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289-941-4499

Schmidt Audio
  • Home
  • Product Line
  • Product Specifications
  • Media & Reviews
  • Prototypes
  • Vintage Audio/Trade In's
  • Limited Editions
    • JGP45 - Retro Subwoofer
  • Demonstrator Speakers
  • CHECKOUT
    • USA Resident Checkout
    • Ontario Resident Checkout
  • FAQ's & Partners

Open-baffle "Schmidt-packs"

Easy does It...

Everything Worthwhile takes Time...

Everything Worthwhile takes Time...

Our flat packs started with the creation of a template that was then used to cut MDF pieces section by section. Pieces were then securely positioned with dowels and locked in place with simple hardware. 

Everything Worthwhile takes Time...

Everything Worthwhile takes Time...

Everything Worthwhile takes Time...

The process includes carefully planning the layout of all components including crossovers and driver mounting. 

Assembly Required...

Everything Worthwhile takes Time...

Assembly Required...

The (dare I say) cabinets are fully modular and can be moved into various configurations and positions. A complete mock up is performed prior to paint and assembly.

Painted & Mounted...

Nearing Completion...

Once each piece of the baffle boards are painted, the "mock-up" includes mounting all speaker components to ensure proper fit.

Nearing Completion...

Nearing Completion...

The process is time consuming, but the end is near! Think of flatpack assembly like building your favorite piece of furniture from a certain Swedish Superstore - minus the meatballs...

Wired and Ready!

Wired and Ready!

Once fully assembled, crossovers are mounted, wires are routed, and everything is connected. The first listen is nearing!

Open Baffle Speakers - "Schmidt Packs"

Testing, Testing, 1,2,3..

Although these are purely conceptional - initial listening tests are very promising. Various configurations are being studied; Including, implementation of a high-frequency horn & second woofer. "Schmidt-Packs" would be easy to ship & assemble at their final destination. 

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Prototype construction ~ Mini u-biq-cube-ous

Mini-Ubi, making of a prototype - first cuts.

"Making the Cut"

"Making the Cube"

"Making the Cut"

A well designed prototype cabinet must be exact to the design specifications. First "cuts" require precision for proper fit and finish. Our cabinets use beveled cuts  to increase the surface area of the edge of the piece of mdf to create a stable, stronger weld.  


Many have said that bevel cutting is more of an art than a science. At Schmidt Audio, we tend to agree. 


Baffle Board

"Baffle Boards"

"Making the Cube"

"Making the Cut"

On a traditional speaker, the front baffle is used to mount the transducers. On the "Mini-Ubi", we've placed the baffle board on the top to accommodate "upward-firing" speakers. To achieve a streamlined effect, the 5.5 inch woofer and 1" tweeter are recessed into the baffle. Precision cuts are made to ensure speakers sit flush and enough 

On a traditional speaker, the front baffle is used to mount the transducers. On the "Mini-Ubi", we've placed the baffle board on the top to accommodate "upward-firing" speakers. To achieve a streamlined effect, the 5.5 inch woofer and 1" tweeter are recessed into the baffle. Precision cuts are made to ensure speakers sit flush and enough room is provided for removable grills and our two diffractors. 

"Making the Cube"

"Making the Cube"

"Making the Cube"

The "Mini-Ubi" is essentially a 12x12 cube. Assembling the enclosure requires time and patience to make a precise fit. The rear boards have already been cut out to accommodate binding posts and an attenuator to control the mid/high frequency output. Once a prototype cabinet is assembled, next comes the task of making sure the surfaces are

The "Mini-Ubi" is essentially a 12x12 cube. Assembling the enclosure requires time and patience to make a precise fit. The rear boards have already been cut out to accommodate binding posts and an attenuator to control the mid/high frequency output. Once a prototype cabinet is assembled, next comes the task of making sure the surfaces are suitable for primer and paint. 


Stay tuned for more progress!

"Insulation is Not Just for Homes..."

"Insulation is Not Just for Homes..."

"Insulation is Not Just for Homes..."

At Schmidt Audio, we believe that properly insulating our cabinets can reduce unwanted resonances. Cabinets with inadequate dampening can cause back-waves and reflections of sound off cabinet surfaces and result in distortion. 


Our aim to faithfully reproduce your favorite music as best we can, not add to it.   

"A Cube is Born..."

"Insulation is Not Just for Homes..."

"Insulation is Not Just for Homes..."

With the addition of the top baffle, "a cube is born"...This process of jointing all four beveled edges to the top baffle helps increase surface area for glue and material contact. 

Overall, this process helps create stronger joints, reducing cabinet vibration and ringing.

"We Sweat the Small Stuff..."

"Insulation is Not Just for Homes..."

"We Sweat the Small Stuff..."

Just how important is proper "prep"?  The reality is that "the small stuff" can make all the difference! The "Mini-Ubi" has received multiple layers of primer to prevent color bleed & all edges have been routed to reduce unwanted diffraction.


 Cabinet edge diffraction is a real phenomenon where secondary sounds are caused by acoustic diffr

Just how important is proper "prep"?  The reality is that "the small stuff" can make all the difference! The "Mini-Ubi" has received multiple layers of primer to prevent color bleed & all edges have been routed to reduce unwanted diffraction.


 Cabinet edge diffraction is a real phenomenon where secondary sounds are caused by acoustic diffraction at certain frequencies. These sounds are not natural and can be responsible for "blurring" of sound. 

"Back In Black..."

"Base & Diffractor..."

"Base & Diffractor..."

At Schmidt Audio, we try to make our products as durable as possible. For this reason, even our Prototype Speakers receive multiple layers of hand applied cabinet paint. Production models are applied by spray gun. The finish is tough and resistant to minor abrasion.

"Base & Diffractor..."

"Base & Diffractor..."

"Base & Diffractor..."

Our Mini-Ubi incorporates (like our v.2) upward firing drivers in an Omnipolar configuration. The integrated bottom base allows from a downward port and hand turned bass diffractor. The Mini-Ubi is intended to sit on stands or on a cabinet. 

"The End is Near..."

"Base & Diffractor..."

"The End is Near..."

The finish line is in sight! The Mini Ubi is now treated to high quality OEM bass and high frequency drivers. Glenn has also mounted an attenuator for mid/high frequency control, speaker binding posts, and the first mount for wooden diffractor(s).

"The Checkered Flag!"

Final steps to this unique prototype include installing metal grills to protect speaker components and affixing diffractors for both the tweeter and bass drivers.


The "Mini-Ubi v.2" is now in the design stage. Production versions will be available in late spring 2024. Product will differ from pictures.


*For more information, please see Products Page.

PROTOTYPE CONSTRUCTION ~ SUBIQUITOUS v.1

"Component Candy..."

A great speaker start with great components...Our design was to create a musically superior subwoofer that complimented the system with tight natural bass. A high-quality Peerless 10" woofer was selected to be driven by a reliable 100 watt Class A/B amplifier from a top OEM manufacturer.   

"The Death-Star Enclosure..."

Designing a sealed enclosure that resembled the "Death-Star" was no haphazard experiment. Our goal was to create a uniquely dense enclosure that would be free from unwanted resonances. This behemoth was designed with purpose - deep, tight, accurate bass.

"Primed for Success"

"Primed for Success"

We are committed to providing our clients with the highest-level value to cost equation. Affordability does not mean corners should be cut...That is, unless you are trying to reduce edge diffraction like in this picture. Primed in pure white, the enclosure is ready for paint and assembly.

"Trademark Black..."

Some joke that Glenn likes black...The reality is that this enclosure will look luxurious with the natural wood base pillars & bass diffractor in just a couple more days. Don't like black? We won't hold that against you... :) 



"Did Somebody Say Base?"

A powerful subwoofer needs to be firmly grounded. Our integrated base does just that, allowing for both 360-degree dispersion of low frequencies while taming unwanted resonances and reducing vibration. 

"Bottoms Up..."

"Bottoms Up..."

Celebratory beverages are held till the end of the build, but footers are not. These heavy rubber footers reduce vibration - Upgraded ISO-Feet are available for an additional investment. 

"360 Degree Bass..."

"Cool As a Cucumber..."

At Schmidt, we tire of forward firing speakers. Our downward firing 10" woofer and adjacent solid poplar bass diffractor, providing a 2-3 dB bass boost and 360-degree dispersion. Better design means more practically in different environments - a.k.a, your room.

"Cool As a Cucumber..."

"Cool As a Cucumber..."

Finally, the Class A/B amplifier is mounted and installed and is running "cool as a cucumber" under load. Flexible inputs include RCA & High-Level (speaker wire). Provisions for RCA outputs are included; As well as, gain, crossover frequency, auto-sense, and REV phase switch.

"Testing, Testing, 1 2 3...

"Testing, Testing, 1 2 3...

The final product is now "put through the paces". Various room integration and set-ups are used to ensure the final product meets our standards and your satisfaction. Frequency sweeps show a flat response across the low frequency range up to 200 HZ with an f3 of 40HZ and resonate frequency of 35HZ.  

Introducing, the "SUBiquitous v.1"

We have to level with you...When Schmidt Audio's first subwoofer was complete, we had no idea what to name it (lol). Special thanks to Hudson for suggesting the great name! 


Think this subwoofer is cool? Wait till you see what we do next!


*Also available with a smoked glass top.

*For more information on the SUBiquitous v.1, please see Products Page or contact us today!


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