes before applying veneer?
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you! I had the holes cut before the veneer to minimize the dust that would enter the enclosures if the holes were cut after the veneering. It also allows more room for error if I accidentally cut the holes too big on the first time - they can still be covered with the veneer and then cut smaller.
@jcchaconjr 2 роки тому
Ah, Parts Express. I've known about them since the days of Mail Order. When I was a DJ many years ago, my partners and I built our own set of cabinets with speaker components , crossovers, and a book on Speaker Cabinet design purchased from them. With a little help on the carpentry work from one of our parents, they came out fantastic and sounded great!
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Awesome to hear that! Great company they are.
@brucey5585 Рік тому
Nice for the old days with the big amp. these day the small sound bar is all you need.
@J00SD Рік тому
Great build, really enjoyed this video. How long did it take you to finish the speakers?
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you! It is hard to say since filming takes most of the time. It took me a couple of weeks' evenings to build these.
@karimdailyjazz 2 роки тому
Very nice job thanks
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you too!
@samankumara7461 Рік тому
Great job Sir
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you.
@mruncletheredge 2 роки тому
What a great build.... Now you're putting ideas into my head.... Good job man...
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thanks 👍
@LydellAaron Рік тому
Excellent work! Didn't know these kits existed. Does the MDF inside require routing? Pictures show it routed out, but video had blanks. If I had to route the inside from blank, then this kit seems better suited as raw material for a small to medium sized speaker production company as their incoming raw stock for adapting, or an advanced diy-er. Not a casual assembly speaker build, unless it's prefab with the speaker holes routed. Is the inner volume generally, impedance matched to the speakers?
@spudpud-T67 Рік тому
I wondered why so much effort went into making the round overs etc when they were just to be covered up.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thanks! The inside routing is not necessary but it is a good idea to have the inside edge of the woofer rounded over for smooth airflow. The speaker holes are routed and recessed for flush mounting. The enclosures that I made in the video are fully built from scratch, only the speaker components were provided by Parts Express.
@hashknight1 2 роки тому
very well done
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Thank you! Cheers!
@OSCARALBERTOREY Місяць тому
Excelente trabajo!
@Infamanious Рік тому
The hardest and most elegant part was applying the veneer correctly and methodically. Definitely not part of the novice woodworking aspect! I'm also surprised at the frequency response on the 7" Dayton Audio reference speakers. My first ever speaker project began with the 3" reference drivers ( probably the best full range drivers for hitting crisp highs without a tweeter). Then i upgraded to 4" drivers which to my surprise wasn't really that big of an upgrade. Finally i added a 6"1/2 tang band subwoofer built exactly to spec and hit 30-35 hz that tapered right around 46 hz. My point is: do tweeters really add to the euphoria of sound quality? or is it that much of a big difference compared to just using a regular subwoofer and 4" dayton audio reference drivers? ( using hifi amp of course)
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
To my surprise, applying veneer is not that difficult after all! You just have to get the right technique and keep the angles sharp. After that it is just rinse and repeat on every side. I haven't made a full-range build yet. Would love to try that to hear the difference.
@kensmechanicalaffair Рік тому
Dedicated tweeters add more air.
@pedrogomezvazquez5606 4 місяці тому
Gracias Donny por tu estupendo video y trabajo. He seguido tus instrucciones y me han quedado dos torres increíbles. Quería preguntarte si habría que modificar mucho las medidas internas para poner dos woofers en vez de uno solo, y si los dos en paralelo los podría manejar el mismo crossover.
@DonnyTerek 3 місяці тому
Hello, thank you for the kind comment. I would not recommend modifying these speakers. That would require a complete rebuild of the enclosure and crossovers. Why would you want to have 2 woofers? At least to me these speakers have plenty of bass.
@wojtek7003 Рік тому
What a pleasure to watch. Great project, but why did you choose MDF, (price)?
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you! MDF is a great choice for speaker building due to its qualities and relatively low price compared to plywood.
@jean-marcschmitt413 9 місяців тому
Superbe travail Bravo !
@Adanacon Рік тому
How and what established your center to center measurement of the drivers? Tip: try mixing up the thickness of the braces to avoid any resonance build up. MDF has a huge resonance peak at about 200 Hz
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Hi, thank you for the tip. The design wasn't created by me.
@jeromelester8 2 роки тому
Very helpful, thank!
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you for watching!
@adfraggs Рік тому
$185 and about 6 months of my life ... this is something for later in life when the kids are a bit older. I can still dream.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Or get the pre-cut kit and spend a few evenings to glue it up! 😄
@edvedder7835 Рік тому
Amazing video. Thank you.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you for watching!
@ActivityPhoto Рік тому
Donny you are very multi talented, one video you are building a DIY FAST e bike the next doing excellent wood working project. You must have one heck of a work shop.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Thank you so much! I actually do not own many tools or a large workshop.
@jacksongunner7122 2 роки тому
Built something similar using Dynaudio drivers 25 years ago, still going strong so something like this can last a lifetime if you do it right.
@DonnyTerek 2 роки тому
Well said!
@ralphlivingston894 2 роки тому
I’m sure the speakers sound nice… Probably fantastic but your skill level is through the roof. They may sound great but they look gorgeous… You are an artist! Great video by the way.
@DonnyTerek Рік тому
Wow, thank you so much! Truly appreciated.
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