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So I’m finally coming back around to this project. I got distracted with a kitchen remodel for a bit.
The plan going forward is to start our home theater setup with two subs. It might take some time to finish the setup because I want to build everything myself and I don’t want my husband to freak about the budget. Really anything would be a huge step up from my budget Samsung soundbar I purchased at Costco 5 years ago. My very generous grandparents give all their grandchildren money for Christmas and I plan on using this plus a little to get a start.
I have a couple of questions I’m hoping folks more knowledgable than me can help answer. If you had $500 to spend on drivers, what would you pick? It would be nice if the drivers and the amp together could come out closer t0 $500. I don’t think this is possible but if it is, what would you recommend?
I had originally planned on using ultimax 15″ speakers but some guy recommended Stereo Integrity’s SQL-15 as an alternative. Is this something worth considering?
I still plan on using the spalted pecan slabs sitting in my shop but after a lot of reading, I’m going to veneer 1/2″ pecan to 1/2″ MDF. The wood is beautiful but I don’t have any confidence that it will stand up to pressure over time.
Should I go with a sealed or ported design? Sealed seems ideal because they are smaller but will I be limiting the subs performance by choosing sealed? My home theater isn’t ideal. We have a large open floorpan with a 20′ vaulted ceiling opening to a loft.
