I say, start on some woodwork and have a few cups available for the full re-wire and woody experience.
Nate, make sure you have enough wire.
See, that is your mistake. When your future wife says, "honey, I want that $200 (by the way, that's reasonable by todays standards) purse, you say, of course honey, it looks great on you. Are you sure you only want one." Then you are ready for your $400+ audio purchase.