2.1 Speaker System Project
As part of my passion for high fidelity audio I designed and built a custom 2.1 speaker system, learning how to optimise acoustics (particularly for bass frequencies).
The project involved:
- Driver selection & Crossover Design: I used a 10 inch subwoofer to achieve a low frequency response, a 6.5 inch midwoofer to blend in well with the response of the 10 inch subwoofer while providing strong mid frequency response, and a 1 inch silk dome tweeter for a wider dispersion pattern with strong high frequency response. Due to the Thiele/Small paramters of the midwoofer and tweeter, I settled on a 2 way, 1st order crossover at 3kHz for the drivers.
- Enclosure and port optimisation: Engineered a rectangular, folded port to extend low frequency response to F0 of 30Hz with an F3 around 26Hz. Designed a 60L box, incorporating sound dampening materials to increase the theoretical volume of the enclosure.
- 3D Printing: I used my skills in CAD and 3D printing to design components such as the feet, terminals and a grille for the subwoofer port to improve performance and aesthetics.
This project reflects my commitment to high-quality audio, engineering problem-solving, and CAD-driven design, bridging the gap between technical precision and real-world performance.
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