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Industry Circles => GR Research => Topic started by: Peter J on 6 Nov 2017, 10:10 pm

Title: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Peter J on 6 Nov 2017, 10:10 pm: I've been talking to Danny about an index of sorts linking individual build threads for all things GR Research. A sticky master thread kind of thing. I suspect many would find them helpful in their own builds, but many are buried in the archives. Folks with existing threads are encouraged to LINK them here. It's not intended to be a massive compilation but rather a jumping off spot. I'll start if off with examples done over the years.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Peter J on 6 Nov 2017, 10:11 pm: X-LS
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=150120.0

X-Otica
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=139529.0

X-SLS and AV1-RS
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=100369.0

Sandbox sub
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=84765.0
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Captainhemo on 6 Nov 2017, 11:43 pm: Here's a couple more

OB7 Build
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=114219.0

N3 Buiold (fonrt vented)
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=108845.0

Dual 12" OB H-Frames (non flat ack versions)
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=127533.0

Triple 12" OB H-Frame (non flat pack version)
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=134523.0

Mini build X - LS Encores
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=144419.msg1543794#msg1543794
Will dig up some more later

jay
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: jeffh on 7 Nov 2017, 12:11 am: LGK 1.0 Bamboo
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=133131.0 (http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=133131.0)

X-LS mini-monitor
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=88377.0 (http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=88377.0)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: ebag4 on 7 Nov 2017, 01:16 am: NX Otica MTM and Dual Servo Subs in H Frame
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=146187.0

Multiple Wedgie Builds (linked to the first page with a build starting)
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=126112.380
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: mlundy57 on 7 Nov 2017, 07:56 pm: Here's some of mine:

This is my first build X-LS Encore & X-CS Encore Build

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=117653.msg1234925#msg1234925

After those a few more: N1X

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=120188.msg1263895#msg1263895

N3TL

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=120896.msg1272102#msg1272102

X-CS Encore & X-MTM Encore

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=128392.0

3 x 8 Servo H Frame build

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=134065.0

A/V-1RS

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=135338.msg1438157#msg1438157

LGK Wedge and Bass Unit Build

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=135561.msg1440414#msg1440414

3 x 8 Servo H-Frame build with a twist

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=147658.msg1579534#msg1579534

NX-Otica MTM and dual 12" H-Frame build

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=149272.msg1596343#msg1596343

Mike
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: hesster on 8 Nov 2017, 12:44 pm: My LS-9's which have held up well over the years, a killer Line Array, but no easy build task. Too bad they are discontinued! I power them with Emotiva gear - XMC-1 Processor and (2) XPR-1 amps.
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=80580.msg771669#msg771669
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: BK_856er on 12 Nov 2017, 08:02 pm: LGK 1.0 + veneer:

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=125221.0

BK
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Voncarlos on 14 Nov 2017, 03:22 pm: And a link to my OB-5 build. My avatar is the finished speaker.

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=59326.0

Thanks Peter

(http://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=22709)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Sonicjoy on 6 Mar 2020, 02:49 pm: Here is my build: NX-Studio Monitor

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=205979)

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=168181.0 (https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=168181.0)

This build is on going as of this posting but is almost finished.

Edit: These are now complete.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: SCHIFT on 30 Mar 2020, 02:52 am: @ Sonicjoy, WOW, beautiful!
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Sonicjoy on 31 Mar 2020, 12:22 pm: Thanks Schift! And welcome to the forum. :D These sound even better than they look.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: AlexH on 15 Apr 2020, 11:40 pm: X-STATIKS BUILD

Since Danny just did a video on the X-Statiks, I thought I would add a link to my build I did last year. https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=164148.0

Sandbox OB H Frame Build
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=170649.0
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Sonicjoy on 17 Apr 2020, 02:59 pm: Very nice! Thanks for posting. Just read through your build thread. Looks like it was a fun project.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: corndog71 on 25 Apr 2020, 01:58 pm: I broke out my AV123 X-Statiks just for a visual comparison to my Super 7’s.

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=207795&size=large)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=207794&size=large)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=207796&size=large)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Vintagevinyl on 30 Jul 2020, 01:55 pm: To Sonicjoy on his build of the NX studio. Firstly, very nice job. I’m using it to guide my own imperfect build. Can I ask whether your suggestion to cut the no Rez sheets into 2, 5x27” and 2, 8x27” should really have been 2, 5x27” and 2, 7x27” since the sheets are only 24x27” total?

Thanks
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: JasonM on 4 Aug 2020, 12:19 am: Hi All, Wanted to drop in and learn about building some GR Speakers. I am a beginner audiophile so know just enough to be dangerous . . . For the last few years i have been upgrading equipment and trying different ideas that may improve my listening experience. My last upgrade was ordering GIK room treatment . . . which arrives next month. For my next project I thought it may be fun to try to build some speakers and GR products come up regularly on YouTube from reviewers like New Record Day, these treads and others. Sonicjoys NX studios - look great. I listen in a relatively small room (10' x 13') - with the speakers on 13' wall. The room is also our home office so not ideal placement. Any thoughts?
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Peter J on 4 Aug 2020, 06:06 am: Quote from: Peter J on 6 Nov 2017, 10:10 pm
I've been talking to Danny about an index of sorts linking individual build threads for all things GR Research. A sticky master thread kind of thing. I suspect many would find them helpful in their own builds, but many are buried in the archives. Folks with existing threads are encouraged to LINK them here. It's not intended to be a massive compilation but rather a jumping off spot. I'll start if off with examples done over the years.

Hi y'all. My original vision on starting this thread was to build an index to make it easier to find relevant build threads for everybody's reference. It's not mine to control but I would humbly request that it remain true to that vision.

Discussion would ideally be within the referenced threads themselves or begin a new one. Any new posts in old threads will pop to the top so they'll be visible. If you want to post photos of your work, there's another sticky just for that. If we continue down the path of turning this into yet another meandering hodge-podge, the point of having an index is lost. If I could prune it, I would.

Help me out here, so that this one sticky can remain tightly focused on it's original point...to provide an easy reference for all, now and in the future. I'm climbing off my soapbox now.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Hobbsmeerkat on 7 Sep 2020, 11:09 pm: Here's my XLS build thread:
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=170887.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=211166&size=large)

And my ongoing NX-Studio build thread:

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=172031.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=213673&size=large)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Rock Ball on 8 Sep 2020, 01:50 pm: Triple 12" OB H-Frame Servo Subs
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=168194.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=206360)

NX-Tremes
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=169590.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=208433)

Speaker Cables
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=172291.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=214999)

NX-Oticas
This is my brother's build thread.
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=169168.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=208981)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Speaker Challenged on 9 Sep 2020, 10:28 pm: .
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Speaker Challenged on 9 Sep 2020, 10:34 pm: .
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: russellberg on 11 Nov 2020, 03:37 am: Russell's Builds

X-SLS Encores
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=171848.0
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=216840)

Sealed Servo Sub
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=170554.0
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=216841)

Open Baffle H Frame with Built In Amp
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=173562.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=217973)

NX-Otica
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=181020.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=243302)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: morganc on 11 Nov 2020, 06:51 am: Beauties :thumb:
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: jonsk2514 on 31 Jan 2021, 01:33 pm: Here is my X-MTM build thread:
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=170542.msg1805831#msg1805831

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=220233)

It is slightly different from Danny’s design, with the ports in the front instead of the back. But it works well in the room that they are in where they have to be up against the wall behind them. My thread discusses this in more detail.

My X-LS and X-CS build thread:
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=174915.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=227694)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=237981)

And my X-SLS build threat:
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=185519.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=257426)

The X-SLS speakers next to one of the X-MTM speakers.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Cblan1224 on 11 Mar 2021, 10:50 pm: Quote from: corndog71 on 25 Apr 2020, 01:58 pm
I broke out my AV123 X-Statiks just for a visual comparison to my Super 7’s.

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=207795&size=large)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=207794&size=large)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=207796&size=large)
Quote from: AlexH on 15 Apr 2020, 11:40 pm

X-STATIKS BUILD

Since Danny just did a video on the X-Statiks, I thought I would add a link to my build I did last year. https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=164148.0

Sandbox OB H Frame Build
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=170649.0

How are you liking these? My plan is to get them one day, but I haven't heard any first hand accounts. I'm in love with the x static
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: corndog71 on 12 Mar 2021, 02:48 am: Love them! Resolution is up there with the best I’ve heard. Like someone else said, I’m done shopping for speakers.

I love my Statiks too!
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: JWCoffman on 17 Apr 2021, 05:46 pm: X-CS & X-MTM:
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=174892.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=223422)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: dabrains on 13 May 2021, 05:54 pm: Quick Question... How many sheets of No-Res are required for the Servo Sub Kit 4?
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=224495)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: dabrains on 15 May 2021, 10:28 pm: Takes 2 Sheets of No-Res according to Danny for this project. Primed and sanded. Going for a smooth look. If I hate it then Dura-Tex covers all blemishes.

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=224596)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: dabrains on 15 May 2021, 10:30 pm: First coats of Black Satin...

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=224597)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Hollis Prince on 19 Jun 2021, 11:47 pm: X-Statik build. Walnut veneer. No-rez.
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=225807)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Hollis Prince on 10 Jul 2021, 12:13 pm: X-Statik build by Hollis Prince.

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=176956.0

I've built a few speakers this past year, but this is my first GR-Research build. They were built from scratch, not a flat pack. I'm extremely happy with how they turned out.After the X-Statiks I'm gonna build a X-Voce and then a pair of X-LS Encores for surrounds.
Thanks for checking out my build!
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: greglett on 23 Sep 2021, 06:30 pm: Does anyone offer build services? Putting together a kit for someone else?
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Danny Richie on 23 Sep 2021, 10:00 pm: Quote from: greglett on 23 Sep 2021, 06:30 pm
Does anyone offer build services? Putting together a kit for someone else?

See this thread: https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=164355.0
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Vince in TX on 23 Sep 2021, 11:09 pm: A/V-1RS (old style - now called X-On Wall): https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=178029

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=229289)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=229602)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=230129)

Servo Sub 4 (now called Double Trouble): https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=176852

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=228207)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=228257)
(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=229737)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Hobbsmeerkat on 24 Sep 2021, 06:40 pm: NX-Studio :scratch:

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=172031.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=229657&size=large)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=230142&size=xlarge)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Mike 1960 on 30 Sep 2021, 08:16 pm: Quote from: Hobbsmeerkat on 24 Sep 2021, 06:40 pm
NX-Studio :scratch:

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=172031.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=229657&size=large)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=230142&size=xlarge)

Why are you blacking out parts of the values of the parts illustrated ?
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Hobbsmeerkat on 1 Oct 2021, 01:44 pm: Quote from: Mike 1960 on 30 Sep 2021, 08:16 pm
Why are you blacking out parts of the values of the parts illustrated ?

To not give away the values, since they are Danny's design. If you want to know the values, you habe to buy the kit.
It's a common practice on this circle.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Caboin on 6 Jan 2022, 07:34 pm: X-LS Encore from France

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=179917 (https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=179917)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=234782)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: JCarney on 6 Jan 2022, 09:40 pm: Mini build with my Granddaughter.

JCarney

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=177906.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=234913)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: oneartist on 2 Feb 2022, 03:02 pm: The Lyngdorf MP60 2.1 pulled everything together. I built the cabinet to nestle the 65" screen between my 3.6 Magnepan planers which need the power of the Musical Fidelity M8 500. I also built the GR Research W/Frame Rythmik powered Open Baffle subs to go with the white look.
The W/Frame subs have worked fine for music but movie bass would often make them bottom out and blow off the covers. The RoomPerfect software has eliminated the problem. Now the subs can handle anything, no bottoming.
Using the RoomPerfect guide, I went all the way to 100% correction with 13 mic positions. There are Magnepan 1.7's on the sides and MC1's in the rear.
The audio realism is just what I was hoping for. Even though the MP60 is an expensive upgrade, I wanted the Open Baffle GR Research people to hear what the MP60 can do for their subs. PS I know how to get a much better price on the MP60 2.1.

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=236437)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=236438)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=236439)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=236440)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Bavillusme on 13 Feb 2022, 11:24 pm: Quote from: JCarney on 6 Jan 2022, 09:40 pm
Mini build with my Granddaughter.

JCarney

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=177906.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=234913)

BVery nice indeed!!
Quote from: Peter J on 6 Nov 2017, 10:10 pm
I've been talking to Danny about an index of sorts linking individual build threads for all things GR Research. A sticky master thread kind of thing. I suspect many would find them helpful in their own builds, but many are buried in the archives. Folks with existing threads are encouraged to LINK them here. It's not intended to be a massive compilation but rather a jumping off spot. I'll start if off with examples done over the years.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Bavillusme on 13 Feb 2022, 11:27 pm: Quote from: hesster on 8 Nov 2017, 12:44 pm
My LS-9's which have held up well over the years, a killer Line Array, but no easy build task. Too bad they are discontinued! I power them with Emotiva gear - XMC-1 Processor and (2) XPR-1 amps.
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=80580.msg771669#msg771669
Are there people out there that can actually complete Danny's DIY kits for guys like me that are not handy? I love the idea of quality made, instead of the meet the price point thing. I am new here, so bare with me.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Bavillusme on 13 Feb 2022, 11:30 pm: Quote from: mlundy57 on 7 Nov 2017, 07:56 pm
Here's some of mine:

This is my first build X-LS Encore & X-CS Encore Build

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=117653.msg1234925#msg1234925

After those a few more: N1X

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=120188.msg1263895#msg1263895

N3TL

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=120896.msg1272102#msg1272102

X-CS Encore & X-MTM Encore

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=128392.0

3 x 8 Servo H Frame build

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=134065.0

A/V-1RS

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=135338.msg1438157#msg1438157

LGK Wedge and Bass Unit Build

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=135561.msg1440414#msg1440414

3 x 8 Servo H-Frame build with a twist

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=147658.msg1579534#msg1579534

NX-Otica MTM and dual 12" H-Frame build

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=149272.msg1596343#msg1596343

Mike
Mike, can you be contracted to build one of Danny's Kits? I am new, so please bare with me
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Guchee2 on 14 Feb 2022, 04:34 pm: Hello Danny/Hobbs,
I am a newbie as a registered member & need your help in establishing the requirements in being able to access, search & joing forums...I can't see or i am not looking at the right place for the Trading Post?! Love what you guys do & have fired up the flame for my love for good to better HiFi sounds at like Danny always says "that are a bargain base prices, i say that it benefits me coz what you offer "won't break the bank" but definitely make the mediocre better! Thank you.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: adminRH on 14 Feb 2022, 10:26 pm: Welcome to AudioCircle, Guchee!

You will automatically gain access to search, trading post and PMs after you have made 3 moderated posts. They can be in any circles.

For your own safety, please remove your phone number from your profile's "personal text."
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Hobbsmeerkat on 15 Feb 2022, 01:51 am: Quote from: Guchee2 on 14 Feb 2022, 04:34 pm
Hello Danny/Hobbs,
I am a newbie as a registered member & need your help in establishing the requirements in being able to access, search & joing forums...I can't see or i am not looking at the right place for the Trading Post?! Love what you guys do & have fired up the flame for my love for good to better HiFi sounds at like Danny always says "that are a bargain base prices, i say that it benefits me coz what you offer "won't break the bank" but definitely make the mediocre better! Thank you.

Heya and welcome to AC!
You can find ghe trading post here:
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?board=109.0
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: OCityruxer on 15 Feb 2022, 02:09 am: I’ve been pining for a decent Hifi system for decades. Finally in a place where I can make it happen. A do it yourselfer with a medium budget intending to leverage that into a pretty decent system. I think that describes the middle class skill set. Just received my NX Studio flat pack and awaiting the kit as well as the speaker cable.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: JCarney on 15 Feb 2022, 02:24 am: Thanks for the compliment Bavillusme, much appreciated. She had fun, learned she likes soldering stuff as well as building stuff. The little amp driving the speakers are hooked up to the tv and they use some amazon thing for music usually. They are used daily from what I can tell.

JCarney
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: JCarney on 15 Feb 2022, 03:24 pm: Hey Bavillusme, you asked mlundy if he can finish cabinets. Well, he can, and here is where you can read about it. https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=164355.0. Best of luck in your search.

JCarney
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Rock Ball on 21 Feb 2022, 02:37 pm: Quote from: Peter J on 4 Aug 2020, 06:06 am
Hi y'all. My original vision on starting this thread was to build an index to make it easier to find relevant build threads for everybody's reference. It's not mine to control but I would humbly request that it remain true to that vision.

Discussion would ideally be within the referenced threads themselves or begin a new one. Any new posts in old threads will pop to the top so they'll be visible. If you want to post photos of your work, there's another sticky just for that. If we continue down the path of turning this into yet another meandering hodge-podge, the point of having an index is lost. If I could prune it, I would.

Help me out here, so that this one sticky can remain tightly focused on it's original point...to provide an easy reference for all, now and in the future. I'm climbing off my soapbox now.

I liked Peter's original vision for this thread.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: nlitworld on 22 Feb 2022, 01:32 am: Here was my NX-Studio build.

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=178967.0 (https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=178967.0)

Some decent tips on painting process and burning in crossovers. Hopefully it's helpful to some. :thumb:
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: BikeFi10 on 10 Mar 2022, 04:12 pm: Corndog71, best finish combo Ive seen on XStatics. That has to be solid wood for the front baffle. Im going that route if I can find a thick slab of wood like that.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: corndog71 on 10 Mar 2022, 06:10 pm: Quote from: BikeFi10 on 10 Mar 2022, 04:12 pm
Corndog71, best finish combo Ive seen on XStatics. That has to be solid wood for the front baffle. Im going that route if I can find a thick slab of wood like that.

Sorry to disappoint but my X-Statiks were built in a factory down in Colombia for AV123. That is a real wood veneer though.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: tortoiseman2542 on 10 Mar 2022, 07:12 pm: Quote from: corndog71 on 10 Mar 2022, 06:10 pm
Sorry to disappoint but my X-Statiks were built in a factory down in Colombia for AV123. That is a real wood veneer though.

That would be AV123 speakers in what they called “Moho Natural”. That is definitely my all time favorite veneers. Corndog71’s is a great example is that.

Robert
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: VasjaG on 23 Mar 2022, 07:47 am: Hello, as admin said, let start. Few months ago, I've ordered Danys X-LS. So after changing US units in metric I've ordered MDFs and send them to friend on CNC. So Befor pruduction some visualisations!

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=238738)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=238739)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Peter J on 23 Mar 2022, 01:48 pm: Quote from: VasjaG on 23 Mar 2022, 07:47 am
Hello, as admin said, let start. Few months ago, I've ordered Danys X-LS. So after changing US units in metric I've ordered MDFs and send them to friend on CNC. So Befor pruduction some visualisations!

VasjaG, it appears you're wanting to make a build thread here. Please don't. The intention was of this thread was LINK to your thread that resides within the main body of the GR Research Circle. Thus it would provide an index for future builders. Unfortunately it has run amok of late and is destined to become a bigger mess and less of a reference if we continue down this path. The idea is a good one, but it takes the group to make it work.

Danny or Hobbs, can you prune this thread and remove the chaff?
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: wb on 23 Mar 2022, 06:38 pm: NX-Otica with a desktop mini on the side...

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=180052.msg1892492#msg1892492
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Adr1an on 4 May 2022, 10:36 am: My NX-Tremes so far.

They just need to be lined with no res and wired.

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=240237)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=240238)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=240239)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=240240)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: fre11111 on 5 May 2022, 05:51 pm: I LOVE THIS PHOTO🙂❤️

Quote from: JCarney on 6 Jan 2022, 09:40 pm
Mini build with my Granddaughter.

JCarney

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=177906.0

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=234913)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: JCarney on 5 May 2022, 11:41 pm: Thank You! She's a cutey.

JCarney
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Placer on 24 Dec 2022, 04:02 am: Greetings, I've just joined the thread. I am building a set of X-LS speakers. It is my first time doing a build of this kind. I have the cases and crossovers finished but have a question as to the best way to cut up the no-rez for the bookshelf size. Of course the bottom is not covered and I intend to use fiberglass fill for the lower third but don't see how I can eek the top, sides, and back from the four pieces of no-rez. If I am correct, which area is OK to not cover more than an another? With the opportunity for new people to search for topics on the site disabled I am left to this snail way of getting information.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Hobbsmeerkat on 24 Dec 2022, 01:52 pm: Here's a thread with a couple plages of options for cutting the Norez into smaller pieces. :thumb:
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=181537.0
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Placer on 24 Dec 2022, 06:43 pm: Hi, just producing the second of the third post to satisfy the site needs so I can search for answers. It is clear that due to the holiday, the messages will not be reviewed until the moderator returns possibly after the second of next year. I was hoping to get some help so I could complete my build for the holiday. On that note, Happy holidays and best wishes for the coming year.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Danny Richie on 24 Dec 2022, 07:03 pm: Quote from: Placer on 24 Dec 2022, 06:43 pm
Hi, just producing the second of the third post to satisfy the site needs so I can search for answers. It is clear that due to the holiday, the messages will not be reviewed until the moderator returns possibly after the second of next year. I was hoping to get some help so I could complete my build for the holiday. On that note, Happy holidays and best wishes for the coming year.

I approve them as soon as I see them and know that they are legit. A couple more and your posts will no longer need approval.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Placer on 26 Dec 2022, 12:17 am: Just a quick follow up on my previous post, I have figured out what I need to do and at present seem to be on track to finish up tomorrow.
Regards to all and happy new year.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Muchan254 on 19 Jan 2023, 04:18 pm: Just joined Audio Circle and came here straight!

Looking to build a pair of GR Research NX Oticas and a couple of DIY tube amps. Exciting times we live in!
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: oldman74 on 20 Jan 2023, 08:24 pm: I wish I had the opportunity to listen to open baffle.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: g3rain1 on 21 Jan 2023, 12:20 am: NX-Otica build
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=184659.0
(https://i.imgur.com/fUqzkeb.jpg)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Vince in TX on 23 Jan 2023, 03:04 pm: Quote from: oldman74 on 20 Jan 2023, 08:24 pm
I wish I had the opportunity to listen to open baffle.

You might. Where are you located? Several of us have been willing to audition speakers for folks. I'm in the Houston, TX area.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: 350Industrial on 7 Feb 2023, 07:32 pm: Here's my NX-Otica build thread with lots of photos. I'm in the Chicagoland area if anyone is interested in taking a listen 8)

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=184521.0 (https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=184521.0)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=249777)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Denton J on 17 May 2023, 07:45 pm: New at this but I'm about to start my first build. (LGK 2.1)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Denton J on 12 Jun 2023, 04:52 pm: New guy assistance. With some assistance I put together a crossover for the LGK 2.1.
What determines which internal speaker wires are connected to the binding post/tube connector to the specific area of the crossover?

I identified the negative end of the woofer assembly, the positive end of the woofer, the positive end of the tweeter assembly. I am having difficulty identifying the negative tweeter loop & where the internal speaker wire that connects to the negative tweeter & slices into the negative woofer, eventually headed to the tube connector.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Hobbsmeerkat on 12 Jun 2023, 07:40 pm: Quote from: Denton J on 12 Jun 2023, 04:52 pm
New guy assistance. With some assistance I put together a crossover for the LGK 2.1.
What determines which internal speaker wires are connected to the binding post/tube connector to the specific area of the crossover?

I identified the negative end of the woofer assembly, the positive end of the woofer, the positive end of the tweeter assembly. I am having difficulty identifying the negative tweeter loop & where the internal speaker wire that connects to the negative tweeter & slices into the negative woofer, eventually headed to the tube connector.

You will need to run a white wire from the negative terminal of the LGK driver straight back to the white tube connector, it doesn't connect to anything else other than the return leg of the woofer circuit.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Denton J on 12 Jun 2023, 09:23 pm: Thanks again!

I have to add the customer support around all of the various processes are off the charts good. I can't recommend GRR products enough!
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Tyson on 13 Jun 2023, 08:12 pm: Quote from: Denton J on 12 Jun 2023, 09:23 pm
Thanks again!

I have to add the customer support around all of the various processes are off the charts good. I can't recommend GRR products enough!

You should post a build thread for your LGK 2.1, I think you would be the first for that model.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Denton J on 13 Jun 2023, 10:50 pm: Quote from: Tyson on 13 Jun 2023, 08:12 pm
You should post a build thread for your LGK 2.1, I think you would be the first for that model.

I will try. My job is sending me out of town (again) & I decided to change the colors of my cabinets. Pics in about (another) 2 weeks.

* Still on the road but I was able to finish the color scheme & the crossover. Whenever I get back home I can put it together.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: atoth on 12 Aug 2023, 08:07 am: Hello All,

Here is the lastest build from far-far Hungary/Europe!
I love every seconds of this build. Sound amazing!
here is the process and a result:

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=255599)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=255600)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=255601)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=255602)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=255603)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Denton J on 22 Aug 2023, 08:23 pm: It looks great!
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: atoth on 23 Aug 2023, 09:28 am: Thanks!
I'm very satisfied with their sound!
My friends ask to built to them too, but unfortunatelly delivery costs to Europe and custums in Hungary kill the great price!

I hope in the future there will be an europian distributor.

BR,
A

Quote from: Denton J on 22 Aug 2023, 08:23 pm
It looks great!
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: rinzzlr on 16 Sep 2023, 04:37 pm: .
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Tyson on 16 Sep 2023, 05:04 pm: Is that for 2 different systems?
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: rinzzlr on 16 Sep 2023, 06:06 pm: Quote from: Tyson on 16 Sep 2023, 05:04 pm
Is that for 2 different systems?
No, it’s for my fronts and rears in my HT/Music room.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Tyson on 16 Sep 2023, 06:47 pm: Quote from: rinzzlr on 16 Sep 2023, 06:06 pm
No, it’s for my fronts and rears in my HT/Music room.

NX-Studio's for rears, holy shit that's awesome! Are you just running 2 channels for the front and no center channel? That's how I run my HT (NX-Oticas and triple OB subs).
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: rinzzlr on 16 Sep 2023, 08:05 pm: .
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Tyson on 16 Sep 2023, 08:08 pm: Nice! Yes the NX series might be the best HT speakers I’ve ever heard. They have so much grunt and dynamics that they sound downright MEAN with HT material.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: rinzzlr on 16 Sep 2023, 09:11 pm: .
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: BrandonB on 27 Sep 2023, 10:04 pm: Quote from: rinzzlr on 16 Sep 2023, 09:11 pm
Awesome.. the anticipation has been intense. My room is borderline too small for these but I think I’ve added enough treatment to make it work well. Can’t wait to get some measuring going in my space.

How big is your room?
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Adr1an on 3 Dec 2023, 06:04 am: (https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=259294)

Subs are finished
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Adr1an on 3 Dec 2023, 06:10 am: (https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=259295)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: techiefun on 26 Dec 2023, 01:15 pm: I thought I would post the final outcome of my 'over the top' LGK 2.0 build.

Parts:
- Sonicaps bypassed with Dueland's JDM copper bypass caps
- Mundorf foil inductor (higher value) and Jantzen foil inductor (smaller value)
- Mundorf resistors
- Jantzen (non-magnetic) Speaker posts (I know, but I lost my tube connectors)

Cabinet:
- 3/4 inch bevel on front panel verticals

Finish:
- Ebony veneer (adhered with heat lock glue)
- Osmo hard wax-oil finish (4 coats)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=260020)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=260021)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=260022)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=260023)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Coreyportelli on 11 Jan 2024, 09:53 pm: Here is my X MTM Encore
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=177626.0
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: jackwfischer on 16 Jul 2024, 10:36 am: Hello All,
I recently moved to the Philippines and have a rather large living room and have taken an interest in Open Baffle Speakers. Strongly considering the NXTREMES.
Currently own Wilson Audio Yvettes , KEF Blades and more speakers than rooms...Oh well this hobby will be the end of me one day. I subscribe to NRD, AudioFILE Junkie etc. Looks like i stumbled across the right place if I am going to take something like DIY Build.
Regards,
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: HAL on 17 Jul 2024, 02:48 am: Have my two modular 6x12 OB servo sub towers running with the GR-Research SW-12-16FR sub drivers and 4 Rythmik Audio HX300-12OB servo amps.

The modular cabinets are from captainhemo. The pair is in Hot Rod Black automotive paint.

Building some planar line arrays to go with them and waiting on the baffles to be finished.

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=265703)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: YEEEEGZ on 23 Oct 2024, 03:10 pm: (https://i.imgur.com/B46YqdW.jpeg)

Hey guys! Stopping by to post a little montage of my NX-Studio build.

I did not take nearly as many pictures as I should have, missed documenting all kinds of terrible mistakes I made along the way. The build took me a little over three months to complete, working on them in any free time I could capture. I learned a lot, I have never put a speaker together before. This forum was an incredible resource for knowledge and I'd like to thank everyone who posts here for the help. The only thing I did that was a little wacky was suspend some white fluorescent pigment and purple glow-in-the-dark pigment to the final coats of Polycrylic Max. I had a difficult time photographing the effect, but it is pretty groovy under black light.

(https://i.imgur.com/voFPU9D.jpeg)

Unfortunately I just kinda jumped into this and didn't think about how I was going to mount these in the end. My room is pretty small, about 10'x12' and I'm forced into a corner placement. Less than ideal. I ended up needing to fabricate some brackets out of sheet metal (another first) and did my best to make it work. In the end I think I mounted them too close to the ceiling (about 1' from the top). I'll probably end up bringing them down another foot when I muster the energy, though I'll need to rearrange other things on my wall to make it work... Boo. I know looking at this mount is probably giving someone a headache. I DID MY BEST! But if y'all have any ideas, please give them a shout.

I think the next project will be a servo sub build when they get back in stock next month.

I know there's no way I can make a Double Trouble work in this room... But I can't stop thinking about them anyway.

The Studios sound really great. It was a great way to spend my time.

Thanks dudes. :thumb:
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Early B. on 23 Oct 2024, 05:01 pm: Quote from: YEEEEGZ on 23 Oct 2024, 03:10 pm
I know there's no way I can make a Double Trouble work in this room... But I can't stop thinking about them anyway.

Oh, you can definitely make a Double Trouble work in your room. Place it close to the wall -- not ideal, but who cares? It will still sound far superior to virtually any box sub.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: YEEEEGZ on 23 Oct 2024, 05:18 pm: Quote from: Early B. on 23 Oct 2024, 05:01 pm
Oh, you can definitely make a Double Trouble work in your room. Place it close to the wall -- not ideal, but who cares? It will still sound far superior to virtually any box sub.
(https://i.imgur.com/B1XXd3g.jpeg)

Yeah, pretty much verbatim what this dude has been telling me. :lol:
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: timc90 on 24 Nov 2024, 01:16 pm: Just completed my build of NX Studios and Double Troubles

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=188953.msg1977742#msg1977742 (https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=188953.msg1977742#msg1977742)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=269848)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: neekomax on 3 Dec 2024, 02:19 pm: Now THAT'S awesome.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: NIGHTFALL1970 on 23 Dec 2024, 01:55 am: Very cool!😎
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Post by: KTS on 25 Dec 2024, 09:37 pm: Looking good!
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: JCarney on 8 Jan 2025, 03:17 am: Very nice build you got going there czechm8. Very nice work.

JCarney
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Edward4 on 24 Jan 2025, 05:09 pm: Not sure if this is the right place to say this, but I built a dual-driver open-baffle servo-controlled subwoofer from GR Research yesterday, and it sounds heavenly. The musical sound is natural, relaxed, full, and reassuring - compared to anything I've heard in my home so far.

(Still need to cut & apply the NoRez, etc.)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=271666)

Previously I had a seven-inch "REL" subwoofer in this same spot. The "REL" sub would send some of the bass directly at the floor, and maybe that's why I frequently would get bass feedback sent back into my turntable if I had the volume up to even a moderate level (but still quieter than if a live jazz quartet were in the room). The new GR Research sub seems to have completely eliminated this feedback issue, besides just sounding so much better overall. I think the bass was also feeding back into my tube amp, because apparently vacuum tubes are microphonic. I don't know if it's the "open baffle" design that protects the turntable & tubes from the bass feedback issue (i.e. the "room boom" / room "pressurization" that some people talk about), or if it's simply the way the REL sub pointed some of its sound directly at the floor. I guess I'm still not clear on what "room pressurization" is, but the proof of the pudding is in the eating as they say, and this sub design definitely works much better than competing products, in my opinion.

You have another very happy customer here; thank you Mr. Richie and others.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Denton J on 23 Feb 2025, 07:17 am: I finally started making ground with my Encore builds for my kiddos. I enjoy to attempt new methods so I used car paint. I used a vinyl sealer to attempt to seal the MDF edges but I was mostly unsuccessful. I'm going to paint the edges black to cover the edges. The other challenge I had was trying to connect the internal wire to the binding posts. I finally decided to take the binding posts apart so I can lay the binding post panel flat and was able to get a solid connection. Not yet done but here is the build so far.

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=273001)

(https://www.audiocircle.com/image.php?id=273002)
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Mr.J on 3 Mar 2025, 05:50 pm: Is there anyone in Sweden that has the NX-Otica´s with the open baffle sub? Would love to hear them.

/J
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Denton J on 12 May 2025, 01:48 am: Are there any recommendations for the stuffing for the LS Encore? I have no rez and I am lining the walls, I am referring to the other stuffing.
Title: Re: GR Research Build Threads
Post by: Hobbsmeerkat on 12 May 2025, 03:13 pm: A thin layer over the crossover, and a 3-4' layer over the lower part of the back wall, ramping up to the crossover:
https://youtu.be/QvQRRU68FM4