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Industry Circles => GR Research => Topic started by: PDR on 2 Nov 2012, 10:54 pm
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I had a V-1, traded it for a Super V kit a friend had ordered but wanted finished speakers
pronto....so lucky me.
It will take a while for the kit to arrive up here in Canada, and because I mostly work
out of town, it will take a while to build. I want a bit of a different look and this is what I
finally came up with, some may like it and some may not, thats ok, my V-1s were a bit different
and was happy with the way they turned out.
I'll document my build in this thread, they will be a bit more difficult than my previous builds,
but I think if I take my time I can turn out a nice, but bit different Super V.
Basically I've stuck to the plans for the top baffle, Danny explained that I needed sides for
the baffle to work properly, so they are to spec. The bottom is the same inside demensions,
just a thicker (2") wall size and a rounded top.
I just learned Sketch-up so still a little crude, but you'll get the drift.
Any suggestions or criticism is appreciated right now is just lines on paper.
Thanks
Perry
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=70188)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=70189)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=70190)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=70191)
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You've got to name it Tombstone Super V :) Looking forward to seeing progress, curves are always challenging.
It looks like you're doing screenshots of your Sketchup model...correct? If you want to get rid of your constuction and guide lines for graphics you post, try this File>Export>2D graphic and stick that in some folder you can easily find...like this:
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=70194)
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Cool design Perry, can't wait to see the build!
Best,
Ed
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I love the look Perry :thumb:
I love how you have changed the aesthetics and made it original, but have not compromised the functionality at all so they should still sound as good as possible :)
Will you put the filter network in that angled compartment on top?
What do you have in mind for the base? Will you put a bigger base on it or just leave it as is?
How will you build the curve? Thin sheets glued, stacked and then curved to dry?
What will you use, Ply or MDF?
I've used MDF a lot in the past for car audio sub boxes, furniture etc. but much preferred working with ply for my Super V build even though it's more work to finish the end grain. It smells nicer too :)
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Been out of town for 2 weeks.....back today and whats at the post office??
6 big boxes...... :D
I forgot how much stuff Danny packs into these!
The Jupiter caps are cool looking.....the Bigger PAudio co-ax are just that...BIGGER
I've unpacked everything to check for damage....looks good....its amazing how
much floor space all the parts cover when laid out on the carpet.
Its been quite a while since my V-1 build...they were the last project, so I'm really looking forward to making dust...
I neglected to answer the questions asked on this thread.....sorry, working out of town
makes me spend just a little time on the interweb....but I've taken almost a month off
to look after the farm....(thats what I told my wife anyway, its really to build Super Vs)...
while my wife and daughter travel to France.
So yes, I want to put the x-over in the angled compartment, but I want a bronze plexi glass to cover it so you can see it....I did this on my V-1 Servo amp cabinets but it was too dark, you could barely see inside, this time will be much lighter.
Speaking of the amps, I've yet to design an enclosure for them. Spending tme with my V-1s I found that I played with the controls a lot, prob more than I should...but measuring with REW and placing two additional subs in the room I found myself tweaking a lot, so I want something that gives me better access to the rear...I'll have to figure something out.
I'm going to build the whole thing out of MDF, the sub compartments will be 1/2" Kerf cut to form the round, both inside and out side bends, this will leave a 1" gap between....the lower box is 2" wide...the void will be filled with a polymer type of thin set, these will be very heavy and inert.....I hope. Kinda like sand filled only concrete base instead. The inside void will be sealed first (probably Weldbond or diluted white glue)so the "wet" dosent ruin the MDF.
Thanks for the tip on Sketchup....I'm old and computers are still a mystery to me for the most part.
I'll take pics of all the parts Danny sent and post them later.....tomorrow its buying the
sheet goods day...I can hardly wait. I'm like a 52 yr old kid waiting for Santa..... 8)
Perry
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I'm going to build the whole thing out of MDF, the sub compartments will be 1/2" Kerf cut to form the round, both inside and out side bends, this will leave a 1" gap between....the lower box is 2" wide...the void will be filled with a polymer type of thin set, these will be very heavy and inert.....I hope. Kinda like sand filled only concrete base instead. The inside void will be sealed first (probably Weldbond or diluted white glue)so the "wet" dosent ruin the MDF.
Thanks for the tip on Sketchup....I'm old and computers are still a mystery to me for the most part.
I'll take pics of all the parts Danny sent and post them later.....tomorrow its buying the
sheet goods day...I can hardly wait. I'm like a 52 yr old kid waiting for Santa..... 8)
Perry
Perry, I'm no spring chicken, and I barely scratch the surface of what Sketchup is capable of, but it's a cool tool.
FWIW, my understanding is that what makes sand effective at dissipating vibration is the very nature of it, (individual particles). It's more "fluid" than a monolithic mass and thus diffuses vibration better. Intuitively this makes sense to me, but I can't explain the science behind it.
Years ago I made some plinths for speakers out of concrete. Someone on a forum suggested that they would "ring" and actually make a poor coupling between speaker and floor. Tapping on them with a screwdriver did indeed produce a tink, tink sound so there may be validity to the assertion.
It sounds like you're thinking of using polymer modified thinset mortar. It has some limitations and may not produce the desired result. Might be worth it to mock up something. Manufacturers generally reccommend that its maximum thickness not exceed 1/4" because of shrinkage. In this case, you'd probably be better off with something like this;
http://www.laticrete.com/architects/products/thin_set_mortars_adhesives/medium_bed_mortar.aspx
Again, I can't back this up with anything but my seat-of-pants knowledge and observations, but it occurs to me that while mortar would certainly add mass to the stucture, sand would be more effective at diffusing vibrational energy.
Edited to add: Moisture in mortar will re-emulsify white glue or anything water based and absorb into the MDF. If you go that route, I suggest something more impervious like epoxy.
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Peter, thanks thats just the kind of input I need.
Its not a actual thinset its another product that doesnt shrink at all....BUT...
You make a great point, I should of thought about it my self.....I'll use sand.
Sometimes you get a idea and you just miss the obvious....sand would be less
work and less hassel....maybe its dementia....
Any other suggestions from anyone would be more than appreciated.
My ego takes a big back seat here....
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Pics of the goods.....
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/SuperV6.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/SuperV10.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/SuperV5.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/SuperV11.jpg)
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Go Perry Go!
you know I want to hear this pair when you're done....
Fernando
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Looks like candy :thumb:
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Perry,
I envy the talent you guys have on this board. :thumb:
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As of today I have one of the bottoms almost ready.
There is still a lot of work to be done....filling and sanding....
before painting, but you get the drift.
The second one is just drying from glueing up, so
I'll router that one tomorrow.
The sand has made them heavy already....55lbs went into
the 2 cabinets combined.
These were fun but a lot of work, looking forward to the top baffles,
they will be much easier.
Heres a few pics of how I built them...... :D
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/a5.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/a1.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/a8.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/a6.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/a112.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/a122.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/b1.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/b2.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/b4.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/D18.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/D8.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/D14.jpg)
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Wow, that is just too cool 8)
You have some serious creative juice.
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Very nice and unique.
Must be that Alberta sunshine that inspired you.
Rocket_Ronny
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Perry this is going to be one of the best builds ever!
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Perry this is going to be one of the best builds ever!
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Very cool Perry, I love the Wurlitzer vibe I am picking up.
Best,
Ed
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Cool! A baby Wurlitzer bubbler! :D
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Very impressive, well done Perry, going to be amazing!
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Hi PDR and all Audio Circle members.
A rock solid beauty.
Guy 13
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Wow, that is just too cool 8)
You have some serious creative juice.
+1!!!
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:thumb: :thumb:
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good work! I like the Wurlitzer vibes. Juke Box Speakers. :thumb:
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Thanks for the encouragement
Theyre gonna be different looking..... :o
Did some work on the baffles today....
Will start on the sides tomorrow,
hope I dont screw up the shape of the wings,
think I have it figured now.....but well see.
2 sisters mocked up with the baffles:
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/topon1.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/topon4.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/topon5.jpg)
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Wow those are beautiful.
Do you have baffle/brace between the two servo subs?
I think I see it in the last picture.
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please reserve :thumb: :thumb:
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Do you have baffle/brace between the two servo subs?
There will be...just thought I'd leave it out till I was done sanding....eliminates
nasty corners to sand and fill to.
Thanks
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please reserve :thumb: :thumb:
Fernando, I promise youll be one of the first to come over and listen..... :D
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If you are not careful you'll have to make some more of those. Everyone else is going to want them.
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Wow! :o
At first I was thinking "what is he doing?" Then it clicked in my mind. You Sir are insane! Insanely dedicated to an awesome idea! :thumb:
I've often though the bottom section needs to be "more" than what's in the design. Like a great musician you make cabinet work look easy. Brilliantly done!
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Thanks for sharing your inspiration...Very nice!
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Perry, are you putting a bigger base on them, or just feet on the current base? Looking awesome!
Steve.
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Perry
Those look great!
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If you are not careful you'll have to make some more of those. Everyone else is going to want them.
Nope!.....this is a lot of work!.... :o
One and only pair I'm ever going to build.....but others can use the idea.....heck,
thats what the web is all about.
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Perry, are you putting a bigger base on them, or just feet on the current base? Looking awesome!
Steve.
Just feet.....I have an idea for those as well...but theyll be underneath.
The base is wide...17 1/2" and with the sand they seem pretty stable.
Thanks
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Managed to cut all the pieces for the top baffle today and dryfit.
They look almost identical to the sketch I made at the beginning
of this thread.....but much nicer in person.... :wink:
I'm really happy with the way they are turning out.
My wife had the same "insane" comment as Corndog when
I told her, but not in as nice a way as his..... :nono:
The gussets sit on top of the round and support the plate for the x-over and the side wings.
So far so good...be a while before I fasten the top baffle down,
I want to do some finishing on the sub cabinet first.
Thanks for looking.
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/dryfit10.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/dryfit2.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/dryfit16.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/dryfit4.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/dryfit13.jpg)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/dryfit12.jpg)
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WOW
Look AWESOME
:bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown:
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Incredible! Have you picked out the colors/veneer yet?
Is your wife gonna kill you for scratching up her table? :o
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Something tells me he's capable of building another table!
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You got an excute to build your own a super V table, now. :thumb:
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That is a very pretty speaker. You have artistic vision... and great craftsman skills. :thumb:
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WOW
Look AWESOME
:bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown:
+1
Those are going to be incredible!
(wish I had those woodworking skills :oops:)
Beautiful! :beer: :wine:
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Very nice build and excellent design.
I love the living room themed shop.
Question, what kind of material did you use for the curved part.
Thanks for posting the pics.
Neil
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PDR,
Love the design build symmetry. 8)
Ingenious idea to sand fill around the perimeter of the bottom section. I saw where you used 55# of sand, speaking of which ...
What are these puppies going to weigh after all is said & done ?
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I too love the design.... :thumb: :D
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Thanks for the compliments everyone!
The table is an old gear stand....so wife should be fine.
The curved top and bottom is made from bendable plywood.
The top is 1/8" thick and the inside curve is 1/4" thick.
The 1/4" has a layer of rubber sandwiched between the plys.
Its incredible stuff, will bend almost anyway you want.
I bought it from Windsor Plywood here in Sherwood Park Alberta.
It was about $50 a 4x8 sheet.
As far as finishing....no veneer. Veneer and I are not compatible...... :oops:
I have never had luck applying it and it would be beyond me to even think about
doing 1/2" curves.
I really like the looks that some of the Super V owners are getting from
automotive paint. I'll have to check out how to prep it for this...anyone thats
done this have any tips?
My room theme..... my Avatar....is black and red, so I'm thinking black, or
a deep burgandy like my gear table......I'll take suggestions though.
As far as the weight....I'll guess somewhere around 150lbs...I'll weigh them
when theyre done......I'll need a dolly to move them.
I'm gluing up the 2 top baffles today, I'll take a pic of them together.
The next couple of days will be building the amp enclosures and figuring
out the x-over.
Thanks for looking......................Perry
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Perry, those are going to look fantastic painted whatever color you choose. I admire your ingenuity on thinking outside of the standard design and making it all come together. I have been thinking a bit about what could be done visually to the Super V for some time now myself. it's fun to make something that is your own design.
If you are going to spray paint these with a gun there is an automotive spray on primer that is really thick and fills in well. Then you just sand it and your ready for paint. You may want to use some bondo first for the worst areas and you should be good to go.
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Amazing build!
Are you only gluing the top portion to the 1/8" ply or are you also nailing/screwing?
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Those are hands down the best looking. In fact, that's how they should be built, imo.
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The design also compliments the architectural curves in in you home.
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Amazing build!
Are you only gluing the top portion to the 1/8" ply or are you also nailing/screwing?
I'll be screwing thru the gussets that sit on top of the round to the gussets inside the
sub box.....and using a lot of white glue for the flats and PL Premium as a caulking
glue on the sides. I work with PL Premium all the time.....its tremendous adhesive.
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The design also compliments the architectural curves in in you home.
I like curves....the ones in the pictures of the fireplace I did as well....Its kind of what I do.
I'm a Supervisor for a wall and ceiling company.....fancy for framing/drywall....I build big buildings all over.....some are very fancy. My trade ticket says Lather, I have built everything from huge domes to groin ceilings out of lath and plaster, been doing this for 32 yrs.
Thats why its a real treat for me to do something like this out of wood....out of my element
but I can apply building techniques that I'm familiar with.
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You are not out of your element! You are in, but just do not know it yet :wink:
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Sanding, filling....more sanding....more sanding......more sanding.....
Soon I can start finish sanding and primer.
Atatched the top baffles today....
Finished the bottom of the fronts and backs...
You can see the rise I built in the back for
the sub amp and speaker connections.
Its loose right now but there is a channel that will let the
wires run from one end to another.
Once theyre in I'll fasten it down.
Thanks for looking!
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/E9.jpg)
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They look great Perry, what process will you use to paint them?
Greg
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Fantastic build Perry, those are going to look incredible. Can't wait to see them finished.
Best,
Ed
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Sanding done.....whew.
Trying to get a painter right now.....waiting for a call.
Hope I dont have to wait till spring... :duh:
Tomorrow is the dividers for the subs, and
start the amp enclosures.
Grills after that.
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=71927)
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PDR, how are you dealing with the seams to keep them from becoming visible again after the cabinets are painted?
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Sanding done.....whew.
Trying to get a painter right now.....waiting for a call.
Hope I dont have to wait till spring... :duh:
Tomorrow is the dividers for the subs, and
start the amp enclosures.
Grills after that.
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=71927)
Awesome!!!
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PDR, how are you dealing with the seams to keep them from becoming visible again after the cabinets are painted?
I use glazing putty.....not bondo...over the seems, it sands easy and works great for
hiding seems and sealing cut ends.
Heres a picture of it on the divider panel that goes between the 2 subs, before sanding.
Thats 2pcs of 1/2" MDF sandwiched together.
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=71960)
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Built cross overs today.....tight fit but they make it.
Put castors on so I can move them around easier and
for painting....gets them off the floor, no theyre not staying... :wink:
Installed the divider panels between the subs.
Built grill backers and mocked one up with material I
had left over from my room treatment build. It looks good
so I'll use it since its on hand. I used 1/4" board and the
grills will be standoff about 1/2" away from the baffle.
The amp boxes will be temp mdf for now, I'm running
out of time.....my wife and daughter get back on Monday..
I'll build decent ones this spring.
Started these on Nov25, had to work 3 of those days so...
10 days in a temp 10'x10' shop set up in my office in
the basement......not bad, wish I had a shop!
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=71961)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=71962)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=71963)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=71964)
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Drivers in for holes before paint, Grills completed.... :D
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72037)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72038)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72039)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72040)
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Looking great. :thumb:
Bet you're getting anxious !
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Decided to do my own finish.....glad I did, they turned
out very nice.....just debating on putting a shine on
them with some wipe on poly.
Wife is home now, she wants her room back... :nono:
So I put them into mine..... :D
Still have to wire them up and put the spikes on
but going out of town for a few days so that
will have to wait...yes I'm getting anxious....
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72236)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72237)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72238)
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Those look great. Please elaborate on how you did the finish.
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Awesome!!!!
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They look phenomenal. Thanks for the posts, pix and updates of the process.
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Very cool looking :thumb:
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Are you going to install the NoRez?
Are you going to have a grill for the woofers?
Otherwise it looks fantastic.
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Those look great. Please elaborate on how you did the finish.
Thanks!
Its a faux paint....really quite easy.
Base colour Burgundy, top colour is a vary dark brown.
Just topped them with wipe on poly and they popped....very cool.
They have the appearance of a dark stain on cherry wood.
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Are you going to install the NoRez?
Are you going to have a grill for the woofers?
Otherwise it looks fantastic.
Thanks
No bottom grills.....my V-1s were grill less for the last few yrs......I like the look,
and since I dont have WAF problems....at least in that room...I'm gonna keep them
like they are. I will paint the magnets black though. The P-Audio needed a covering... :wink:
Since no bottom grills, (and the 2" "Sand" sandwich construction on the sub enclosures) I think no-rez wouldnt look appropriate.
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Yes, that makes sense
They look really nice and so does all the other custom mods you did.
Detail! Its all in the Detail!!!
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Your speakers look absolutely incredible! If you don't mind, A couple of quick questions on the finishing of your cabinets.... I'm an endless beginner trying to gather info for my own build, if I ever make time for it. What type of glue did you use? You mentioned PL Premium. Did you actually use that as glue? Will that type of product paint or stain well? What type of primer did you use on mdf? I have looked at the primer selection at home depot and there are many to chose from. I just don't know what would work best. My last questions would be about the paint. Do you mind sharing what brand of paint you used and how it was applied? The color that you chose is perfect. I appreciate any guidance. Thanks,
Tom
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Outstanding build in every way!!! I love 'em. Thanks for sharing!
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Custom builds are always great. Especially fast builds like this. You have to keep your fans happy.
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Great design. Great execution. :rock:
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Hi all Audio Circle members.
Unique and well done.
Congratulation.
Guy 13
(I wish I could do the same...)
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Your speakers look absolutely incredible! If you don't mind, A couple of quick questions on the finishing of your cabinets.... I'm an endless beginner trying to gather info for my own build, if I ever make time for it. What type of glue did you use? You mentioned PL Premium. Did you actually use that as glue? Will that type of product paint or stain well? What type of primer did you use on mdf? I have looked at the primer selection at home depot and there are many to chose from. I just don't know what would work best. My last questions would be about the paint. Do you mind sharing what brand of paint you used and how it was applied? The color that you chose is perfect. I appreciate any guidance. Thanks,
Tom
Thanks
I used carpenters white glue for the construction of the cabinets.
I used PL Premium to glue the top baffle on, but used long screws as well.
No, neither will stain well.
I used a skim coat of wood filler to fill the grain of the wood, then sanded smooth.
Since I was thinking of Auto paint, the gray primer is an auto primer to fill scratches.
But most was sanded off...the thinking was the Autobody place would prime before paint.
The paint I used was self priming, Behr premium....yep from home depot.
First a coat of deep burgundy, then a deep brown mixed 4-1 wit faux glaze....4 parts glaze.
it was applied with a sea sponge...small pieces about 2" square.
The first was a rough sporadic application, the second was a light coat that covered everything......easy to do, just practice first on scrap pieces.
The pictures above were before the min-wax wipe on poly was applied.....
they really popped with the wipe on, I'll post pics of them when complete.
I'll try to take better pics then as well, these pics really dont show them properly.
Perry
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Sounds great. How many coats of wipe on will you do? Satin or gloss? And do you sand between coats?
Steve.
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Thank you for the finishing info!
Tom
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So......these are really nice!
I am enjoying them, they sound better everyday.....nice!
I'll end this build thread with a few finished pics.
Everything is done but the floor spikes, and I want to
be able to move them around till I find the perfect spot,
so no spikes till then.
There is a extra set of binding posts, these are for the amps, as
I use high level connection....at least for now. I thought it would
be a nice option to have, I had to spade my connections for them
on my V-1s.
I've covered the x-over lid with vinyl and screwed it down.
The wires to the drivers are covered with tech-flex and
are not as messy as the pic makes them out to be...
Applied another coat of wipe on poly...it will be the last...
its still wet in places, why there is a glare on some of the
pics.
Pulled the stickers off the front subs and painted the
silver parts black.....this needs one more coat, I'll get
to it over the holidays. You see no wires from the front,
there are holes drilled beside the the clips, so only a
coupe of inches. It looks very clean from the front.
Thanks for all the great compliments and encouragement
from you guys, means a lot. These were really fun to
build and sound incredible!
Perry
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72586)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72587)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72588)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72589)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=72590)
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:thumb: Super Nice Build!
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Congratulations Perry, they look amazing! You've achieved a lot in a very short time.
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Hi PDR and all Audio Circle members.
What can I say about your super - extraordinary - exclusive - beautiful speakers.
Some people can do amazing things (That's you) and some others cannot do much. (That's me.)
Bravo.
Guy 13
What will be your next built and please,
don't tell us this is your last built.
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A great looking build Perry! :thumb: :thumb: I really like the way you set up the connections in the bottom rear. I look forward to reading your comments regarding the sound vs the V1s. Have a great holiday!!
Best,
Ed
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You, good sir, are an artisan extrodinaire. Fabulous work. I'd love to hear your speakers in action, too.
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nicely done Perry. Congrats!
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A great looking build Perry! :thumb: :thumb: I really like the way you set up the connections in the bottom rear. I look forward to reading your comments regarding the sound vs the V1s. Have a great holiday!!
Best,
Ed
Thanks Ed........these are taking forever to break in......or maybe its the holidays and I cant get much time on them...lol
There are some differences right off the bat, but I've only had about 20hrs on these, once i get 100 or so I'll post my impressions.
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What will be your next built and please,
don't tell us this is your last built.
There will be others, just not sure whats next....maybe a pair of X-statik for the living room.
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nicely done Perry. Congrats!
Thanks Fernando, as soon as they are settled I'd like you to come over for a listen
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Couple of pics by a friend of mine. These show the true colors much better.
Badges on and wipe on poly complete.
Magnets painted black......no spikes yet still experimenting.
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=73487)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=73490)
(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=73488)
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I know I can loose myself in that listening room. Like a bottle of fine wine, this room keeps getting better.
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There will be others, just not sure whats next....maybe a pair of X-statik for the living room.
Great idea! You will not be disappointed. :thumb:
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Hi PDR and all Audio Circle members.
Where are all the wires ? ? ?
(Speakers cables and interconnects.)
The ambiance of the room look relaxing.
What kind of music do you listen to with those super speakers?
Guy 13
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Hi PDR and all Audio Circle members.
Did you build yourself the diffuser on the wall?
What are the make, models of the absorber panels
and yes, more questions,
what is the make - model of the amplifier that drives those
magnificient speakers?
Guy 13
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Hi PDR and all Audio Circle members.
Where are all the wires ? ? ?
(Speakers cables and interconnects.)
The ambiance of the room look relaxing.
What kind of music do you listen to with those super speakers?
Guy 13
Remember that friend that took the pic.....well, she rubbed them out.
She thought the pic looked better that way.... :roll:
I thanked her, she spent time and effort on them for me.
Wife gave a big smile when she saw them gone.....she knew.
Its nice to have friends like that, she`s a real sweetheart.
All kinds of music Guy......cept rap, that techno dance haze stuff, not much classical either, but a little.
I find myself listening to more relaxing tunes the older I get.
Katie Melua is one of my favorites.
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Hi PDR and all Audio Circle members.
Did you build yourself the diffuser on the wall?
What are the make, models of the absorber panels
and yes, more questions,
what is the make - model of the amplifier that drives those
magnificient speakers?
Guy 13
I built everything in the room Guy.....QRD, panels, gear stand, bass traps.....I even built the room itself.... :lol:
It use to be my single attached garage.
The amp is a Musical Paradise MP-401.
Designed and sold by Gary Huang here in Edmonton.
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Katie Melua is one of my favorites.
Oh yeah! :thumb:
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Oh yeah! :thumb:
Any particular album a good starter ?
-jay7
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Any particular album a good starter ?
-jay7
Youtube her. :)
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Youtube her. :)
Yeah, was just curious if there was a particular album that stands out.
There is 7 of them on Fdio, just started listening to "Piece by Piece"
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"just Like Heaven" :thumb:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Zg3RM7C6x8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Zg3RM7C6x8)
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Yeah, was just curious if there was a particular album that stands out.
There is 7 of them on Fdio, just started listening to "Piece by Piece"
What? I didn't know she had that many albums. I have Piece by Piece. It's good. :thumb:
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What? I didn't know she had that many albums. I have Piece by Piece. It's good. :thumb:
Well, after lloing a bit closer, 2 of those allbums are singles, and one has 4 sons. So I guess you'd call it 4 albums although they are all shown as albums.
In any event, she is good
Sorry for "hijacking" your thread Perry
-jay
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No probem.......I have 6 of her CDs......she just came out with a new one....dont have it yet
I would buy the Katie Melua Collection.....very nice.
These are very well recorded albums.....on the Dramatico label
check this out http://dramatico.com/artists_katiemelua.html
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That's a good article about her. She has sure accomplished a lot. I hadn't even heard of her before, mind you , this area of music is pretty new to me. It's funny you mention how you are listening to mellower tunes as you get older, man 5 years ago I would have never listened to anything like this.
I have actually noticed that since I built my N3's, I have really started listening to a much wider variety of music I'm not saying I never crank up the Metallica or Priest anymore, but definitely a lot less often . haha, last night I listened to "the Micheal Buble Collection", not long ago, that would have never made it inside my home ! How things change
-jay
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Remember that friend that took the pic.....well, she rubbed them out.
She thought the pic looked better that way.... :roll:
I thanked her, she spent time and effort on them for me.
Wife gave a big smile when she saw them gone.....she knew.
Its nice to have friends like that, she`s a real sweetheart.
All kinds of music Guy......cept rap, that techno dance haze stuff, not much classical either, but a little.
I find myself listening to more relaxing tunes the older I get.
Katie Melua is one of my favorites.
Hi PDR and all Audio Circle members.
My listening room is crawling with wires everywhere,
it's a real spaghetti junction.
That's why my listening room is in my penthouse
where my wife as limited access. (LOL)
I have noticed that I also listen more often to relaxing music,
normal, I'm soon to be 65 years old.
Guy 13
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I built everything in the room Guy.....QRD, panels, gear stand, bass traps.....I even built the room itself.... :lol:
It use to be my single attached garage.
The amp is a Musical Paradise MP-401.
Designed and sold by Gary Huang here in Edmonton.
Hi (Again) PDR and all Audio Circle members.
You live in Edmonton, no wonder you use a tube amplifier for heating
your ex-garage in January. (LOL)
Guy 13
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Gy13 - you are so funny with your house and wife remarks: "limited access" :lol:
I'm soon to be 66. :o
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Perry, what kind of paint did you use and how did you apply it to the magnet on the lower woofer? I've seen some folks paint their drivers (including the coax), and am curious how people have done this without getting paint all over everywhere? Is it a whole lot of masking tape and sprays or a careful hand with a roller/brush?
Thanks!
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Perry, what kind of paint did you use and how did you apply it to the magnet on the lower woofer? I've seen some folks paint their drivers (including the coax), and am curious how people have done this without getting paint all over everywhere? Is it a whole lot of masking tape and sprays or a careful hand with a roller/brush?
Thanks!
It was the masking tape, newspaper and semi-gloss in a can method... :D
Wasnt as difficult as I thought once I started.......maybe 10mins a side.
I thought about painting the PAudio driver before install, but the tweeter mag is already black
and it looks good as it is.
I made sure to stuff the vent hole before painting, then pulled the stuffing out with tweezers.
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm170/PDRCanada/Perry-Jan12013sm-0661_zps9e29896b.jpg)
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Thanks for that close up pic Perry, looks even better close up!
What feet did you use?
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Hope you don't mind me asking questions even if the thread is old.
What's the trick to bend the plywood? Do you use any specific method to make it bend and stick easier?
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The curved top and bottom is made from bendable plywood.
The top is 1/8" thick and the inside curve is 1/4" thick.
The 1/4" has a layer of rubber sandwiched between the plys.
Its incredible stuff, will bend almost anyway you want.
I bought it from Windsor Plywood here in Sherwood Park Alberta.
It was about $50 a 4x8 sheet.
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Thanks Marvin - completely missed that. Thought you had to apply steam or something.