t’s December, and while everyone’s arguing over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie (it is), the high-end audio industry keeps rolling along, squeezing wallets like it’s their favorite holiday tradition.
But here’s the thing: it doesn’t have to be this way.
Why High-End Audio is So Expensive
We’ve all seen those shiny, high-end speakers and sleek hi-fi setups that look like they belong in an art gallery.
They’re beautiful, no doubt, and they make your heart race just looking at them. But if you’ve ever felt the sting of their price tags, you’re not alone. Big-name hi-fi brands often slap on markups so steep they’d make your accountant cry—60%, 70%, even more.
After 15 years in the audio world, one thing is clear to me: these markups aren’t about making better sound accessible; they’re about padding profits. And honestly? That’s not fair.
A Smarter Alternative: DIY Audio
This is where DIY audio comes in. With a DIY approach, you can bypass the middlemen—the distributors, retailers, and flashy branding budgets—and go straight to high-quality sound.
Take our Trohet R kit, for example. It features premium Scan Speak drivers and an advanced time-aligned crossover. If this setup were sold by one of the big brands, you’d easily be looking at over $10,800 AUD.
Why? Because the supply chain and markups balloon the cost.
With us, the Trohet R price is $3550 (depending on wood type). That’s a fraction of what you'd pay for equivalent performance. Our margins? Just 25%, so you’re not overpaying—you’re investing in quality.
Is DIY Audio Hard?
Not at all. Sure, building speakers might sound like a job for an engineer (hi, I’m one of those, so I get it), but we’ve made it simple. Our kits come with detailed instructions, and we’re here to help at every step.
Hundreds of people—novices included—have built their own speakers with us. They’ve discovered the joy of creating something themselves, from the first screw to the first perfect note. The pride you’ll feel when those speakers light up your room with incredible sound?
Priceless.
Why We’re Passionate About DIY
DIY isn’t just about saving money. It’s about empowerment. It’s about saying “no” to overpriced gear and “yes” to your creativity and skill.
And when you hear your favorite music on speakers you built yourself, it’s an experience that’s hard to put into words.
Build Your Sound with Our Premium Kits
Thinking of diving into DIY audio? Now’s the perfect time to experience the joy of building your own high-fidelity speakers. Our kits are designed to deliver performance that rivals (and often surpasses) traditional high-end speakers—at a fraction of the cost you'd pay for similar sound quality from big-name brands.
Explore our range:
Trohet R Kit: $3,550
Trohet Kit: $2,100
Trohet R Upgrade Kit: $2,370
Copenhagen Kit: $885
Each kit includes everything you need to create a speaker that not only sounds incredible but reflects your craftsmanship. Whether you're new to DIY or a seasoned builder, our kits make it easy to bring audiophile-grade sound to your home.
Ready to Start Your DIY Journey?
If you have any questions or would love to hear the speakers before you start building, please get in touch.
Cheers,
Atlas Gouverneur - Chief Designer
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