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Welcome to the Project-Resonator wiki!

This wiki is still in very early development! Many of the pages do not yet exist or are actively being worked on. Expect missing content and placeholders while the documentation is being built.

Welcome to Project Resonator

An Open-Source IEM Design Initiative A love letter to the IEM/CIEM hobby.

This wiki will serves as a comprehensive guide for building your own custom in-ear monitors (IEMs). Whether you're a first-time DIYer or an experienced enthusiast, you'll find resources here to help you design, tune, and refine your own high-fidelity IEMs.

📖 Getting Started

If you're new to the project, start with these:

• Required Tools & Software – Software and equipment needed for this project.

🔧 Design & Engineering

Learn about the different aspects of designing an IEM from start to finish.

• Driver Selection – Understanding driver types, their pros & cons, and how to read their measurements.
• Crossover Design – The high-level theory of what crossovers are and why they are necessary.
• Crossover Tuning – The practical guide to designing filters, understanding components, and achieving a target sound signature.
• Component Picking – Selecting specific resistors, capacitors, and wiring.
• PCB Design – How to take your crossover circuit and build it into a proper PCB via KiCad that can be manufactured.
• Shell Design – Creating an ergonomic and acoustic-friendly shell.
• Shell Material & Manufacturing – Resin casting, 3D printing, and other business related sourcing methods.

🤝 Community & Contributions

• How to Contribute – Share improvements or modifications.
• Project Licensing & Usage – Understanding the open-source nature of the project.
• FAQ & Troubleshooting – Common questions and solutions.