Newbie seeking DIY speakers for WE91A

[LetterBeacon]

Though not a newbie to electronics or tube circuits, I am a newbie when it comes to building speakers. I'm planning to building a tube amp based on the classic WE91A. Can anyone recommend a set of DIY speakers that would work well with this amp? ie. something that's highly efficient.

Preferably it would be a tried and tested design as this would be my first set of DIY speakers and so I would be learning as I go.

Thanks a lot!

 

[Pano]

What are your tastes in speakers? You've posted in Multi-Way so I assume you are looking for a 2 or way speaker.

You might check out the "Econowave" project here and on other forums (should be link in a thread here). A 12" woofer and a horn should be a good match for the WE91A. In a normal size room you'll have plenty of headroom.

 

[mikejennens]

Here are a few sites at which you'll be able to find some pretty efficient speakers or at least some plans and info. Plus, like Pano mentioned, the Econowaves have gotten some great press.

Pi Speakers - unmatched quality and state-of-the-art performance

CommonSense Audio

planet_10 hifi

Wild Burro Audio Labs - DIY Full Range Speakers

Have fun!
Mike

 

[ScottG]

Super-V

 

[tvrgeek]

I might suggest one of the PA driver mid-bass systems for their efficiency. You did not mention your availability to cabinet making tools. Good idea to pick one well tested, measured and commented on to make learning easier. There is a LOT to learn. Tube amps like a fairly easy load to drive. Do a little research on that before selecting. (A pair of 4 Ohm speakers in parallel is not a good idea)

Can't say SuperV looks like a first time project!

 

[LetterBeacon]

Thanks for the replies, lots to think about.

Good idea about getting a pre-made cabinet. I do have access to wood working tools, but I guess it's one less variable to mess up when I'm learning.

The Econowave project looks like a good one...