Dave A Posted October 10, 2019 Share Posted October 10, 2019 I have been kicking this around for some time and will finally make a set of these to see how much trouble they are. Part of the holdup was a lack of a good accurate saw which would allow me to square off 2" thick lumber so I could stack and glue pieces without trouble. I am at that point now and will be making a set to take to Hope next week. I will be cutting the large Mahl shape into this and using the wood for the lens cavity. It will be the same exact shape and will have the back cutout so my clamp plate can be mounted in. Since it is free standing and restrictive cabinets wont stop the use of the larger lens shape plus the DE10 driver can also be used this is the way to go. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brownaye Posted October 10, 2019 Share Posted October 10, 2019 subbed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windashine Posted October 10, 2019 Share Posted October 10, 2019 ... o O (MWTL - Machined Wood Tweeter Lens) or (WGMTS - Wiggle Grinder Maple Tweeter Stand) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave A Posted October 10, 2019 Author Share Posted October 10, 2019 Just now, windashine said: ... o O (MWTL - Machined Wood Tweeter Lens) Yeah and you get to fondle one next week😉 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windashine Posted October 10, 2019 Share Posted October 10, 2019 I'm bringing a free 2inch live edge slab of curly maple .... o O (preliminary packing list lol) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave A Posted October 10, 2019 Author Share Posted October 10, 2019 One thing about wood is there is a tremendous variety. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave A Posted October 17, 2019 Author Share Posted October 17, 2019 OK done and packing up for Hope. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark1101 Posted October 17, 2019 Share Posted October 17, 2019 You make things really pretty. Those are nice. I will be checking them out tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MechEngVic Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 Could a pair of stand-alone tweeters compliment a 2-way pair of speakers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaudeJ1 Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 On 10/9/2019 at 8:49 PM, Dave A said: I have been kicking this around for some time and will finally make a set of these to see how much trouble they are. Part of the holdup was a lack of a good accurate saw which would allow me to square off 2" thick lumber so I could stack and glue pieces without trouble. I am at that point now and will be making a set to take to Hope next week. I will be cutting the large Mahl shape into this and using the wood for the lens cavity. It will be the same exact shape and will have the back cutout so my clamp plate can be mounted in. Since it is free standing and restrictive cabinets wont stop the use of the larger lens shape plus the DE10 driver can also be used this is the way to go. Owners of Older LaScalas with a K400 horn, have reasonable "phase" alignment because the Mid Horn is within 1/4 wave of the Bass Horn. With this new tweeter, you can now have phase alignment between the Midrange and TWEETER too! Not only does this tweeter sound better overall, but for those hose hearing is sensitive to Phase, you never go back to the old mounting methods, guaranteed. This thing has my full endorsement!!! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 I agree with Claude on this one 😉. Moving my tweeters from the cabinet to a baffle on top and placed at the back was one of the best changes I made to my LS, and the cost was minimal. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaddeus Smith Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 Watching with interest.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave A Posted October 18, 2019 Author Share Posted October 18, 2019 7 hours ago, MechEngVic said: Could a pair of stand-alone tweeters compliment a 2-way pair of speakers? I have never tried it but that's what they all tell me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaudeJ1 Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 2 hours ago, Dave A said: I have never tried it but that's what they all tell me. Also, some may tell you that you can cut that tweeter height by 30-40%, thereby saving material. Subject to measurement and hearing, of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete H Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 Those look fantastic! I bet they would sound phenomenal if you made them out of premium MDF. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coytee Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 Another home run, nice job!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babadono Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 Yea they could be Mighty Damn Fine tweeters 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave A Posted October 19, 2019 Author Share Posted October 19, 2019 " Sarcasm is the body's natural defense against stupidity! " Does it work like garlic for Vampires does regarding MDF ? You know you all are not right don't you? 11 hours ago, ClaudeJ1 said: Also, some may tell you that you can cut that tweeter height by 30-40%, thereby saving material. Subject to measurement and hearing, of course. The height was predicated on feedback from some who made stands for their tweeters. They certainly have not been tested but they look really cool. By the way regarding MDF. I have a picture to share tomorrow that may be disturbing to some and quite uplifting to others. I had to do a double take as we drove by this on the way to the Klipsch Secret Roy Delgado dungeon of audio doom. If it does not show up here look for it on the Cornwall thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDBRbuilder Posted October 19, 2019 Share Posted October 19, 2019 1 hour ago, Dave A said: " Sarcasm is the body's natural defense against stupidity! " Does it work like garlic for Vampires does regarding MDF ? You know you all are not right don't you? The height was predicated on feedback from some who made stands for their tweeters. They certainly have not been tested but they look really cool. By the way regarding MDF. I have a picture to share tomorrow that may be disturbing to some and quite uplifting to others. I had to do a double take as we drove by this on the way to the Klipsch Secret Roy Delgado dungeon of audio doom. If it does not show up here look for it on the Cornwall thread. There goes Dave A again spewing wisdom that many don't realize IS wisdom! BTW, Dave thanks a bunch for helping me out on Thursday evening...I really appreciate it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaudeJ1 Posted October 19, 2019 Share Posted October 19, 2019 17 hours ago, Pete H said: Those look fantastic! I bet they would sound phenomenal if you made them out of premium MDF. Hmmmmmmm. Maybe he could do it for a slight discount, like $9, to the customer could afford to buy some paint to match the walls and make them "visually disappear" out of shame. LOL. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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