The 'Perfect' Box

wiredmonkey · 12th May 2008, 02:52 AM

Hi all,

As some of you probably know by my constant threads I'm in the process of building my first set of speakers so I will probably ask a fair few 'dumb' questions before I can actually contribute to the forum in a helpful way!

Anyhoo, With the following parts and criteria, what enclosure would be suitable

- First box and beginner woodwork skills though I have quite a few tools to use.

- I enjoy clear acoustic and vocal music... I love flamenco guitar.

- Drivers are P13WH-00-08 and D26TG tweeter

- Would prefer mid bookshelf size on stands and will be located in open plan lounge room with a listening distance about 3 metres away

Thanks in advance

zigzagflux · 12th May 2008, 03:43 AM

Nice drivers.

http://www.nutshellhifi.com/ME2txt.html#me2

wiredmonkey · 12th May 2008, 05:31 AM

Thanks, I read so much about those drivers (p13's) I had to quickly snatch them up before they disappeared!

AMV8 · 12th May 2008, 01:00 PM

Hi
I would try building the Wilson Watt clones. There is a web site giving details of them and also a number of comments on this site. I have been using speakers based upon this design for years and have enjoyed the clean presentation this design provides. I would build the cabinet as rigid as possible to minimise distortion in the mid range.
Don

wiredmonkey · 12th May 2008, 01:43 PM

On the topic of rigidity, where, in Melbourne (Australia) would I find some thick MDF - Bunnings goes up to 16mm but I assume the thicker the better? Any locals know? cheers!

gainphile · 12th May 2008, 01:47 PM

Mitre10 sells 18mm MDF.

And this this what I think the best box for P13WH

... don't imprison it

Gotta love 'em.. running well with no crossover!

... and if you still want a box have a look at esquire etc.

http://gainphile.blogspot.com/2008/0...8-midbass.html

I am also building a Pluto and will see how P13WH performs on it!

wiredmonkey · 13th May 2008, 12:17 AM

That looks fantastic! However, for my lounge room I think those Esquire speakers would fit perfectly. Next project - my study - I think I might have to hassle you for your design

12th May 2008, 02:52 AM	#1
wiredmonkey diyAudio Member Join Date: Dec 2006	The 'Perfect' Box Hi all, As some of you probably know by my constant threads I'm in the process of building my first set of speakers so I will probably ask a fair few 'dumb' questions before I can actually contribute to the forum in a helpful way! Anyhoo, With the following parts and criteria, what enclosure would be suitable - First box and beginner woodwork skills though I have quite a few tools to use. - I enjoy clear acoustic and vocal music... I love flamenco guitar. - Drivers are P13WH-00-08 and D26TG tweeter - Would prefer mid bookshelf size on stands and will be located in open plan lounge room with a listening distance about 3 metres away Thanks in advance

12th May 2008, 01:47 PM	#6
gainphile diyAudio Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne the sunny city!	Mitre10 sells 18mm MDF. And this this what I think the best box for P13WH ... don't imprison it Gotta love 'em.. running well with no crossover! ... and if you still want a box have a look at esquire etc. http://gainphile.blogspot.com/2008/0...8-midbass.html I am also building a Pluto and will see how P13WH performs on it! __________________ http://gainphile.blogspot.com

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12th May 2008, 03:43 AM	#2
zigzagflux diyAudio Member Join Date: Oct 2006	Nice drivers. http://www.nutshellhifi.com/ME2txt.html#me2

12th May 2008, 05:31 AM	#3
wiredmonkey diyAudio Member Join Date: Dec 2006	Thanks, I read so much about those drivers (p13's) I had to quickly snatch them up before they disappeared!

12th May 2008, 01:00 PM	#4
AMV8 diyAudio Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: near london	Hi I would try building the Wilson Watt clones. There is a web site giving details of them and also a number of comments on this site. I have been using speakers based upon this design for years and have enjoyed the clean presentation this design provides. I would build the cabinet as rigid as possible to minimise distortion in the mid range. Don

12th May 2008, 01:43 PM	#5
wiredmonkey diyAudio Member Join Date: Dec 2006	On the topic of rigidity, where, in Melbourne (Australia) would I find some thick MDF - Bunnings goes up to 16mm but I assume the thicker the better? Any locals know? cheers!

13th May 2008, 12:17 AM	#7
wiredmonkey diyAudio Member Join Date: Dec 2006	That looks fantastic! However, for my lounge room I think those Esquire speakers would fit perfectly. Next project - my study - I think I might have to hassle you for your design

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