I started down this road/hobby last year, initially with a Parts Express kit and now having just finished my own design based off a Soundblab YouTube tutorial. As @pindac @koestner point out, there are inherent learning curves and initial investments in tools, but it's not particularly difficult, especially if you get the cabinet flat packed.
DIY Speaker Kits, a good idea?
Looking at the high quality of drive units in DIY loudspeaker kits like from Madisound, GR Research, SEAS, etc., it easily looks like a sonic bargain.
However, the typical audiophile mantra is to demo for yourself to find what subjectively “resonates” with you. Can’t do this with a kit. But a kit could be a sonic jackpot for one on a tight budget. Also seems fun to build.
What’s your opinion?