So...Here is my thought.
I have a 2 way RS100-8 w/ DC28F on a 5000hz first order.
I really like the way they sound but obviously the bass is a little lacking.
My idea is to take a DA175 that I have on hand and put it in a 4th order bandpass enclosure to create an acoustic crossed helper woofer.
The RS100-8 will be enclosed in a 6" PVC pipe cap to create a .06 cuft enclosure behind it.
This models to make an acoustic crossover at about 110hz which is great for this little woofer.
The only question is should I connect the DA175 in Series or Parallel?
I'm thinking parallel since I have a 4Ω stable amplifier.
Any thoughts or recommendations?
I have a 2 way RS100-8 w/ DC28F on a 5000hz first order.
I really like the way they sound but obviously the bass is a little lacking.
My idea is to take a DA175 that I have on hand and put it in a 4th order bandpass enclosure to create an acoustic crossed helper woofer.
The RS100-8 will be enclosed in a 6" PVC pipe cap to create a .06 cuft enclosure behind it.
This models to make an acoustic crossover at about 110hz which is great for this little woofer.
The only question is should I connect the DA175 in Series or Parallel?
I'm thinking parallel since I have a 4Ω stable amplifier.
Any thoughts or recommendations?
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Definitely parallel. If you connect them in series, the frequency response of both will be a mess due to variations of the speaker's impedance with frequency.
Cool. Might work well.
One thing: are you sure the DA175 is an SPL match for the rest? I'm only asking because in the screenshot of WinISD, you're not viewing the system in absolute SPL...
If it's not an SPL match, an L-pad could fix it up.
One thing: are you sure the DA175 is an SPL match for the rest? I'm only asking because in the screenshot of WinISD, you're not viewing the system in absolute SPL...
If it's not an SPL match, an L-pad could fix it up.
yes, its been done before
even commercially
from what I know there will be a port ressonance higher up
could be dealt with by a smallish inductor
dont know if its 1khz, below or above ?
but I think it will be there
or can it be avoided completely, I dont know
even commercially
from what I know there will be a port ressonance higher up
could be dealt with by a smallish inductor
dont know if its 1khz, below or above ?
but I think it will be there
or can it be avoided completely, I dont know
just remember, your woofer should not have very low Qts
I think from minimum 0.3 and up to maybe just above 0.35
if lower it might work better in 6th. order
ach, Dayton Da175 with Qts of 0.58
big magnet, and still weak motor
not too good
put it in a BIG closed box 😉
probably cant be too big
you will then need xo, ofcourse 😱
I will probably be running a pair of LM4780's for 4 channels with two volume controls.
This will allow me to "Gain Match" the 3db lower DA175 to the RS100.
Also it will keep my LM4780's running a nice safe 8Ωish load.
An L-Pad will handle the higher sensitivity DC28F to match the RS100.
Worst case I will just turn the thing into a .95 cuft 2-Way with the 2500 LR2, the ports would be replaced for a 31hz tuning.
The rear of this cabinet will be removable.
I am currently gluing the cleats on to support the flush rear panel.
This will allow me to "Gain Match" the 3db lower DA175 to the RS100.
Also it will keep my LM4780's running a nice safe 8Ωish load.
An L-Pad will handle the higher sensitivity DC28F to match the RS100.
Worst case I will just turn the thing into a .95 cuft 2-Way with the 2500 LR2, the ports would be replaced for a 31hz tuning.
The rear of this cabinet will be removable.
I am currently gluing the cleats on to support the flush rear panel.
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looks like solid and good work 
Im sure you will get lots of bass 😀
btw, how does the sim look ?
the previously shown sim appeared to be with a different driver(RS100) 😕
Im sure you will get lots of bass 😀
btw, how does the sim look ?
the previously shown sim appeared to be with a different driver(RS100) 😕
The sim on the first post shows the DA175 in BP4 w/ an RS100 in a .87 QTC Sealed sub-enclosure. I will hopefully have the first one ready to test today.
Since this is very experimental I am building just one to begin with.
I have both chassis built but I will not flush mount the front drivers until after testing.
If testing goes well I will cut off the front baffle and install a new one with chamfers.
Once that is complete I will apply my raw Afromosia Qtd veneer and then flush mount the drivers.
If testing does not go well I will replace the baffle and create a 2-Way with the DA175 following the alignment from Zaph's BAMTM design.
I have a friend that will come over to run a few passes w/ REW to get some measurements.
Since this is very experimental I am building just one to begin with.
I have both chassis built but I will not flush mount the front drivers until after testing.
If testing goes well I will cut off the front baffle and install a new one with chamfers.
Once that is complete I will apply my raw Afromosia Qtd veneer and then flush mount the drivers.
If testing does not go well I will replace the baffle and create a 2-Way with the DA175 following the alignment from Zaph's BAMTM design.
I have a friend that will come over to run a few passes w/ REW to get some measurements.
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really
surpricing to see a 0.58 Qts driver looking that good in 4th. order bandpass
wonder what the secret is
will be interesting to hear the result
I just finished my front baffle and once the glue on the internal brace is finished then I will get the parts installed and test it out.
Initial Thoughts
The bass is there and the ports are moving an insane amount of air.
I'm wondering if the two 1.05" ports are not choking the woofer.
The bass is not very loud compared to the other drivers (I figured I'd find that).
The RS100 is still reaching X-Max when cranked even though it is in a .065 cu. ft. sealed enclosure....I have a pair of 250uf NPE's that might solve that.
The biggest problem I have with it is the bass lacks punch and definition.
I may just resort to Plan B and build a 2-Way with the DA175 & DC28F.
???Any Thoughts???
The bass is there and the ports are moving an insane amount of air.
I'm wondering if the two 1.05" ports are not choking the woofer.
The bass is not very loud compared to the other drivers (I figured I'd find that).
The RS100 is still reaching X-Max when cranked even though it is in a .065 cu. ft. sealed enclosure....I have a pair of 250uf NPE's that might solve that.
The biggest problem I have with it is the bass lacks punch and definition.
I may just resort to Plan B and build a 2-Way with the DA175 & DC28F.
???Any Thoughts???
the punch is above of your sub frequency(DA175), and still left to be handled by your even smaller RS100
close the box, and try 3way active
doesnt have to complicated, or expencive
but much more flexible for 'future fun' 😀
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