Upgrade the TriTrix Drivers?

[G Star]

Hey guys,

This forum is awesome, i've gotten tons of great info here so far...and I think i'm ready to take the plunge, buy the tritrix kit

My "problem" is that I'm using a 200w/ch@8ohm amp, and the word i've gathered is that the Tritrix is designed for somewhere closer to 60w rms. Any suggestions on upgrading the drivers?

Any specific driver choices? Any help appreciated

I would like to still use the knock down cab if possible, make that part easier

[fastbike1]

It's not a problem and it doesn't work like that. You will be able to play the Tritrix plenty loud without clipping your amp.

If you change the drivers, it's not the Tritrix anymore. You will need a different crossover and perhaps a different cabinet. Might as well start with a different design from the beginning.

Take a look at this one if you're worried that your amp might be "too much". http://techtalk.parts-express.com/showthread.php?t=219023

[generic]

You can have a amp that is rated for more then the speakers. Just don't over drive them.

Some crazy folks on audio forums talked me in to getting a 300W Crown amp for my speakers and I'm so glad they did. I don't so much listen to anything louder then I did before, but everything just sounds cleaner and has a greater range. A cool amp that is never driven hard is a happy amp. I suppose I could damage my speakers before the clip warning light came on, but so far, I haven't pushed or tested anything. I just listen like I normally do.

Just use common sense.

[G Star]

It's not a problem and it doesn't work like that. You will be able to play the Tritrix plenty loud without clipping your amp.

If you change the drivers, it's not the Tritrix anymore. You will need a different crossover and perhaps a different cabinet. Might as well start with a different design from the beginning.

Take a look at this one if you're worried that your amp might be "too much". http://techtalk.parts-express.com/showthread.php?t=219023

Thanks for the advice. I agree that it would no longer be the tritrix, so I guess I should go ahead and give some backgroung.

A couple years ago a friend worked at a big box store and got me a great deal on a Definitive Technology set up.

We're now a couple years on, and instead of plowing down 2k/tower for my next stereo pair, I want to give building a shot.

I really like the 5.25" drivers i have now and I would like to stick with the same driver size, hence why I wanted to try the tritrix.

Everything is powered by Kenwood Basic Amps that i've collected over the years. I'm not looking for enormous sound, just big :D

Ideally i would like either an MTM or TMMM configuration.

Can anybody point me in the right direction or where to get some plans?

Thanks for any help

[jettore]

The aviatrix might interest you.
http://techtalk.parts-express.com/showthread.php?t=216432&highlight=aviatrix

[dwigle]

Thanks for the advice. I agree that it would no longer be the tritrix, so I guess I should go ahead and give some backgroung.

A couple years ago a friend worked at a big box store and got me a great deal on a Definitive Technology set up.

We're now a couple years on, and instead of plowing down 2k/tower for my next stereo pair, I want to give building a shot.

I really like the 5.25" drivers i have now and I would like to stick with the same driver size, hence why I wanted to try the tritrix.

Everything is powered by Kenwood Basic Amps that i've collected over the years. I'm not looking for enormous sound, just big :D

Ideally i would like either an MTM or TMMM configuration.

Can anybody point me in the right direction or where to get some plans?

Thanks for any help

There is nothing inherently special about a driver of a particular size. The quality of the system is determined by the combination of drivers and the crossover used to integrate them.

A better approach is to tell us more about your intended application. What kind of music to you listen to, what is the source, how loud, room size? Where in the room will you place the speakers - up against the wall or can place them a few feet away from the rear and side walls.

Do you want a full range system in a single cabinet or a limited range speaker with subs to fill in the bottom octave? Price range?

Also, what are your building skills? Do you want to build your own cabinets or use some of the very good quality pre-made cabs PE offers. Or flatpacks.

There is a wealth of knowledge on this forum. With this information some of the contributors can suggest proven designs that will satisfy your requirements.

welcome to the addiction.

[G Star]

There is nothing inherently special about a driver of a particular size. The quality of the system is determined by the combination of drivers and the crossover used to integrate them.

A better approach is to tell us more about your intended application. What kind of music to you listen to, what is the source, how loud, room size? Where in the room will you place the speakers - up against the wall or can place them a few feet away from the rear and side walls.

Do you want a full range system in a single cabinet or a limited range speaker with subs to fill in the bottom octave? Price range?

Also, what are your building skills? Do you want to build your own cabinets or use some of the very good quality pre-made cabs PE offers. Or flatpacks.

There is a wealth of knowledge on this forum. With this information some of the contributors can suggest proven designs that will satisfy your requirements.

welcome to the addiction.

I mostly listen Electronic/Dance Music and Jazz, Hip Hop and Rock

Sources include a Pioneer Elite DV-48 SACD/DVD player and a PS3 i use for streaming off my pc.


These speakers would have to do double-duty as very solid home theater mains as well. They will be placed in a pretty open room (the main common area of my house) approx 12'x15' and near the center of the room, close to the screen (it's really hard to explain, but this is the only way s#&t fits) I would like a tower design, something both visually attractive and sonically impressive.

I was originally thinking of a 2 way speaker because i have 2 Def Tech ProSub 1000 's. Each are 300w 10" with passive radiators. I am definitely open to 3 way designs that could eliminate or add to the current sub setup i have.

My price range for the project is hopefully around or under 1k for the pair. That being said, i'm open to ideas...:D

I have a good friend who is a professional wood craftsman, so cabinets are thankfully not a huge issue given the right plans. On the other hand, if there's a great tower kit i should look at, by all means post the link!

[evilskillit]

With a budget that high there are tons of choices. I'll throw out what I'm using currently. This design is a few years old but its beautiful in its simplicity, great mid range, can play ridiculously loud and while able to play low, integrates excellently with subs. Cost will land between $600 and $800 depending on a lot of little things.

http://www.zaphaudio.com/Waveguidetmm.html

That is just one of many options for you.

[kmibb]

With a $1000 budget I would suggest the Mini Statements, which were designed by the same guy who designed the TriTrix, Curt C. Here is a link to the Mini Statements and Curt's other designs

http://www.speakerdesignworks.com/MiniStatements.html

http://www.speakerdesignworks.com/index_page_2.html

Kevin