Altec 614 cabinet for 12" Celestion?

[tdogzthmn]

I own a pair of Celestion K12H-200TC drivers and want to figure out a good cabinet for them.

Celestion K12H-200TC 12" 200 Watt Full Range Professional Woofer Driver 8 Ohm

The Altec 614 was also intended for a 12" driver and I'm wondering if that would be a good match for my drivers. I really dig the old school looks of the Altec cabinet and have seen some plans online that I can hang off to a local cabinet maker.

Any input is appreciated!

 

[freddi]

I'll make a guess that the 614 with its Fb of ~55Hz (noted in Altec paper below) and for ~ flat response, probably would need to be tuned lower (by appropriate extension of its vent depth) - it might sound fine with stock tuning - you could try that first then experiment with temporarily extending the vent depth with cardboard and duct tape.

http://alteclansingunofficial.nlene...letters/AN-5_CustomizingAltecLFEnclosures.pdf

the Karlsonator12 should work - you may not like its looks. Built to plans, Fb is about 37Hz. xrk971 or GregB probably have ideas on how to tune it a bit higher if needed.

Karlsonator 12 with Beta 12LTA - and a helper tweeter on top

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xy9CCErrew

 

[tdogzthmn]

Thanks for the input freddi

My knowledge related to the mechanics of speaker enclosures is very limited but I enjoy learning more about the subject.

I have seen the Karlsonator12 before and will say its interesting but not the look I'd want.

I would be comfortable playing with the port depth of a 614 cab. Also found this kit from a german speaker magazine that looks interesting.

Strassacker: Speaker Building, Components

 

[norman bates]

From what I've read, you will need a rugged super-tweet for that driver.