I contracted to have Funky Waves to build a custom box for me for an 18" LMS driver based on the 18.0 design. I didn't need an on board amp as I already have a 4000w Crest 8002, and I already have an LMS driver and SMS-1 for EQ. Box Size - Net internal volume after bracing and driver displacement (lms5400) is right on 98L (3.46cuf). Nathan suggested 3/4" roundover all the way around the top and bottom, which was an added cost and I went for it....
* Box Size - roughly 22" wide 22.5" high 22" deep.
* Multi layered low resonance walls.
* 1.5" thick top, bottom, and front panels
* Magnet's under veneer for grill if I choose to make one.
* Wood Veneer and hardwood 3/4 round over edges is Padauk.
* Padauk is not stained - just clear coat finish to achieve this color.
* Top Veneer was changed to run front to back when asked by Nathan.
Here are some pics of the build along the way that I felt needed to be shared for anyone considering a more custom solution with the best in quality and performance that can't or doesn't have the time for DIY.... I chose to combine a quality build from someone who can do the job better then I, and partial DIY, something I'm not a stranger to from all my experimentation with different drivers of my own builds over the last few years...
Enjoy...
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Nathan @ Funky Waves - Thank you for doing such an amazing job and the great support all the way through the very fast build - it was great to work with you. Communication throughout the entire build was constant and quick with questions about how I would like things done along the way based off the different wood sample choices I received in the mail as well as the many other custom choices... I look forward to receiving it....
I highly recommend Funky Waves to anyone considering a custom product such as this....... They deserve the recognition.
Forum Members should read through my AVS build thread for questions that you may have that have already been answered - HERE
* Box Size - roughly 22" wide 22.5" high 22" deep.
* Multi layered low resonance walls.
* 1.5" thick top, bottom, and front panels
* Magnet's under veneer for grill if I choose to make one.
* Wood Veneer and hardwood 3/4 round over edges is Padauk.
* Padauk is not stained - just clear coat finish to achieve this color.
* Top Veneer was changed to run front to back when asked by Nathan.
Here are some pics of the build along the way that I felt needed to be shared for anyone considering a more custom solution with the best in quality and performance that can't or doesn't have the time for DIY.... I chose to combine a quality build from someone who can do the job better then I, and partial DIY, something I'm not a stranger to from all my experimentation with different drivers of my own builds over the last few years...
Enjoy...
Nathan @ Funky Waves - Thank you for doing such an amazing job and the great support all the way through the very fast build - it was great to work with you. Communication throughout the entire build was constant and quick with questions about how I would like things done along the way based off the different wood sample choices I received in the mail as well as the many other custom choices... I look forward to receiving it....
I highly recommend Funky Waves to anyone considering a custom product such as this....... They deserve the recognition.
Forum Members should read through my AVS build thread for questions that you may have that have already been answered - HERE
