Designer:

Mike

Project Category:

Bookshelf Speakers

Project Level:

Intermediate

Project Time:

8-20 Hours

Project Cost:

$500-$1,000

Project Description:

The Swan M1 is an outstanding bookshelf speaker and when paired with Dayton Audi 6 1/2 mini sub it is even better! The HiVi F5-5 is very capable small driver and the HiVi RT1C-A Planar tweeter is the best I have ever heard! The Xover is not cheap! the design can be found on line. Don’t skimp on components! All available at PE. These cabinets were finished with vacuum pressed maple burl veneer and a cherry stain, Polyurethane seal and finished with a wax buff

Design Goals:

1. Hi fidelity bookshelf speaker
2. Quality build and finish
3. Good X-over

Driver Selection:

HiVi F5-5 – main driver
HiVi RT1C-A Planer Tweeter

Enclosure Design:

Rear Port

Crossover Design:

On line access to Swan M1 X-over design

Tips & Tricks:

N/A

Conclusion:

Outstanding sound for a small bookshelf speaker and when accompanied with Dayton Audio 6 1/2 inch mini sub it is even better

About the Designer:

Retired CEO who has been building speakers on and off over the last 50 years.

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