tvcollector Posted August 4, 2017 Author Share Posted August 4, 2017 Thanks everyone, so got into the workshop tonight to mask up and spray here are some sneak peak photos more to come. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dean Gale Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Thanks everyone, so got into the workshop tonight to mask up and spray here are some sneak peak photos more to come. Just an aside , how much do you think they weigh? Sent from my SM-T113 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvcollector Posted August 5, 2017 Author Share Posted August 5, 2017 They weigh close to 160kg id say not lite. Well the stage we have all been waiting for. i definitely wasnt ready for how dark they were going to look once cleared but they look pretty good alot darker then I wanted but nothing i can do now. What do you think? Even the front im a bit disappointed because the veneer isnt as striking as i wanted but then again we will see once they are out in the sun or a lighter room. even though they look shinny the clear is satin finish so they will look more natural once dry. Cant wait to see them monday arvo. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martykt Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 12 hours ago, tvcollector said: They weigh close to 160kg id say not lite. Well the stage we have all been waiting for. i definitely wasnt ready for how dark they were going to look once cleared but they look pretty good alot darker then I wanted but nothing i can do now. What do you think? Even the front im a bit disappointed because the veneer isnt as striking as i wanted but then again we will see once they are out in the sun or a lighter room. even though they look shinny the clear is satin finish so they will look more natural once dry. Cant wait to see them monday arvo. The colour looks great. Gives them more of an Art Deco charm about them. Sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. Never an easy time, I lost my Father just last year so understand how difficult it is. I wish the best for you and your Father. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tubularbells Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 I agree with Marty. the colour looks fantastic. Looks more like vintage furniture and gives them a stately "ive been around longer than you" vibe. Phenomenal effort and im looking forward to seeing them in you room with some tunes belting out of them! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mat-with-one-t Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 Have they settled now dry? Got any more pics? Got any space in that shed? Man you've got me keen on taking on a project! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvcollector Posted August 6, 2017 Author Share Posted August 6, 2017 not yet left them at the workshop over the wknd get to see them monday arvo. Finished wireing crossovers and making the surroundings fit thrre looking good ready yo fit. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvcollector Posted August 7, 2017 Author Share Posted August 7, 2017 Well they look amazing in the sun be interesting to see when there setup. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvcollector Posted August 8, 2017 Author Share Posted August 8, 2017 Fitted all the trimmings final fittings ready to glue and now the cabinets are in normal light they look amazing nice colour and not as dark. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvcollector Posted August 8, 2017 Author Share Posted August 8, 2017 Cant decide light or dark grills whats everyone think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red MacKay Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 I like the contrast of the lighter ones. They will sit better in your living space that way too. Well done with your build! You are a braver man than myself. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sub Sonic Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Both :-) I think the darker ones look best but the lighter ones look good too. Regards, SS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LogicprObe Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 I like the green one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 I like the grey ones, but that would depend on the room they are in. Grey for me as the carpet is grey/black as well as black gear, mostly. Mission brown or green would not "do it" like the grey and darker shade. Beautiful Build Congratulations I'm a light shade of green with envy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muznuts Posted August 11, 2017 Share Posted August 11, 2017 got to be one of the best builds ive seen in my short time here on sna, congratulations @tvcollector Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elcamry Posted August 11, 2017 Share Posted August 11, 2017 Dark in a large room , light grey to give the appearance of a smaller size . Beautiful build . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvcollector Posted August 15, 2017 Author Share Posted August 15, 2017 Sorry for the lack of updated Have had some emotional days latley finding it hard without mum so have only got to see the cabinets cleared in person today here they are they have lightened up and are smooth as silk. Im hoping to get them home on friday arvo will keep you all posted. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvcollector Posted August 18, 2017 Author Share Posted August 18, 2017 The day has arrived ! 10 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tubularbells Posted August 18, 2017 Share Posted August 18, 2017 Gorgeous! Play your mums favourite album through them in her honour to get them started on there journey... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvcollector Posted August 23, 2017 Author Share Posted August 23, 2017 Back speaker terminal plates done even got them engraved nicely didnt like the first ones i did. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZOOTYtooty Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Nice!! Should you ever want to sell, you should have no hassle, Tannoy doesn't go to this effort in their build, I've owned original Westminsters, TW's and Royals... Great job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wimbo Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Beautiful mate. You should be so proud. Rub a bit of dark chalk into the engraving to highlight it and see what it looks like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweaky Posted August 23, 2017 Share Posted August 23, 2017 Use Windsor & Newton Black ink [the one with the Spider on the bottle] it has Shellac in it and dries hard, like a enamel, I use it to stain engravings in mother of pearl guitar fingerboard inlays. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzman53 Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Your speakers are among the finest builds I've ever seen. I wish I had your woodworking skills! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvcollector Posted August 25, 2017 Author Share Posted August 25, 2017 Thanks everyone!!! When i first decided to build these speakers everyone thought i was mad and i almost didnt because i doubted myself as i had never taken on something so complex then i got all the timber and i was committed, it took me 6 months procastinating and looking at the timber at work thinking what have i done i cant do this but one arvo i said to myself time to just start whats the worst that can happen i stuff them up or cant do them. and even halfway through i almost gave up but pushed myself and now after 1 and a half years im almost ready to enjoy an amazing set of speakers im very proud of. I still cant beleive i built these so anyone out there with a dream whats the worst that can happen just go for it you mite surprise yourself i have! sometimes we just have to take the plunge to realise what we are capable of. 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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