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So I built my speaker stands last night...

The top and bottom wood pieces are 1.5" in width each. For some reason I had in my head they were 6" total height added to the stand (both sets equal 6"). So I go ahead (may I mention with my wife, who was stoked to help out build my DIY gear, including my flexi rack) and cut the PVC pipe and the all threaded rod. I cut the PVC pipe for 15" (15" + 6" is 21", perfect height). I then cut the all theaded rod to 20.25", I start to put it together and realize that I am 3" out!!!!!

So now, intead of my speakers being 40" tall, they are 37" tall, the tweeter is around the 35" mark. I am kind of an obsess freak over little stuff like this, but is it worth it to buy another PVC pipe and all threaded rod and cut it correctly? Will I notice a huge difference in those 3" of height?

My other option was to get spikes for the bottoms of the stands. After some research, they cost too much, which is why I went with a DIY project in the beginning...I have no pictures but my style of stand is like the picture below...

Man, that sounds like what happens when I do a project... I would say don't worry about it, but if it's going to drive you batty, redo it.

I thought I had seen spikes for a pretty low price somewhere; perhaps someone on the boards will remember the link.

ya, I think I have decided just to pick up some more PVC Pipe...this time around I will do the job correctly...sheesh.

I think I will notice a difference in sound stage...but it won't be major, thats for sure.

I was in total disbelief all night last night...grumbling to myself as I was setting up the media room.

I think the saying should be measure twice, think about it for awhile, measure again, think some more, measure one last time, cut, d'oh!

I ran in to the same problem with some molding in my basement HT. I even cut it three times and it was STILL too short.

Try adding another piece of wood to the bottom plate, cut to extend about a 1/2" beyond the existing base in all directions. It will give you more height, a heavier base, and an interesting architectural detail. I'll sketch up something and show you what I mean next time we cross paths (I just love to draw ).

you could make another plate for on the bottom and a little wider. Just cut 2 " strips 45 degree angle and screw them on the bottom so they protrude 1" or so wider on the front and sides. Then cut a square piece a little wider than the base again and router a nice edge on it. It would give you 1.5" more hieght a little more stable and look nice.

BTW.. they look nice I made a set a few years back with MDF and painted it black and put the high gloss coating to them. I may end up making them again for my son

Could always put Spikes on the bottom to raise it up an couple inches ?