Q. My son pushed in the metal dome of my tweeter speaker. Does this have an affect on the sound? Can it be pulled out? -Bill

A. Yes, it will most certainly have an affect on the sound – a negative one. The best thing to do is replace the tweeter with a new one. If the damaged tweeter doesn’t work at all, replace it with the same type of tweeter. Chances are you can order a replacement directly from the speaker manufacturer. If the tweeter was a soft type (silk) you could try pulling out the crushed area with some tape but metal tweeters don’t usually respond well to this repair method. The tweeter will usually separate from the rest of the speaker before the dent pops out, so replacement is probably your best bet. And, because budget is never an issue (insert snicker here), I’d replace both of them at the same time to make certain that they are somewhat well matched from a materials and efficiency standpoint.

About the Author:
Bryant Moore - President, Moore Audio Design

A classically-trained musician and former network administrator, Bryant Moore has turned a lifelong passion for music and A/V equipment into a thriving business with Charlotte, NC based Moore Audio Design. He has over a decade of experience in designing and implementing home electronics systems.