HOW TO BUILD: Speaker Supply List

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 (1) 11'' Blanda Matt IKEA Salad Bowl  

    -Note: Currently, the size rating is rated in cm (adjust accordingly).

(1) 11'' x 11'' 3/4'' Thick Solid Wood (Poplar or Other)

    -Note: Although wood type doesn't matter too much, try to match the color to the salad bowl.

(3) Sonic Impact 5065 Generation 2 T-Amp

    -Note: Each Sonic Impact amplifier has two discrete channels so only 3 amplifiers are needed.

(6) Infinity Reference 4022i 4'' 2-way Speakers

    -Note: Alternative speakers can be substituted, just caution on the size.

(6) 1/4'' Mono TS Female Audio Jacks

    -Note: TRS or stereo jacks can be used, but add unused functionality in the case.

(3) 1/8'' Stereo TRS Male Audio Jacks

    -Note: These jacks will be used inside the speaker enclosure, so go for easy-to-solder over aesthetics.

(3) 1' Audio Cable, 3 Conductor Stranded, Shielded

    -Note: This cable will be used to connect two 1/4'' Mono TS jacks to one 1/8'' stereo jack. 

               Gauge doesn't have to be exact.

(1) Cabinet Handle, Amerock BP19009-SS

    -Note: Alternative handles can be used, but this one seems to work well.

(1) DC Power Jack, Circular for 12V, 3A Supply

    -Note: Make sure that the power jack fits the power supply from the Sonic Impact amps.

(1) Tie Strap, 1 1/4''W x 9'' L

    -Note: Common tie straps (or strap ties) come in a variety of lengths. Cut to fit with minimal holes.

               Better yet, use custom cut sheet metal with the same dimensions.

(1) Power Switch, ON/OFF Toggle

    -Note: While most toggle switches will be fine, make sure it can handle 12V, 3A or greater.

(8) 3/8'' Male-Female Aluminum Hex Standoff Screws

    -Note: Used to fasten the amps to the base plate and to one another in a stack.

(8) 3/4'' Male-Female Aluminum Hex Standoff Screws

    -Note: Used to fasten the amps one another in a stack.

(6) 4'' Solid Wire

    -Note: Use to chain together the three amp power connections. 

               Gauge doesn't have to be exact.  Preferably red and black colors.

(6) 1' Speaker Wire, Braided

    -Note: Use to connect the speakers to the amps and amp power connections

              to power jack and switch. Preferably red and black colors.

(8) Wood Screws, Flat Head, 6 x 1 Size

    -Note: Used to screw in the base plate into the salad bowl bottom.

(4) Wood Screws, Round Head 6 x 1/2'' Size

    -Note: Used to screw in the face plate into the salad bowl and base plate,

(1) Solder, Lead Free

(2) 10kΩ Resistor

(1) Electrical Tape