Notes from the workshop.

The journal

Notes from the workshop.

Build guides, measurement deep-dives, and news from the bench in Plymouth.

Dealer Markup vs Direct-to-Consumer vs DIY Speakers: What Are You Actually Paying For?
Informational Articles
Dealer Markup vs Direct-to-Consumer vs DIY Speakers: What Are You Actually Paying For?

Dealer markup, direct-to-consumer audio, and DIY speaker kits all price products differently. Learn what you are actually paying for and which route offers the...

Informational Articles
Are DIY Speaker Kits Worth It? What You Save, What You Learn, and What Can Go Wrong

If you’ve spent any time looking at home audio upgrades, you’ve probably run into the idea of DIY speakers. The idea is simple: instead...

Inside the Build: Technical Deep Dive into Kerry’s End-Game Speakers
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Inside the Build: Technical Deep Dive into Kerry’s End-Game Speakers

Building a speaker from scratch is never just about wood and wires—it’s about engineering sound through modeling, measurement, and iteration. Kerry’s latest floor-standing speaker...

How To
HOW TO: Connect a Subwoofer to a 2-Channel System with and without Subwoofer Output

Step-by-step guide for connecting a subwoofer to a stereo system with or without a dedicated subwoofer output. Expert tips from CSS Audio speaker builders.

Unlocking the Formula: Determining the Optimal Amplifier Power for You
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Unlocking the Formula: Determining the Optimal Amplifier Power for You

Determine your optimal amplifier power requirements for your speaker using these principles

European Distributor
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European Distributor

If you are looking for CSS products in the EU or the surrounding area, check out our newest distributor, SoundImports. We believe SoundImports is...

Front vs rear ports - Does it matter?
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Front vs rear ports - Does it matter?

CSS Audio explains whether front or rear port placement affects bass performance, room placement flexibility, and overall sound in DIY speaker designs.

Q4 Playlist
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Q4 Playlist

Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/playlist/0d246f6e-5b24-4fed-b5b8-d932bba1c246Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0kYseJSTz15SltbV4cRcDn?si=62b34573c4174593Kerry’s Tracks:Greta Van Fleet – Lover, LeaverGreta Van Fleet has a great sound that channels lots of Led Zeppelin vibes. This is...

CSS playlist - July 2023
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CSS playlist - July 2023

We are excited to announce our first CSS playlist on Spotify and Tidal to let us share the music we like with everyone else.

Cabinet Assembly Tutorial
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Cabinet Assembly Tutorial

Watch CSS Audio's step-by-step bass module cabinet assembly tutorial. Learn professional flat-pack techniques for clean, lasting DIY speaker builds.

Criton 1TD-X Crossover Assembly Tips and Tricks
How To
Criton 1TD-X Crossover Assembly Tips and Tricks

Avoid crossover assembly mistakes with CSS Audio's Criton 1TD-X tips and tricks. Video guide covering component placement, soldering, and testing.

Easy Veneering Techniques
How To
Easy Veneering Techniques

Master easy veneering for your flat-pack speaker cabinet. CSS Audio covers veneer selection, application, gluing, and finishing for a professional result.