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[Crossie]

I have just ordered some new speakers and the wait for them is driving me mad. How have other upgraders coped at this difficult time? Please help.

I am not allowed alcohol due to medication!

Thanks, Crossie.

 

[Anonymous]

Firstly, wha I recommend whilst waiting that you listen to music on a really crabby old tinny mini system, then when you do finally get your new babies they will sound sublime!

 

[Anonymous]

Hi Crossie,

what level of expertise do you need to construct the Wilmslow speakers?

 

[Crossie]

My current speakers are Wilmslow pheonix (DIY stand mounters based on Scanspeak drivers) I am adding a pair of bespoke bass extender cabinets with a pair of Volt 10" drivers and new 3 way crossovers. Can't wait to put it all together.

 

[Crossie]

They are relatively easy to do if you have some basic tools and a deal of patience. The cabinets really look the business if you take time to finish them well. Here is my current speaker set up:

I am going to replace the stands with cabinets holding the 10" volts and new crossovers to make the speakers 3 way, a little bit like Wilson Watt puppies but at a fraction of the price.

 

[brendonw]

Find something else to keep you busy!!!!

 

[Alec]

I have just ordered some new speakers and the wait for them is driving me mad. How have other upgraders coped at this difficult time? Please help.

I am not allowed alcohol due to medication!

Thanks, Crossie.

Um...I'm very sure they've not taken to drink.

 

[shooter]

I am adding a pair of bespoke bass extender cabinets with a pair of Volt 10" drivers and new 3 way crossovers. Can't wait to put it all together.

Sounds interesting, what frequency is the crossover?

 

[Crossie]

To be honest I don't know the crossover frequencies - Wilmslow Audio are designing them for me. I will find out and let you know.

 

[busb]

Smoke some pot then even the kettle boiling will sound wonderful!

 

[audioaffair]

For a moment I thought your floor might be askew until I realised you posted 2 separate photos (doh!)

Speakers look fantastic - must feel like a real accomplishment to finish them to the standard you have.

Make sure to post some pictures when the new kit arrives 🙂

 

[MajorFubar]

your (beautiful) speakers are too big for my room but I'd have your Cyrus kit off you in a shot lol

must be great to have the skill to be able to make something useful like those speakers Well done.

 

[Crossie]

Honestly, they are not that difficult to make. Bang for buck this is the cheapest way of getting high end speakers (IMHO). I would really recommend having a go at a Wilmslow kit.

On the other tack I am not allowed to smoke either.

 

[Anonymous]

Hi,

nice speakers! Did yours come with a veneer? After assembly did you have to varnish / laquer?

Thanks!

 

[Crossie]

Cabinets come as a flat pack with various options for the finish. I chose an Oak veneer and then used a beeswax polish to finish.

 

[Anonymous]

sweet, so you got a good finish without having to use spray paints / polishes.

I've been thinking about diy speaker kits and this has definately spiked my interest.

Cheers!