trying to characterize the 1 Pi as being in the same cheap category as ratcrap. The 1 Pi kit is over $40 per speaker in parts...average ratcrapcreation about $10. Made is USA vs. taiwan. Designed by a degreed engineer vs. "internet committees". Instead of leading him down the damar path favored by ratcrappers, I suggested, "Why not build a proven design like the 1 Pi?". I wanted him to improve his chances of hearing "good sound", it's up to him whether to chase rainbows or follow physics. Had I seen all those posts at HUG, I would not have bothered trying to "help", he's got enough "INFO" now to stay confused already. Sam