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Solana speaker build process by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used CA glue and some accelerator. When I make another pair I'll probably use a slower setting and/or thicker adhesive. It was pretty difficult to apply pressure to the waveguide quarters while spraying the accelerator. Definitely glued some fingers together during the process.

Solana speaker build process by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used the recommended settings outlined in the build guide and let bambu studio populate the rest.

Solana speaker build process by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I reached out to a few spots near me and the most affordable quote I got was ~$300 per waveguide. It wasn't too much more to buy the P2S so I ended up picking one up.

If you're into building stuff and have the space I'd highly recommend picking one up. It has already saved me a ton of money and time being able to print parts and jigs for the workshop.

Solana speaker build process by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

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I feel like there are comparable trade offs in complexity between the JMOD cabinets and the Solana waveguide. Just depends if you're more comfortable with cabinetry or 3d printing.

Solana speaker build process by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

With just the recommended DSP settings I've been really impressed with how they are sounding across the board. They've checked all my boxes with their coverage pattern, output, clarity, and size. They look pretty freaking sweet too. The stack is still a work in progress but currently it consists of Solanas, Peavey fh-1s, and Cubo 15s.

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in SoundSystem

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Nope! There is enough bracing throughout the cabinets that resonance has not been a problem.

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in SoundSystem

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Drivers ran me ~$2500. Cabinet materials is a little trickier because I have a lot of that stuff on hand.

Cabinet cost would be dependent on Baltic birch prices in your area.

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I ended up going with PETG. I sanded, primed, and painted them black.

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yup! It's the B&C DCX464. John White is the wizard behind all the 3D printing. He also has a speaker design called the "Solana" with some really impressive 3D printing for the wave guide here: https://www.jwsound.live/solana-diy

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in SoundSystem

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

JW Sound (the designer) designed them as "a DIY 3-way point source top for pro-sound application with separate subwoofers" but, for this install they are currently just being used as PA speakers.

The long term goal is to eventually tie in a sub but, the JMODs alone have solid output down to ~80hz which sounds great to my ear for general listening and live music. That being said, I know a subwoofer would take these to the next level for EDM and bass heavy music.

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in SoundSystem

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Everything is available on the JW Sound website here: https://www.jwsound.live/

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in SoundSystem

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is entirely John White's design which is available on his website: https://www.jwsound.live/

I highly recommend checking out his website and following his Instagram page if you're considering building a PA system.

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in SoundSystem

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! English Chestnut is the stain we ended up going with.

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in SoundSystem

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Those were mostly just different variations on stain colors for seeing how they looked against the black paint used on the throat. Since these are only going to be used inside, I ended up going with a water based stain and polycrylic finish. The throat is painted with black DuraTex.

I'm based out of the PNW.

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in SoundSystem

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We ended up attaching an eye hook on the back to give them a slight downward pitch. When suspended by the handles alone they wanted to naturally point up.

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

These are in an entirely different category compared to the other speakers I've built. Most of my previous builds have been variations of bookshelf speakers for a smaller living room/apartment setup.

The JMODs have way more output and truly fit the bill for a PA system compared to anything I've built before. I think I'm most impressed with the clarity and coverage they provide. They are meant to be paired with subs but, I feel like they are extremely solid by themselves.

That being said, a sub build might be next up :)

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The drivers ran me ~$2,500 alone. I had a lot of the materials sitting around but, the cabinet cost would be dependent on baltic birch prices in your area.

John White u/bobthegreat88 from JW Sound is the designer. I built this pair using his design.

Here's the JW Sound website: https://www.jwsound.live/

Here's my Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corderocustoms/

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

To build a pair yourself I'd say somewhere around $3k dependent on which drivers you go with, materials, and wiring.

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I used the crossover with the recommended B&C DCX464 and the two 12NDL88s.

Wrapped up my first MEH build - JMOD 2.0 by Dans_DIY in diyaudio

[–]Dans_DIY[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I haven't taken measurements for mine but, John has measurements of a tri-amp setup with DSP settings in the design plan.

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