Core 2-Way - Build Tread

[MrkCrwly]

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Baffle routed for speakers. I will knock out the centers after the laminate is trimmed. I cut the speaker recesses 1/8" shy to allow me to route a little mdf when I trim the veneer. Intent is to minimize the possibility of veneer tearout. Not sure if it is a good idea but I dont see how it would hurt. Picked up some heavy polyester batting at JoAnn's to line the cabinet walls.

[Filius]

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The pictures will be a big help once I get started building, so thanks.

By the way, how do you like your Tritrix, soundwise? When you decided to build the Amigas/Cores, was it because of anything lacking in the Tritrix, or just the itch to do another project? I ask because I'm still not 100% decided on what to build, though leaning heavily toward the Amigas with your cab design.

[MrkCrwly]

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I love my TriTrix. It is pretty much a dedicated 5.1 home theater setup and I wanted a music system upstairs. I decided on the Core's (Amiga Family) because Paul said they had a "boutique" sound. (I figured anybody that can use french words to describe a speaker must know what he is doing.:D) Actually my reason for building the Core is I like the tall slender cabinet 2 way look. I was also considering Marty's elegant Coppers.
The TriTrix are an absolute bargain at $120 a pair. Just the other night my wife said that the TriTrix make Glee a must watch program. (OK that is a downside, but you get the point.)
So yes, I just had the itch.

[Filius]

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I agree on the look of the tall cabs with the 2-way drivers. I wanted a floorstander this time. Plus the fact that I have built Paul's OSMTMs and love their sound, and he says the Amigas sound similar (but presumably even better).

[MrkCrwly]

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Cabinet lined with $13 KMart twin size bed topper foam pad. It is probably better as a speaker liner than a bed topper.

Foam lining at top of cabinet.

View from inside of cabinet without baffle.

Baffle installed with biscuits and glue.

Cold press veneering of removable panel. Trying Titebond II. Put a thin coat on both the veneer and the cabinet using a autobody plastic spreader.

[marvin]

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............ I decided on the Core's (Amiga Family) because Paul said they had a "boutique" sound. (I figured anybody that can use french words to describe a speaker must know what he is doing.:D)

Ooooooh I'm not too sure french words are a valid qualifier for fine work........I can imagine many a speaker builder using french words during a build followed, of course, by the requisite "excuse my french":D

Wave guide or no, I find the design very attractive. Nice work!

[kmibb]

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Good point. I could probably get a "factory refurbished" bracelet on the cheap.

You'd better hope they did it properly, you wouldn't want the hologram in your bracelet to be matched to someone else's energy waves.

[Mayhem13]

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Coming along very nicely i must say! Really like the plinth cap too.

[MrkCrwly]

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Coming along very nicely i must say! Really like the plinth cap too.

Thanks. Plinth is the Merriam Webster word of the day.

[MrkCrwly]

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Veneering is now complete. This was my first veneer job and I am very pleased and shocked by how smooth it went. My method was very simple. I wet the paper backing of the veneer with a sponge and then spread a coat of Titebond II on it with a mini foam roller. I then spread Titebond II to the cabinet and placed the veneer. I placed 2-3/4" mdf cauls on top and clamped tight. I was surprised with how well the corners matched.

[Filius]

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Very nice. This is an excellent example of why I will never do a build thread.

[fastbike1]

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Nicely done, Mark, nicely done.

[PWR RYD]

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The veneer looks great! I'll have to try that sometime :eek:

[MrkCrwly]

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Thanks everyone. I appreciate the comments.
I learned an important tip last night. When drilling thru the cabinet that has foam on the back, don't drill into the foam. Especially when your drill is set to high speed going full tilt. It tried its darnest to pull the entire matress pad thru the 1/8" hole. I also learned how much harder it is to patch the foam inside thru a speaker hole than it was without a baffle. Gotta thank Undef for using a 7 incher on this design.

[Paul Carmody]

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Thanks everyone. I appreciate the comments.
I learned an important tip last night. When drilling thru the cabinet that has foam on the back, don't drill into the foam. Especially when your drill is set to high speed going full tilt. It tried its darnest to pull the entire matress pad thru the 1/8" hole.

Ha, yeah, done that many times. The worst was when I was drilling a hole into a cabinet that already had the crossover installed. The drill bit snagged the inductor, and unwound it to about half its value. D'oh!