2x Titan 48 Build
2x Titan 48 Build
I was going through withdrawal since it's been about 3 years since I built any BFM designs, so I had to remedy that with a couple Titan 48's. These are 24" wide using single 3015LF drivers with Auraco plywood.
Oooohhh Aaaaahhh....
Building starts. I built both at the same time so that I could make the same mistakes on both cabs at the same time, such as the baffle that I cut the hole wrong on for both cabs and had to re-do. Luckily I hadn't installed them yet before I caught my mistake.
On a side note, this turned out to be the worst batch of Auraco I've ever used. Lots of warping. I need to pony up for some BB next time.
The sides are finally glued on. Loaded up one of them to test it out.
My least favorite part of filling holes and gaps before the Duratex goes on.
Almost finished.
Here I am utilizing them in back massage mode.
Some of my initial impressions:
They're significantly louder than the T39's that I built 3 or 4 years ago. I tested them in my 30'x56' basement and was able to get crazy amounts of vision blurring bass at ~40 volts that I don't recall getting with the T39's. They're also significantly larger than the T39's. On paper it doesn't sound like a big difference, but holy cow these are big subwoofers. Everyone that sees them makes a remark about how large they are.
These are going to be installed at a church and we're still messing around with proper placement. Although they don't have quite the oomph that they did in my smaller basement, they still sound miles better than the single EAW SB150 they replaced. We got the most even response when paired together right in the middle of the stage (as pictured above), but they unfortunately can't go there because it's one of the few stage entrances. I think our best option (of what we have available) will be grouped together on one of the sides, but it was late last night and we didn't get a chance to test all of our options. There are only a handful of spots that they can physically go, so we'll have to make the best of the situation.
Overall, I'm impressed and highly recommend T48's if you have the space for them.
Oooohhh Aaaaahhh....
Building starts. I built both at the same time so that I could make the same mistakes on both cabs at the same time, such as the baffle that I cut the hole wrong on for both cabs and had to re-do. Luckily I hadn't installed them yet before I caught my mistake.
On a side note, this turned out to be the worst batch of Auraco I've ever used. Lots of warping. I need to pony up for some BB next time.
The sides are finally glued on. Loaded up one of them to test it out.
My least favorite part of filling holes and gaps before the Duratex goes on.
Almost finished.
Here I am utilizing them in back massage mode.
Some of my initial impressions:
They're significantly louder than the T39's that I built 3 or 4 years ago. I tested them in my 30'x56' basement and was able to get crazy amounts of vision blurring bass at ~40 volts that I don't recall getting with the T39's. They're also significantly larger than the T39's. On paper it doesn't sound like a big difference, but holy cow these are big subwoofers. Everyone that sees them makes a remark about how large they are.
These are going to be installed at a church and we're still messing around with proper placement. Although they don't have quite the oomph that they did in my smaller basement, they still sound miles better than the single EAW SB150 they replaced. We got the most even response when paired together right in the middle of the stage (as pictured above), but they unfortunately can't go there because it's one of the few stage entrances. I think our best option (of what we have available) will be grouped together on one of the sides, but it was late last night and we didn't get a chance to test all of our options. There are only a handful of spots that they can physically go, so we'll have to make the best of the situation.
Overall, I'm impressed and highly recommend T48's if you have the space for them.
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Re: 2x Titan 48 Build
Those braces look awesome!!!!
Built:
17" width 10" driver Autotuba
2 x 29" width dual Lab12 Tuba60
6 x DR250 2510/asd1001
In progress:
2 x DR250 2510/asd1001
For best results, point the loud end of the array towards the audience
17" width 10" driver Autotuba
2 x 29" width dual Lab12 Tuba60
6 x DR250 2510/asd1001
In progress:
2 x DR250 2510/asd1001
For best results, point the loud end of the array towards the audience
Re: 2x Titan 48 Build
Thanks! I stole the idea from a build I saw on here a while back. I can't remember the thread to give credit, but I think the username was anomalous.CoronaOperator wrote:Those braces look awesome!!!!
Re: 2x Titan 48 Build
Those T48s look awesome with the workmanship I can see. Makes me inspired to get started on my upcoming project(s).
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Re: 2x Titan 48 Build
You build quick!
Do the 3015LFs need reducer panels?
Do the 3015LFs need reducer panels?
Built:
6xDR200, 2xT39, 2xT48, 2xJack110, 1xOmni10.5, 1xAutotuba, 1xT18, 1xSLA Pro, 1xW8, 1xW10
6xDR200, 2xT39, 2xT48, 2xJack110, 1xOmni10.5, 1xAutotuba, 1xT18, 1xSLA Pro, 1xW8, 1xW10
Re: 2x Titan 48 Build
Plans say the reducers are optional on higher Fs drivers. It's supposed to give better sensitivity above 40hz if you use them.Chris_Allen wrote:You build quick!
Do the 3015LFs need reducer panels?
The pictures give the illusion that I built them fast, but I dragged my feet and took about 6 weeks start to finish.
Re: 2x Titan 48 Build
Looks good. Way to go.
The floor is not the only place that subs can go; the ceiling is an optional spot, as well.
The floor is not the only place that subs can go; the ceiling is an optional spot, as well.
TomS
Re: 2x Titan 48 Build
Thanks. We settled on them grouped together on the left side of the stage and got pretty good results. I think Omnitops are next.Tom Smit wrote:Looks good. Way to go.
The floor is not the only place that subs can go; the ceiling is an optional spot, as well.
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Re: 2x Titan 48 Build
The great thing about clustering subs on one side of a church stage is, the old people figure out which side of the stage they need to sit on reeeeal quick!shawn_g wrote: Thanks. We settled on them grouped together on the left side of the stage and got pretty good results. I think Omnitops are next.
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Re: 2x Titan 48 Build
NoChris_Allen wrote:You build quick!
Do the 3015LFs need reducer panels?
If it's too loud, you're even older than me! Like me.
http://www.speakerhardware.com
http://www.speakerhardware.com
Re: 2x Titan 48 Build
Yes, I love the braces as well! Nice work!shawn_g wrote:Thanks! I stole the idea from a build I saw on here a while back. I can't remember the thread to give credit, but I think the username was anomalous.CoronaOperator wrote:Those braces look awesome!!!!