Classic metaphor that I'm sure could only come from you. I did do some research and the good kits are up around $350-$450. For that amount the interest has lessened. Like you said Bren, it is for the satisfaction of building something that MAY come out OK. I'm sure you look at that center with a little more pride then if it was just another 12 yr old speaker. I have heard some people say that building your own will supply you with a great speaker at a fraction of the cost of a store speaker. So I though, "what the F**K". May have to do some more research.
