I provided this information a while back on how to obtain neo panels. It shows you what to purchase, how to identify the proper type that match yours (looks and electrically), and how Brian modified the panels for our use in VMPS speakers.
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=170897.msg1813464#msg1813464 I have done this a few times as I built a set of RM-V60's so I needed 12 panels. I sold a couple spares I had a while back. You may want to find out if you have 3 or 5 ohm neos. Since the neos are in circuit you may have to disconnect wires to measure. Not sure why the pictures I provided are missing, will try to upload again.
Unfortunately pictures seem to be missing from VMPS AC forum. So on thread with post #62 which showed difference is no longer there. The one you are looking for is the one that looks like yours from front. The older style looks like the back of yours on both front and back. Another way of saying is one will have 5 rows and the other will 3 major rows with waves on sides and slight curve at top at bottom.
This shows with 5 rows:
http://pointillistic.com/vmps-audio/ST3.htmThis shows three rows:
http://pointillistic.com/vmps-audio/RM40.htmThis shows the wave I mentioned on sides for neo panel information:
http://pointillistic.com/vmps-audio/technical.htmThis is the information from threads:
Monsoon MM-702, MM-1000 and MM-2000 models have the correct panels. Still have to verify it is the correct type of panel. Post #62 in this thread
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=113470.60 discusses difference in panels so you know what to look for.
They will need to be modified which will require drilling out rivets and replacing with a nut and screw and 14 AWG Non-Insulated #4 Stud Ring Terminal to modify the panel. Same post #62 along with #64 discussed the modification process.
I just measured three panels and all measured 3 ohms at the end of the wires so likely 2.8 ish at the panel which is the same as my RM-30’s which are circa 2006. Two separate purchases, and I recall my MM-702 set were also around 3 ohms. Just checked yes 3 ohms at the end of wires.
This is supplemental information on re-purpose panels to support your VMPS speakers. Post #4 above described what to look for and purchase, here is how I removed rivets and replaced with #4 screw, nut and spring washer and #4 ring terminal for 14 gauge wire Molex part number 19069-0099.
This is my experience and is for guidance only so if you mess up your panel its on you.
The idea is to remove rivet while preserving the integrity of the tinned copper foil on the ring terminal (back) side of neo panel.
What NOT to do. Do not drill out rivet with drill as the rivet will likely turn with drill bit when it starts to become loose and subsequently tear up copper foil.
I used a Dremel with cutting wheel. Wheels are usually larger so I wore it down to a smaller diameter. I removed material from rivet with the cutting wheel on opposite side of rivet head until I was close to board. I then took a dental pick and removed the last bit of material. I then placed my finger on the copper foil side to hold foil against circuit card and gently pressed out rivet. Copper foil was perfectly preserved. I touched the wheel on a neo case so I used a indelible Sharpie to bring it back to look like new. Cleaned everything up with isopropyl alcohol and tooth brush.
Lastly, you can PM me and from there I can get pictures to you.
Pics are back. Thanks Admin!!