This Subwoofer with Passive Radiators was designed around the Tang Band W6-1139SIF 6.5inch subwoofer driver and Dayton Audio 8inch passive radiators. The goal was to have a small but powerful subwoofer that is ideal to match with a smaller set of stereo speakers for Hi-Fi or nearfield studio use.

BUILD PLAN: https://soundblab.net/product/passive-radiator-6-5inch-subwoofer-build-plan/

When following this build plan, it can easily be built with everyday woodworking tools and by someone that does not have advanced woodworking skills. The construction follows butt joints.

When following this build plan, the end result should give you a speaker that will have the following approximate specifications:

  • Power Output: (Mono) 60 Watts (4 Ohms)
  • Bass Principle: Passive Radiator Enclosure with approximate -3dB of 35Hz.
  • Approximate Size (W x H x D): 254 mm x 269 mm x 286 mm

Parts:

DescriptionPurchase Link
1m (6.5 foot) of speaker wire (14 AWG)(US) https://bit.ly/2BuKbLc , (EU) https://bit.ly/39erRI4
1x Tang Band W6-1139SIF 6.5 inch Subwoofer Driver(US) https://bit.ly/3rL4woK , (EU) https://bit.ly/3xcx4bI
2x Dayton Audio DSA215-PR 8″ Designer Series Aluminum Cone Passive Radiator(US) https://bit.ly/3zoTzMv , (EU) https://bit.ly/2UVva2b
8x Self-adhesive Felt or Rubber Feet(Amazon) https://amzn.to/2XVQaXw , (EU) https://bit.ly/3kB56SL
1x Arylic Wireless Subwoofer Amplifier Board(Arylic) https://bit.ly/3yeEBbo , (Amazon) https://amzn.to/3f8LyDc
OR 1x Lepai LP210PA 2x30W + 60W 2.1 Channel Mini Plate Amplifier(US) https://bit.ly/2VhR5jY , (EU) https://bit.ly/3xhgirU
1 x 24V 4.16A Power Adapter(Arylic) https://bit.ly/2WuRBeR , (EU) https://bit.ly/2TNxB6o , (US) https://bit.ly/377DGxl