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  1. al lout

    FS: Harman Kardon PA-5800 mint condition

    $310 + shipping (or local pick-up Los Angeles area).
  2. al lout

    FS: Harman Kardon PA-5800 mint condition

    $320 + shipping
  3. al lout

    FS: Harman Kardon PA-5800 mint condition

    For sale is the Harman Kardon PA-5800 mint condition. I'll post some pictures up later (my camara is out of battery). I'm currently using it to drive my front speakers (GR A/V-3) and the surrounds (Paradigm). This is the 5 channels amp 80Wx5@8ohms or 110Wx5@4ohms high current power (very...
  4. al lout

    Soundsplinter RL-p15...port surface area?

    I think this box is a little small to tune it to 16hz. With 1 port of 5" or 6" dia, the length of it will probably need to be more than +35". Best way is to tune it a lil higher (19hz - 20hz?) and hopefully room gain will help you out. Can you post the T/S of the RL-p15? Al,
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    Soundsplinter RL-p15...port surface area?

    What is the dimension of the box you r looking at? There might be enough clearance for the 6" port. As you have already pointed out, 4" port will probably give u some port noise in the lower freqs. With 2 4" ports, the port might be longer than your box size. Let us know the dimension of the...
  6. al lout

    Very Minimal Sub Response...

    Sounded like you have a problem with auto on on your plate amp. The signal that is sending to your sub isn't strong enuf to power up your sub. I have heard couple of PE plate amps have this issue. You can check that with them. Or maybe get a better subwoofer cable. And also check the cable...
  7. al lout

    Just completed my GR-Research AV-3's

    congrats on your new av-3 speakers. I'm sure you will enjoy them more when they broke in... They produce beautiful sound. Can you post some pix up here? And do give us an update on the av-3 center speaker as I'm considering building it myself. Thanks. Al,
  8. al lout

    Recommended Tempest Box?

    Derek, I was fortunate enough to have a good room. It took me like about 2 weeks to find a good placement and eq the sub. There's really no secret, just make sure your box has good braces and completely sealed. I put about 1.5 lbs of polyfil per 1cf (per TN recommendation site). And one last...
  9. al lout

    Looking for a DIY kit that might rival the Onix Reference Ones.

    James, Check out the GR-Research A/V-2 (bookshelf). I built the A/V-3 (floorstand) and extremely happy with them. Great sound, crystal clear and clean... Al,
  10. al lout

    Recommended Tempest Box?

    Here is the graph of my sealed mid-q (122L) measurements. I'm extremely happy with it. Lots of work but it's well worth it and it's kinda fun doing it. Al,
  11. al lout

    What Speakers Do You Own?

    Mains: GR-Research A/V-3 No Center (Yet) Surrounds: Fluance
  12. al lout

    Here's my room response BFD?

    In addition, a boost of +14db @100hz is probably not a good idea. I'm just playing around with the numbers to try to flatten out ur sub's curve. I do recommend download the software and try it out. Real cool software and it's pretty acurate, the best part is it's FREE. Al,
  13. al lout

    Here's my room response BFD?

    John, I was eqing my sub earlier. Since I have the software open, might as well help you plotted the graph. Here is your sub measurements (before eq) I was playing around with a few filters. There is a big valley at 100hz, maybe playing around with the crossover and phase might...
  14. al lout

    Help me decide. GR A/V3 or Exodus(Adire)61

    Gary, I've recently built the a/v-3 for my main speakers. They're awesome value. Sound so clear and smooth. Yesterday, I popped in the classical "Fur Elise" song. Turned off all the light, and I'm there hearing it live :) Link: A/V-3 red oak veneer Either way, GR-Research or Adires...
  15. al lout

    New born A/V-3 Cardinal Red Oak Veneer

    I trimmed the edges using the trim bit for veneer as Patrick mentioned. I believe that you can trim the edges using a sharp razer utility knife. Al,
  16. al lout

    New born A/V-3 Cardinal Red Oak Veneer

    Here are my 2 new born A/V-3 speakers. They are in red oak veneer. The finishes are cardinal red dye (4 coats) and 3 coats of Urethane (purchased in Rockler store). I'm extremely satisfy with the finish. And this is my first time doing veneer (getting kinda hesitant). Kit from GR-Research 1...
  17. al lout

    what driver...?

    Hi all, My friend is considering a DIY sub. Either 15" or 18" sealed sub. I've noticed most of the driver are not in stock. I recommended him the avalanche 15 and 18. But I believe those are not in stock anymore. Can anyone tell me other drivers that are currently in stock? He's willing to...
  18. al lout

    Veneer questions

    Brian, thank you for the info. I'm hasitate to round off the edges cuz' I'm afraid that the backed paper veneer can't take it. For the first time veneerer, do you recommend to round off the edges? Also, the flush tweeter driver hole is worrying me as well. I don't know how to cut the veneer...
  19. al lout

    Veneer questions

    Sup all, I'm in a process of putting together my main speaker cabinets. The question is if I round up the edges of the two sides, how hard is it to wrap the veneer over the rounded corner? I would like to round off the edges but I'm afraid it might be difficult to wrap the veneer around it. This...
  20. al lout

    DIY 2 front speakers... questions...

    Thank you Mark for the heads up.
  21. al lout

    DIY 2 front speakers... questions...

    Hi all, It's being more than a year now since my DIY tempest sub. Now that I am itching to build the 2 front speakers. But first I have a few questions. I'm considering the A/V-3 from GR-Research. The pricing there is $329 for the kit and $64 for the sonicap upgrade. Other than that all I...
  22. al lout

    Over-ear headphone

    I just got back from a little trip to Sequoia. Anyway, I'm now considering the Sennheiser HD515 which listed at $99 at compusa. I have a friend that can get me some discount maybe 25% off. So what do you guys think about the Sennheiser HD515 for around $75? Can I do better? Thanks. Al,
  23. al lout

    Over-ear headphone

    Thank you Tom and Mike for the input. I did check out the Grado SR-60. It's kinda ugly. I haven't have a chance to look at the advent wireless headphone yet. I'll check them out tomorrow. What do you guys think about the Sony MDR-V6? The reviews look really good. It's a little over my budget but...
  24. al lout

    Over-ear headphone

    I'm looking for an over-ear headphone for about $50 to use at nite time. This is 70/30 movies/music. It has to be over-ear type and comfort. Any suggestions? Thanks. Al,
  25. al lout

    DVD Review HTF REVIEW: Million Dollar Baby - Three Disc Deluxe Edition (VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)

    I got a copy of the 2 discs widescreen at Blockbuster. Thanks to the free dvd coupon on the switch over promo. Anyway, I got a question. The 2 discs copy that I got doesn't have the inserts inside. Is this normal? Can anyone with the 2 discs version please confirm this? I've just done watching...
  26. al lout

    need serious help please....

    wojtekc, Instead of pio 1015, you can get the pio 1014 to save you a few bucks. I'm running the pio 1014 right now. It's an awesome unit. I believe you can get it for $350 shipped (from authorize dealer). How is the system going to be use? movies or music? I would invest more on the sub like...
  27. al lout

    Finished sub

    Beatiful. Nicely done.
  28. al lout

    Swan 2.1 vs. B&W 601?

    Todd, Consider the 5.2s for mains instead of the 4.1s or stay with 2.1s cuz' those 2 have the same woofer size as the C3 center. Just a thought. Happy hunting... Al,
  29. al lout

    HK PA-5800 4ohms/8ohms?

    Hi all, My friend recently purchased the HK PA-5800. The power output of it is 5 x 80W @ 8ohms or 5 x 110W @ 4ohms. I'm a lil confused and so did he regarding the power output (his first ext amp). How does the amp know what to load? 4ohms or 8ohms? His main speakers are 4ohms and his center...
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