Hello All,
Just to briefly introduce myself, I’m currently living in the UK, but have also lived in Europe. I’m a screenwriter and film-maker by profession and have been passionate about audio since my early teens.
After moving on from my Dad’s simple all-in-one record player and speakers in the 70’s, by the early 80s I had my first hi-fi, which was a Dual CS505mkii turntable, Denon PMA-250 amp and Monitor Audio RS252 speakers. I thought it sounding fantastic and I’ve never looked back!
I’ve since run everything from full analogue to high end digital, including DSP speakers, full surround systems and purist 2-channel setups. I’ve spent thousands on cables (and would not do so again!) and learned more than I need to know about room modes!
My first “DIY” projects were building a solid state amp from a kit, and removing balance pots (replaced with suitable resistors) from a Naim preamp.
I’m now interested in taking matters into my own hands by building some valve amp (and preamp) kits and making my own speakers. For the learning and fun, and to try and get a sound I love even more.
All the best.
Just to briefly introduce myself, I’m currently living in the UK, but have also lived in Europe. I’m a screenwriter and film-maker by profession and have been passionate about audio since my early teens.
After moving on from my Dad’s simple all-in-one record player and speakers in the 70’s, by the early 80s I had my first hi-fi, which was a Dual CS505mkii turntable, Denon PMA-250 amp and Monitor Audio RS252 speakers. I thought it sounding fantastic and I’ve never looked back!
I’ve since run everything from full analogue to high end digital, including DSP speakers, full surround systems and purist 2-channel setups. I’ve spent thousands on cables (and would not do so again!) and learned more than I need to know about room modes!
My first “DIY” projects were building a solid state amp from a kit, and removing balance pots (replaced with suitable resistors) from a Naim preamp.
I’m now interested in taking matters into my own hands by building some valve amp (and preamp) kits and making my own speakers. For the learning and fun, and to try and get a sound I love even more.
All the best.
I am a fan of diy metal foil sandwiched fullramge drivers for another type of audio listening experience. Here Fane fullranges I can recommend
here some use "only" with dsp eq
https://www.audiosciencereview.com/...full-range-speaker-based-project.39025/page-6
also search for tuning bp115a where I describe what tweaks I apply to loudspeakers
The drivers are ready. Will see if I manage to install them and make measurements.
Aluminized small double cone with thin foil from the goldsmith.
Aluminized small double cone with thin foil from the goldsmith.
here some use "only" with dsp eq
https://www.audiosciencereview.com/...full-range-speaker-based-project.39025/page-6
also search for tuning bp115a where I describe what tweaks I apply to loudspeakers
Thanks!
Yeah, those definitely look different - first thread and already something I’ve never seen before 👍🏻
I’ve always been drawn to paper midrange and bass drivers and soft dome, silk, tweeters, but I’d love to hear a pair of these sometime.
I’m going to steer away from DSP, I’ve been using them for years now and fancy a more traditional approach.
I’ve been hugely impressed with the sound quality of Audio Note gear at shows, and my current interest is in low powered valve amps with high efficiency speakers.
Yeah, those definitely look different - first thread and already something I’ve never seen before 👍🏻
I’ve always been drawn to paper midrange and bass drivers and soft dome, silk, tweeters, but I’d love to hear a pair of these sometime.
I’m going to steer away from DSP, I’ve been using them for years now and fancy a more traditional approach.
I’ve been hugely impressed with the sound quality of Audio Note gear at shows, and my current interest is in low powered valve amps with high efficiency speakers.
@JamieW
Nelson Pass made a nice adjustable universal filter for fullranges
Nelson Pass made a nice adjustable universal filter for fullranges
I am happy to present you with a project that I did 5 years ago which has served me well since.
- The Equalizer for Full Range Speakers Essentials Kit is available in the diyAudio Store.
Thanks, this is very cool.@JamieW
Nelson Pass made a nice adjustable universal filter for fullranges
I am happy to present you with a project that I did 5 years ago which has served me well since.
- The Equalizer for Full Range Speakers Essentials Kit is available in the diyAudio Store.
Are you aware of Skunkie Designs on YouTube? He's currently doing a series of step-by-step vids of a Dynaco ST70 kit build. Shipping from the 'States is obviously a potential issue, as with the more ambitious ANK amp kits. The latter were originally linked to Audio Note but no longer have any connection as far as I know. Be warned: it can become a habit that's hard to shake off.