to both vintage & modern-day loudspeakers and electronics, from Entry Level to Ultra High End models.
Performed by experienced audio technicians, Fab Audio specializes in the service and restoration of high-end loudspeakers and equipment. From precision reconing and surround replacement to crossover rebuilding, diaphragm service, and sourcing rare or discontinued components, we ensure premium systems perform exactly as their designers intended. Our electronics techs are specialized in their own line of expertise, ie: turntables, vintage receivers, tube gear, solid state, and modern day electronics.
Note: We service all brands. Call Jim at (416) 414-8900.
Replacing all moving parts of a speaker driver using a recone kit (cone, spider, voice-coil, leads, dust cap, gasket). Ideal when suspensions are collapsed, a coil is rubbing, or the cone/spider is torn. We match parts as closely as possible to the original.
Common on hi-fi drivers with foam surrounds. We carefully match surround type, mass and compliance to restore proper performance and preserve the original character of the driver.
Often for vintage speakers when complete recone kits aren't available. We match coil material, former, winding height, impedance, and build details to bring drivers back to life.
When other components remain sound but the cone is damaged. Depends on correct cone availability; in some cases a full recone is the better option for correct alignment and reliability.
If drivers test OK but the system fails at the terminals, the crossover may be the culprit. We service capacitors, resistors, inductors, L-pads, wiring, and boards ~ with a design-first approach.
Dust caps protect the gap and can affect tone ~ we match size/material (paper, cloth, aluminum, etc.). Lead wires can fail while the rest of the driver is healthy; we replace cleanly to restore continuity.
Compression driver and dome tweeter diaphragms can sometimes be repaired (if coil wire integrity allows), saving cost. Otherwise we source and install proper replacements to spec.
For localized tears or fatigue. We carefully remove the necessary parts and install a new spider with proper centering and alignment to ensure smooth travel and zero rub.
When repair isn't practical, we supply original or closely-matched replacement drivers (subs, woofers, mids, tweeters). We'll help you choose the correct fit for performance and value.