First I'll start off by saying this subject matter is way over my head so I need anyone that responds to keep things layman simple (in other words. . .talk stupid).

I'm looking to build a 5-10W (or whatever else would be more appropriate for the speakers) amplifier with a 5 or 7 band graphic equalizer that works on 12VDC.

There are a number of constraints though and they are:
  • If at all possible, I'd prefer it fit into a FDD bay (height and width wise), if not, I do have 1 full Optical bay at my disposal.
  • Depth must be kept to 2.25" (57mm) or less.
  • Must have an on off switch and volume control.
  • Would really prefer to do this with a pre-made breadboard (or several) if at all possible but I can go custom if absolutely necessary.
  • All parts must be able to be procured locally (Radio Shack and a local electronics store that's poorly organized/labeled). I may also have other electronics retailers locally that I'm not aware of yet.


What I need is A) someone to tell me if this is possible in the first place and B) someone to work up the schematics and parts list for me, if it is.

The speakers I'm using for this project are Infinity 3032cf Reference series and the bands I'm looking for in the EQ are 50Hz, 200Hz, 800Hz, 3KHz, 12KHz (5 band) + 120Hz and 8KHz (7 band).

Any help will be greatly appreciated and props will be given when the project this is going into is completed/unveiled.