Firstwatt DIY in same box B5, ACA, new Pre amp?

[jonparkhurst]

As we get to the new DIY kits coming out and thinking of new monstrosities, is it possible (or just dumb) to think of an effiencet way to put a OB xo (B5), ACA or other, and a B1 w/ gain in the same enclosure?

Can I use the same linear ps inside? Would this cause more issues than good.

Thoughts?


P

 

[vdi_nenna]

There are advantages to separate components.

No reason why you can combine all in one box.
Remember you will need 4 channels of ACAs.
First get all the components before settling on a chassis.
Shoehorning boards into a case after the fact is not fun.

 

[jonparkhurst]

I would need two ACA why? I missed something..


Nevermind.. I see it now.... duh

 

[vdi_nenna]

you said you were using the B5. It's a 2-way crossover.
Unless you are listening to mono, you will need 4 channels.

 

[jonparkhurst]

yes, four out of b5 need a high and low freq amp.

Yup...

 

[adason]

ACA is great for mids and tweeters, but will likely fail to power OB woofers.
(I use ACA to power my he1000 v2 headphones, the best headphones amp I heard)
Better use some powerful class AB amp for woofers. Even lm3886 would do.

 

[jonparkhurst]

I'll just use the b5 out to a orca and your right have to use my sub amp I have now for the ob 15s.