AR Speaker Repair Kit # FSK-8

Acoustic Research 8" Foam Speaker Repair Kit FSK-8 (PAIR)

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Acoustic Research 8" Foam Speaker Repair Kit FSK-8 (PAIR)

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The most common problem with speakers are rotted, torn or damaged surrounds. The surround is the outer suspension part of the cone. Constant vibration, time and the environment cause foam and rubber surrounds to degrade. Cloth and paper surrounds can become brittle. This causes distortion and poor performance.

Luckily, our easy to install repair kits will make your old speakers sound just like new!

New-Edge-It® speaker repair kits. America's # 1 brand since 1992.

See Product Description, Title or the "Fits Models" tab to see speakers listed for this repair kit.

Repair kit includes:

2 x made in USA foam surrounds:
Outer diameter: 7.75" (197mm), Roll outer diameter: 7" (178mm), Cone diameter: 5.875"- 6" (149mm - 152mm), Inner diameter: 5.375" (137mm)
Angle attach
Exact dimensions can also be viewed in the photo gallery
1 x MI-3035 rubber based repair adhesive
1 x applicator brush
Easy to follow color illustrated instructions
FREE technical support and online videos

Product Overview:

Brand new formula made in USA surrounds last much longer than the originals.
We ship the same high quality parts used in the pro audio repair market.
We do NOT use generic glues or low quality imported surrounds like others sell.
Our exclusive clear drying rubber based repair adhesive is designed for paper, poly, and composite cones. Dries flexible, strong and clear.
Kits can be installed without removing the dust caps.
Dust caps, shims and gaskets are available for most models if needed.
Access to our complete library of how-to speaker repair videos.
Fast and FREE shipping to any USA address and worldwide shipping.
Economical and environmentally friendly. Save money AND save your speakers.
Simply Speakers® - Quality Speaker Parts since 1992!

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Woofer Foam Surround Repair: I followed the repair video for the foam surrounds on a Cerwin Vega woofer on your website. The video answered all questions, and I ended up with a superb-looking set of woofers on my old (mid-1980's AR) speakers. They sound great too! I have sent a photo of the before and after.

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Reviewed by: John from Villa Park, Illinois, U.S.A. on 3/2/2015

Thank you for the prompt service. The foam speaker surround kit has restored my old AR6 speakers back to life. They were very easy to install using the supplied instructions. I am now back to enjoying high quality music! Thank you again.

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Reviewed by: Christopher Perry from Tasmania on 8/2/2016

Re-surrounding AR-18

It wasn't a prefect fit for the AR-18, but close enough, because it does work. Just one millimeter off perfection, but still, close enough. The resurrounding job was easy, just a couple of hours of work, bit of tinkering and that's it. The video and instructions included were very clear. The speakers now work great again, the new surrounds are excellent and the glue included was very good. I can easily recommend this and will order from Simply Speakers again, if I need.

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Reviewed by: G. Ingvarsson from Iceland on 8/14/2016

Excellent product!

Although not mentioned, this kit fits the AR18s as well. Excellent fit and quality, very impressed with the ease of installation as well. Simply Speakers is now my go to for foam surrounds!

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Reviewed by: Bryan from Ontario, Canada on 3/15/2016

Broadcast Engineer

The fit was perfect. Speakers work like new. The installation video was very helpful. I have done a total of 6 speakers, all with excellent results!

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Reviewed by: Jerry Scott from Pekin, IL on 3/31/2018

Great product. My speakers sounds awesome now. Thanks also for your great how to videos on youtube. That's how I found you guys.

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Reviewed by: Michael Hobson from PA on 4/15/2018

Employed

Simply Speakers, Thanks for the repair kit. The repair was a success. I’ve been using the speakers since the glue dried. I’m happy. These speakers are used with the Onkyo receiver I purchased at the same time. All is well.Good luck. And I may try your repair kit again with another speaker pair that I find for sale in the future.

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Reviewed by: Michael from Havre de Grace MD on 5/27/2018

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Reviewed by: Gerald from Canada on 2/21/2019

Owner

Foam surrounds were a perfect fit and the quality is just as expected. Such a great way to salvage the old speakers and make the AR's come back to life again. Shipping is quick so down time waiting for parts is always minimal. The biggest part of replacing the foam surrounds for the DIY people is patience and removing the old foam. Its messy and time consuming but well worth the effort. If you are wondering if you can do this - you can. Take the time to keep your work area clean and you will be fine.

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Reviewed by: Chad from Binghamton on 7/22/2019

End user

Worked exactly as described. I suggest using a bit more glue than a thin line to guarantee a solid bond.

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Reviewed by: BILL Holloway from Alameda on 11/3/2019

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Q: Hi, Does this repair kit work with the AR18s ? Thanks Matt

Asked by: matt - 5/29/2017

A: Yes! This kit fits the Acoustic Research 18s.

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Q: Will these work with my AR6 speakers or would you recommend a different kit?

Asked by: Kevin - 11/5/2015

A: Yes, this kit fits the AR6. thanks!

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Answer provided by: Simply Speakers (11/5/2015)

Q: Please confirm that the 8" Acoustic Research Speaker Foam Repair New-Edge-It ® Kit, Part # FSK-8 is suitable for Acoustic Research model 18BXi. The foam appears to be attached to the underside of the cone; do you have a video that show this process? (The Cerwin Vega video shows a topside foam attachment.) Thanks.

Asked by: Colin - 6/15/2016

A: Yes, this is the correct kit for the AR 18Bxi. We have a foam kit installation rear mount video listed under the JBL title 128H on our video page. Thanks!

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Answer provided by: Simply Speakers (6/15/2016)

Q: will this kit work for TSW 210?

Asked by: Jeff - 10/13/2016

A: Yes, this is the correct foam repair kit for the AR TSW-210.

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Answer provided by: Simply Speakers (10/17/2016)

Q: I have a pair of AR-28 speakers I purchased over 20 years ago, that I have just loved. Is this the appropriate repair kit for these speakers?

Asked by: Mark - 9/27/2016

A: Thanks. Yes. This kit fits all AR 28 models with a 6" cone and 8.25" frame. Some really rare versions (28b) use our AR-FSK-10A kit. These units have a 10" woofer frame.