These guys do high metal content filament - where the plastic is essentially burned-out in an oven after printing. Like most prints though, you probably have to do at least 2 prints (or a partial and final) to get the dimensions correct.
Metal 3D Printing-The Virtual Foundry
Most others out there have less metal and don't use a "burn-out" method for finishing (..as in: they continue to have a fair amount of plastic binder).
PETG Copper/Brass/Bronze filament:
EU Available Stronghero3D PETG 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm Net Weight 1kg Accuracy +/-0.05mm for A8 Cr10 Ender3
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Noamgeller,
I took a look at the other YT video you posted, and really your good at woodworking!
There is a question i have: Wesayso pointed to 2000hours of work on Olympians box. How much time have you spent on the different loudspeakers you exposed in the YT chanel? The two way, curved box and the Next4?
Thank you for the singer's name.
I took a look at the other YT video you posted, and really your good at woodworking!
There is a question i have: Wesayso pointed to 2000hours of work on Olympians box. How much time have you spent on the different loudspeakers you exposed in the YT chanel? The two way, curved box and the Next4?
Thank you for the singer's name.
Thanks Krivium for the compliment!
All those projects were very tedious... the magico mini was the worst.
Time wise is very hard to tell since I always worked on weekends (having two kids-time was and is precious).
If I had to guess, it would be around 200-300hours per project. not counting the thinking about it hours 😀
2000 hours of labor written by the Living voice company is probably very exaggerated indeed. I would guess more like 2 month of solid work+1 month for the finishing work. the veneer and finishing (lacquer) being the most tedious process and time consuming. But that's only a guess...
I am still on the hunt for more ideas... (visual wise) and 6moons is such a good resource of good photos...
6moons industry features: Living Voice Vox Olympian
6moons industry features: Living Voice Vox Olympian
I think the aesthetic is a bit over-done (..not fond of the glossy look and especially the painted waveguide), but here is another:
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I am also slowly giving up on the glossy look. Too much work ändern way too bling/fancy. Thinking of going deep matt when the time comes.
I'd pay attention to making a nice grill. As the proportions and placing of the various components on 'The Loudspeaker 1' don't really look that attractive to me...
A bit unbalanced perhaps...
A bit unbalanced perhaps...
The front is so difficult (no clue how to make it pretty) that I kind of deserted it while sketching... finding myself concentrating much more on the rear. Which is turning out nicely. a combination of Wilson audio and well something else.
I am thinking of using Makassar veneer but I'm open for suggestions!
I am thinking of using Makassar veneer but I'm open for suggestions!
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And in Walnut Veneer. the middle triangle Kammer would be for the crossover components. probably covered with glass. Spending so much on caps and then hide them inside? nope. Either show them, or hang them on the Christmas tree.
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Going for the fridge I guess, but why did you pick The Loudspeaker I from Troels G? Have you heard it? Or interpreted the measurements? Have you compared it to other designs?
Hi, Makassar is my favorite kind of wood in the your example but i must admit i'm biased as a Warwick's bass owner ( they mainly used wenge for their neck and sometimes body).
And overall i prefer darker wood.
But... i must confess i've seen some incredible looking wood instruments during my studio days. The finish some brands are able to give can be gorgeous ( PRS guitars but others makers too).
Eg:
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I've seen one custom 24 with the same kind of striped wood but a black to white burst ( like the traditional 'sunburst' but from black on the exterior to white transparent in the center with just enough transparency to see the wood stripe all over) which was just incredible as not this dark overall!
One of my high school's friend turned out to be a very fine luthier and in the dark theme i liked this Rickenbakker's inspired bass finish a lot ( Rottenbaker model):
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sou...Q8g16BAgZEAA&usg=AOvVaw3N75wmOjR_aLYeVYmfix2z
And overall i prefer darker wood.
But... i must confess i've seen some incredible looking wood instruments during my studio days. The finish some brands are able to give can be gorgeous ( PRS guitars but others makers too).
Eg:
Please Wait... | Cloudflare
I've seen one custom 24 with the same kind of striped wood but a black to white burst ( like the traditional 'sunburst' but from black on the exterior to white transparent in the center with just enough transparency to see the wood stripe all over) which was just incredible as not this dark overall!
One of my high school's friend turned out to be a very fine luthier and in the dark theme i liked this Rickenbakker's inspired bass finish a lot ( Rottenbaker model):
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sou...Q8g16BAgZEAA&usg=AOvVaw3N75wmOjR_aLYeVYmfix2z
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I’m having a real hard time with this one trying to make the industrial “PA” style touring box (albeit, crafted of nice wood and finish) that TG designed to be an easy on the eyes box. It’s just too stout and big visually for me. He has so many other designs, are you really that married to this one? IMO, Mbrennwa’s OSMC looks better and has just as good of performance if not better. Plus, crossover plans are free. Proportions are just more eye pleasing. I hate the name though.
TG’s TLS-1:
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Mbrennwa’s OSMC:
I think there is some “golden rectangle” effect here that makes the LS-1 look less pleasing. With a grille maybe it’s less of an issue but a home statement speaker should look good with plain drivers exposed.
TG’s TLS-1:
Vs.
Mbrennwa’s OSMC:
I think there is some “golden rectangle” effect here that makes the LS-1 look less pleasing. With a grille maybe it’s less of an issue but a home statement speaker should look good with plain drivers exposed.
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Tony Gee's Galactica seems more of a challenge to a woodworker to me. And looks a lot better. Even his box-like Calpamos has more charm. Alexander Gresler is working on or has finished his Kaventsmann, I'm pretty sure that design will perform very well and has better looks. But you'll have to contact him for details, he has restricted access to the design.
one more quick sketch.
i would divide the huge front panel vertically to make it less "impressive".
i would handle the rectangular front as a graphic design.
the "polygons" in my sketch could be very very slight bevels, but visible due to different reflection of light. and of course the grille, as the main graphic element...
i would furthermore not stick to a strict symmetrical design, following the asymmetrical driver layout.
just my two architect's pennies.
i would divide the huge front panel vertically to make it less "impressive".
i would handle the rectangular front as a graphic design.
the "polygons" in my sketch could be very very slight bevels, but visible due to different reflection of light. and of course the grille, as the main graphic element...
i would furthermore not stick to a strict symmetrical design, following the asymmetrical driver layout.
just my two architect's pennies.
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I like what you did Stv! An architect’s eyes definitely makes a difference. Thank you for sharing.
Hello guys, thanks for writing. Mark, the Answer for your question is No. Here are my main points for going for the TL1:
- I have spent the last 6 years listening to Troels design... I had the Amish, Flex, Cnomk2, Cno2.5, and the Next4. All excellent speaker, regardless of price.
So, naturally I have developed a certain trust to his designs. I have Followed Tony's work through the years but haven't tried yet anything of his designs. The Andromeda is for me out of the question...
-After 5 years of using Seas Nextel drivers I need a change. The obvious route for me was to build the CNO4 CNO-4 but I decided that it is time for a different cup of coffee all together.
That's why the concept of high efficiency (relativ), Paper cones (my favorite) and similar design concept of the Living Voice vox (amazing speaker) sounds like an excellent choice. His best Speaker in his opinion to date? that's enough of a reason for me!
-Cones: Optics!....... But as we see. there are some creative minds in this forum. I am sure we can tackle this slight (big) obstacle. Moreover tastes differ... My wife want the brightest veneer possible. I tend to Walnut, Krivium Likes Makassar. Can't please everyone!
-Let's not forget the Price! I bought the drivers second hand, almost all of them. and one could go for the less pricy crossover option. So for about 4-5k you get an insane speaker.
-last but not least, if your still not a believer check the next picture 😀 comparing the what seems big to me 10inch seas Nextel to the mighty 18inch BMS. Holy F##QK!
