BK-16 and Audio Nirvana Super 6.5

whitelabrat · 11th September 2007, 02:28 AM

I couldn't wait to finish the other cabinent so I put in my Audio Nirvana Super 6.5 into the one BK-16 cabinent that I bought from madisound. Wow. Fantastic!

I originally had the ans6.5's in weeny monitor size cabs. No bass at all. The BK-16's have a nice balanced sound. Now I need to finish the other cab, stain, and varnish. I'll report back with tests on my other amps once I get the other one finished.

Initial thoughts. The ans6.5 need more high end with Death Cab for Cutie's Transatlanticism SACD. A super tweeter would be a good idea. Otherwise they sound excellent as-is with Miles Smiles and the Bongos Bongos Bongos LP.

ranaya · 11th September 2007, 08:23 PM

Looks nice.

Where did you find the plans for your enclosure?

whitelabrat · 11th September 2007, 08:28 PM

I'm not sure exactly where the plans are from. I got the flat pack from Madisound. I figure after I buy all the cutting tools needed, wood, and extra wood cause I messed up, it would be about the same as the flat pack. I would guess a bench saw and a router would be minimal tools to do this from scratch.

http://www.madisound.com/bk16.html

whitelabrat · 12th October 2007, 03:14 AM

Finished finally!

whitelabrat · 12th October 2007, 03:20 AM

My listening setup in the picture above:

Marantz 8b
Glassware stepped attenuator (on top of the Marantz)
Lite Audio LS7b preamp
Rega P3 w/ DIY opamp phono preamp
Forty buck Sony SACD player

Impressions:

The bass won't blow you away, but it is sufficient. They really showcase the Marantz's mid's. I'm sure they're far from perfect, but I haven't ever heard better!

rcdaniel · 12th October 2007, 07:15 AM

Congratulations. Those look nice and produce the tunes to your liking as well. A winner all round!.

Cheers
Raymond

whitelabrat · 12th October 2007, 01:04 PM

My next act will be to find a way to protect the drivers from little fingers, crayons, and bananas. Metal grills would be most effective for cost and ruggedness, but will probably effect the sound in a bad way. Cloth grills would be nice, but would likely have a 3hr lifespan around toddlers. For now I have to truck them back and forth from a safe place. I may try placing them upside down on top of the entertainment console.

11th September 2007, 02:28 AM	#1
whitelabrat diyAudio Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Maryland	BK-16 and Audio Nirvana Super 6.5 I couldn't wait to finish the other cabinent so I put in my Audio Nirvana Super 6.5 into the one BK-16 cabinent that I bought from madisound. Wow. Fantastic! I originally had the ans6.5's in weeny monitor size cabs. No bass at all. The BK-16's have a nice balanced sound. Now I need to finish the other cab, stain, and varnish. I'll report back with tests on my other amps once I get the other one finished. Initial thoughts. The ans6.5 need more high end with Death Cab for Cutie's Transatlanticism SACD. A super tweeter would be a good idea. Otherwise they sound excellent as-is with Miles Smiles and the Bongos Bongos Bongos LP.

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
audio nirvana super 10 or super 12	tonytex	Full Range	11	4th September 2011 10:55 PM
giant BIB audio nirvana super 8	nirvana	Full Range	26	19th July 2010 10:46 AM
Audio Nirvana super 8	nirvana	Full Range	10	19th July 2010 10:07 AM
Best enclosure for Audio Nirvana Super 8	art_ok	Full Range	2	28th June 2007 06:52 PM
audio nirvana super 8	cascadeguy	Full Range	21	25th March 2007 03:11 PM

New To Site?	Need Help?
Register to Participate Search Privacy Statement Contact Us	Frequently Asked Questions Did you forget your password? Mark Forums Read


	Please consider donating to help us continue to serve you. Ads on/off / Custom Title / More PMs / More album space / Advanced printing & mass image saving

11th September 2007, 08:23 PM	#2
ranaya diyAudio Member Join Date: Jun 2006	Looks nice. Where did you find the plans for your enclosure?

11th September 2007, 08:28 PM	#3
whitelabrat diyAudio Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Maryland	I'm not sure exactly where the plans are from. I got the flat pack from Madisound. I figure after I buy all the cutting tools needed, wood, and extra wood cause I messed up, it would be about the same as the flat pack. I would guess a bench saw and a router would be minimal tools to do this from scratch. http://www.madisound.com/bk16.html

12th October 2007, 03:20 AM	#5
whitelabrat diyAudio Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Maryland	My listening setup in the picture above: Marantz 8b Glassware stepped attenuator (on top of the Marantz) Lite Audio LS7b preamp Rega P3 w/ DIY opamp phono preamp Forty buck Sony SACD player Impressions: The bass won't blow you away, but it is sufficient. They really showcase the Marantz's mid's. I'm sure they're far from perfect, but I haven't ever heard better!

12th October 2007, 07:15 AM	#6
rcdaniel diyAudio Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: BrisVegas	Congratulations. Those look nice and produce the tunes to your liking as well. A winner all round!. Cheers Raymond

12th October 2007, 01:04 PM	#7
whitelabrat diyAudio Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Maryland	My next act will be to find a way to protect the drivers from little fingers, crayons, and bananas. Metal grills would be most effective for cost and ruggedness, but will probably effect the sound in a bad way. Cloth grills would be nice, but would likely have a 3hr lifespan around toddlers. For now I have to truck them back and forth from a safe place. I may try placing them upside down on top of the entertainment console.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)