Designer:

Nicholas Bertram

Project Category:

Bookshelf Speakers

Project Level:

Beginner

Project Time:

8-20 Hours

Project Cost:

$100 – $500

Project Description:

I needed a set of near field monitors for video editing and music production. I’ve always been a fan of Paul Carmody’s designs so when I saw he had a studio monitor I knew I would eventually build a set.

Design Goals:

I wanted to start incorporating some woodworking beyond just gluing and painting a flat pack. For these I used solid bubinga on the trim pieces of the front baffle to match the veneered sides.

Driver Selection:

Hitmaker MT Bookshelf Speaker Kit with Knock-Down Cabinet (discontinued)

Enclosure Design:

Kit Specific

Crossover Design:

Included with kit

Tips & Tricks:

N/A

Conclusion:

I’m really happy with the way these turned out. I meant for them to be for critical listening, but they sound surprisingly musical. They are very precise.

About the Designer:

Making speakers combines my love of music and woodworking.

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