DIY Bookshelf 2-way speakers

[IBcivic]

I have some SB Acoustics drivers, that I have been hoarding and decided to build myself some sweet sounding bookshelf speakers.
Since this is my first time building my first X-overs, I decided to use a proven design that is available from Meniscus in a kit form. I e-mailed Mark and asked if I could just buy the x-over parts, separately, since I already had the drivers that were included in the speaker kit.

[IBcivic]

The drivers in question are the following.

http://www.sbacoustics.com/index.php...29rdnc-c000-4/



http://meniscusaudio.com/images/SB17NRX35-8-UC.pdf



As soon as I get the enclosures done, I'll post some more pics.

[SublimeZ]

Sweet!. What are your cab ideas?

[IBcivic]

I will be using the parameters around which the x-over was designed.
The cab is going to have an internal volume of 15.5 liters, ported. (2"id x 8" long)

[BigAl205]

How much do you think it would cost for somebody to duplicate this project?

[SublimeZ]

I will be using the parameters around which the x-over was designed.
The cab is going to have an internal volume of 15.5 liters, ported. (2"id x 8" long)

Nice, but was more interested in materials. Assumed you would model them.

[IBcivic]

The final enclosure design, is still in the air.
I may try to fab something with curves, rather than a traditional box.

[IBcivic]

$80 for the x-over parts, the woofers are $65 each, tweeters are $55 each . Or you could by it in kit form from Meniscus for $357(enclosure not included) http://meniscusaudio.com/mandolin-pair-p-1244.html

[TheBaronGroog]

Nice, about to start on my 1st HA project, little more adventurous*: 3-way floor standers using mid and a ribbon/tweeter, TQWT enclosure and then a sub woofer T-TQWT. I decided to go active with my set up, largely because I cannot get crossover parts as easily in the UK, my soldering skills suck and I can cheat a lot with miniDSP (when funds allow, a little more basic active crossover for the moment). Scored a Sonance Sonamp 12ch on ebay for £150-retails at £1500 over here-30wpc@8ohm or 45@4ohm or bridgeable pairs.

So, I look forward to seeing your build progress and hope I can pick up some tips along the way!



*STUPID

[IBcivic]

Sorry I haven't had time to work on this project...my StreetFighter bike project is tying up my spare time.

Not in the mood for F-Ging or breathing MDF so I just ordered a pair of enclosures from P-E. I will update as soon as they arrive.