| Re: Advice needed for first timers [message #64588 is a reply to message #64584] |
Thu, 04 November 2010 10:02  |
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Wayne Parham
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Registered: January 2001
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Honestly, the cabinets are very easy to build and materials aren't expensive, at least in America. The wood that's best to use is MDF, and that doesn't cost much. If the cabinets will be moved a lot or used in humid environments, I'd suggest baltic birch instead, which is a little more expensive but still not too bad. The thing that may potentially increase the cost of the cabinets expensive is veneer, which is totally up to you. You can paint the cabinets or use an inexpensive wood veneer and keep your costs down considerably.
That said, if you go with the best option - the three π with upgraded drivers - I think it would probably be appropriate to choose an attactive, high quality veneer and finish. That model is what I would consider to be one of the best speakers available. Here's a review and a photo:
I took that speaker to the Lone Star AudioFest last May and it was very well received. So if you search the internet, you'll find plenty of comments about it.
I would highly recommend using multiple subs, for best results. Not only do they provide additional extension but perhaps more importantly, they smooth room modes. Use two to four for best results.
The two π and two π tower models are much less expensive, and are really in a different class. But they are very satisfying speakers. I personally have two π towers in my bedroom, and I really like them. I use the smaller bookshelf version of the two π speaker for surrounds in my living room.
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