Well here goes my attempt to deliver pictures. If all goes well you will see five shots of the project. Two finished shots of 'grilleless' fronts with opposing ports (for the grille). A shot of the oak finished side and two shots with the art deco grille.This is supposedly void free Oak plywood and then I trimmed the front with Oak strips. The grilles were inspired by our Victrola in the same room.
As to sound per dollar - can't imagine getting the same good looks and sound for the price. A very nice addition and will probably go to college with the daughter after I make some pretty horn containers...