Carl's Place
C-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8)
EMT pipe sourced separately at any hardware store; kit ships with screen, fittings, and side baffle fabric. Standard 8'×8' C-Series with screen-tier choices: Standard / Preferred / Premium / High-Contrast Gray.
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Price history
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Lowest we’ve tracked: $750. Highest: $1,000. Best price now: $1,000, from a daily probe of every retailer we cover since June 7, 2026. See the full market price index for how the whole category is moving, or set a price-watch above to hear about the next drop on the C-Series DIY Enclosure (8x8).
Who this is for
Honest match per persona.
Good for
- Recreational Player
Screen, fittings, and side baffles at $749.95 for an 8×8. Pro-grade screen options. Most casual builders' day-one fit if they're willing to source EMT pipe at a hardware store.
- Cost-Effective Buyer
The cheapest credible 'real' enclosure with a workable screen tier. EMT sourced locally further reduces cost. Standard screen handles iron-heavy practice fine; upgrade to Preferred for driver-heavy use.
Not for
- Space-Constrained
Permanent free-standing footprint of 100" × 100" × 60". Not viable for shared rooms or renters wanting daily teardown.
- Showroom
Functional, not visually anchoring. Showroom buyers should look at Carl's Pro Series or SIGPRO Commercial.
Specifications
The numbers, plainly stated.
Hardware
| Frame Material | 1" EMT conduit (sourced separately) |
| Screen Tiers | Standard / Preferred / Premium / High-Contrast Gray |
| Side Baffles | Included |
Practical
| Includes EMT Pipe | No — buyer sources locally |
| Setup Time | 3–5 hours, two people |
Performance
| Ball Speed Rating | Up to 250 mph (Premium screen) |
Builds that include this product
Where this fits in a full simulator.
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