Acoustic Research 8" Foam Repair Kit PRO – Tools, Glue & Wipes Included
Acoustic Research 8" Foam Repair Kit PRO – Tools, Glue & Wipes Included
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Everything you need to refoam both speakers, in one box. The PRO Kit is our standard 8" repair kit plus the prep tools and spare glue our customers add most, for £1.85 less than buying them separately.
- ✓ 2x premium foam surrounds (a pair)
- ✓ 2x T7000 glue (one for the job, plus a spare 15ml tube)
- ✓ Precision applicator brush
- ✓ Safe-Scrape non-scratch frame scraper tool kit (scraper, 10 blades & 3 detail tools)
- ✓ 2x 70% IPA chassis prep wipes
- ✓ Step-by-step paper instructions
Watch the full step-by-step repair guide above, then order your kit below. Full written instructions also available on our AR Speaker Repair Guide.
8-Inch Foam Speaker Surround PRO Repair Kit for Acoustic Research (AR)
Technical Specifications & Sizing
| Measurement Type | Dimension |
|---|---|
| Model | 8F#1 |
| Outer Diameter (A) | 195mm |
| Roll Outer Diameter (B) | 180mm |
| Cone Diameter (C) | 150mm |
| Inner Diameter (D) | 135mm |
| Gauge | 0.4mm |
| Edge Type | Flat Edge |
PRO Kit Contents
| Included Item | Quantity |
| Premium Foam Surrounds | 2x |
| T7000 High-Grade Glue | 1x |
| Spare T7000 Glue (15ml) | 1x |
| Precision Applicator Brush | 1x |
| Safe-Scrape Frame Scraper Tool Kit | 1x |
| 70% IPA Chassis Prep Wipes | 2x |
| Detailed Paper Instructions | 1x |
Only need the surrounds, glue and brush? The standard Acoustic Research 8" Foam Repair Kit (AR20B, AR28LS, AR18 & More) is £8.95.
This 8-inch foam surround repair kit (Model 8F#1) is engineered to fit a wide range of vintage Acoustic Research (AR) loudspeakers, classic audiophile bookshelf monitors, and floorstanding cabinets. Check the categorised lists below to verify if your exact Acoustic Research model is supported.
AR 18, 20 & 28 Series Bookshelf Speakers
- AR 18 Series: AR 18s, AR18s, AR 18Bxi, AR18Bxi, AR 18d, AR18d
- AR 28 Series: AR 28, AR28, AR 28BX, AR28BX, AR28Ls, AR 28 Ls
- AR 20 Series: AR 20B, AR20B, AR-20B
Classic Vintage AR Loudspeakers
- Classic Series: AR 6, AR6, AR 16, AR16, AR 25, AR25
AR Tower & TSW Series
- TSW Series: AR TSW-210, AR TSW 210, AR TSW210
- 90 Series Towers: AR 93Q, AR93Q, AR 94Si, AR94Si
💬 If your model is not listed above, it doesn't mean it won't fit — drop us a message and we'll gladly check it for you!
Guides
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How to Repair Speaker Surrounds: Step-by-Step V...
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Speaker Repair FAQ, Tips & Sizing Guide
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