DIY Audio Metasite


I have spent some time researching do-it-yourself audio and I have created a metasite of books, web pages, and articles. In many cases I found it to me more expenive to build your own electronic hi-fi equipment. For instance, you can buy a new high quality phono preamp for $50, a 2-way Linkwitz-Riley active crossover for $80, a used audiophile grade 2 channel amplifier for $150, and an excellent used preamp for less than $100. The gainclone projects are inexpensive and show some promise for return on investment if used to make a multichannel amplifier. If you happen to have large transformers, heatsinks, and metal boxes lying around, then build away.

I think there is a clear advantage of building your own speakers. Studio monitors are the only speakers available that offer a great value. Premade speaker enclosures are very expensive and make projects not worth while--buy some plywood and learn how to veneer. I would not recommend building ribbon speakers; Magnepan Inc. has a great pair for $500.

Don't get me wrong, do-it-yourself audio is fun and exciting, but don't expect to get better performace for your bottom dollar.

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