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by Tom Smit
Wed Jun 24, 2026 9:27 pm
Forum: Tips, Techniques and Supplier Links
Topic: 2026 Baltic Birch Pricing in WV
Replies: 17
Views: 181

Re: 2026 Baltic Birch Pricing in WV

Back in October, 2022, a 5x5 sheet was CAD$116 at my local hardware store (genuine Baltic Birch). Last I checked it was a few dollars more.
by Tom Smit
Tue Jun 16, 2026 9:50 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: The Duc d'OrleansII
Replies: 12
Views: 168

Re: The Duc d'OrleansII

Bill Fitzmaurice wrote: Tue Jun 16, 2026 6:45 amThis is the venue: https://www.banknhpavilion.com/
My goodness! :shock: That is quite the venue. I recognize at least 75% of those names!
Heh, you da man, Bill. :clap:
by Tom Smit
Mon Jun 15, 2026 9:55 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: The Duc d'OrleansII
Replies: 12
Views: 168

Re: The Duc d'OrleansII

:wink: Thanks, all. I should have arranged the paragraph a bit differently. I should have said that I want to do a better job, sound wise. As for the volume that I reported, my intent was to share how loud it was, even being A-weighted! Yes, I used and exclamation point. :wink: I was surprised, most...
by Tom Smit
Sun Jun 14, 2026 10:17 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: The Duc d'OrleansII
Replies: 12
Views: 168

Re: The Duc d'OrleansII

DaveMacKay wrote: Sun Jun 14, 2026 8:01 am Sounds like fun, Tom. I haven't cruised on the Duc d’Orleans but it would make for a lovely evening.

Good luck with your upcoming marine gig.
Thanks, Dave!
P.S. -you should come on the cruise in August!
by Tom Smit
Sun Jun 14, 2026 10:16 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: The Duc d'OrleansII
Replies: 12
Views: 168

Re: The Duc d'OrleansII

Bill Fitzmaurice wrote: Sun Jun 14, 2026 8:20 am Always measure music C or Z-weighted, A doesn't measure bass.
If I had used C weighted, it would have read more, correct? I am mostly interested in measuring what bothers the ears.
by Tom Smit
Sun Jun 14, 2026 10:13 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself
Topic: Greetings from WV.
Replies: 11
Views: 148

Re: Greetings from WV.

Welcome to the forum, Zip!
by Tom Smit
Sat Jun 13, 2026 10:51 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: The Duc d'OrleansII
Replies: 12
Views: 168

The Duc d'OrleansII

It's been quiet here so I thought I'd make a post. I went on an enjoyable river cruise on this https://www.ducdorleans.com/our-ship to experience a live band on board. It was, wait for it, a three.. hour.. cruise. :lol: Anyway, the band that I am in, is scheduled to play during a Saturday evening cr...
by Tom Smit
Thu Jun 04, 2026 9:35 pm
Forum: Simplexx
Topic: Simplex 12 Wedge response curve
Replies: 7
Views: 189

Re: Simplex 12 Wedge response curve

How many watts was the rig using...5?....10? :)
Did you happen any nulls in the bass region? I'm asking because it appears that the pairs of T48s are only 20(?)feet apart.
by Tom Smit
Sun May 17, 2026 9:15 pm
Forum: Everything Else
Topic: Spotted In Kansas City
Replies: 2
Views: 89

Re: Spotted In Kansas City

No doubt, you geeked out!
by Tom Smit
Fri May 15, 2026 9:41 pm
Forum: Tuba and Titan Pro-Sound Subwoofers
Topic: V Coupling different T48s
Replies: 8
Views: 694

Re: V Coupling different T48s

Go for it!
by Tom Smit
Wed May 13, 2026 9:05 pm
Forum: Build Threads
Topic: First BFM Build Odyssey: Tuba 60
Replies: 63
Views: 3516

Re: First BFM Build Odyssey: Tuba 60

Did you try the trick of coating the roll with chalk, and then trying it?
by Tom Smit
Fri May 08, 2026 9:37 pm
Forum: Reviews
Topic: 2 Tuba HT THT
Replies: 3
Views: 622

Re: 2 Tuba HT THT

You've got a dirt-cheap system that should cost hundreds more. Kudos.
by Tom Smit
Thu May 07, 2026 9:29 pm
Forum: Build Threads
Topic: Jack 10 Lite
Replies: 23
Views: 2599

Re: Jack 10 Lite

Yup, sounds like you've been busy.
ducts*