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  1. Nick Rubenstein

    OK, I need to build a sub, and I have one ugly space constraint...

    Bah, played with the math and there is really no way to do a forwardish firing driver. Started constructing the cabinet today... I feel like I'm making a sandbox for the HT. :)
  2. Nick Rubenstein

    OK, I need to build a sub, and I have one ugly space constraint...

    And the only rattles are from the light fixtures, which I will be tightening up. The walls themselves are VERY solid.
  3. Nick Rubenstein

    OK, I need to build a sub, and I have one ugly space constraint...

    It seems clear to me that there is no really good way to build the subwoofer. It won't be possible to make a perfect cabinet. However, would it make sense to mount the driver on a diagonally mounted sheet of MDF a la: ----- --------- Perhaps a semi-front firing setup would be a bit...
  4. Nick Rubenstein

    OK, I need to build a sub, and I have one ugly space constraint...

    Richard: Unfortunately, the location of the sub is pretty much determined by the location of everything else in the room. I can move it side to side a bit, but my screen prevents it from getting any taller. I can go 4ft wide by 4ft deep, and ultimately I can do lots of bracing. My Mirage OM-7s...
  5. Nick Rubenstein

    OK, I need to build a sub, and I have one ugly space constraint...

    IB is NOT an option, sadly. Would love to do it if I could.
  6. Nick Rubenstein

    OK, I need to build a sub, and I have one ugly space constraint...

    The height restriction comes from my projector screen. Thanks to a slope on one side of the wall, I was unable to raise the screen as high as I wanted to. I'd like to use the PE 250W amp. I'd like to keep it under $400, if possible. The room is 13'x17' plus a couple of rather large alcoves...
  7. Nick Rubenstein

    OK, I need to build a sub, and I have one ugly space constraint...

    Appreciate any help you guys can offer a DIY newbie. :) I've looked through a number of web sites and asked a couple of questions on another forum. Basically, my problem is this: The subwoofer cannot be more than 13" tall, including grill, spikes/feet, whatever. Furthermore, it has to...
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