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Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 9:54 am
by Mr T
Got the plans and am reading it over.
I'm going to use the Dayton Audio LS10-44, cabinet width of 21 inches as suggested.

Main speakers will be pair o klipsch heresy 1.5's room is 11x11x8 (LWH)

1. It looks like 2 4x8 sheets will be more than enough- that sound right?
2. What amp are you running/suggesting?

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 10:08 am
by Bruce Weldy
Which Table Tuba are you building? There's a couple of different models...

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 10:12 am
by Bruce Weldy
You mentioned 4x8 sheets. If you're using Baltic Birch (it's the best), it is typically 5x5. The 5x5 sheets are cheaper per square foot than the 4x8. Use Cutlist software to get the best layout and that will help determine how much plywood you need.

Good to see a fellow Texan here.

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 10:17 am
by Mr T
I ordered the standard table tuba plan, so this will be the 30x30x21 cabinet.

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 10:21 am
by Mr T
I found this online, says 4x8, and its only about 30 minutes away.

https://www.plywoodcompany.com/pd/birch ... 0%2A4X8%2A


Thanks for the welcome!

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 10:27 am
by Bruce Weldy
Mr T wrote: Thu May 09, 2024 10:21 am I found this online, says 4x8, and its only about 30 minutes away.

https://www.plywoodcompany.com/pd/birch ... 0%2A4X8%2A


Thanks for the welcome!
This also have 5x5 at $2.07/sq ft.
https://www.plywoodcompany.com/pd/birch ... m-5x5/464

The 4x8 is $2.62/sq ft.

That said, download Cutlist and put in the dimensions of the pieces. Try with 5x5 and 4x8 material and see which fits better and comes out the cheapest.

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 10:48 am
by Bill Fitzmaurice

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 11:03 am
by Mr T
Only need one pretty side so even better- cool.

Now- amps...

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 2:07 pm
by Radian
I’ve got a MiniDSP PWR-ICE running our bedroom system. Either the 125 or 250 is plenty. Spendy and requires a laptop to unlock all the features, but definitely get what ya pay for. That or try surfing FB Marketplace or Craiglist for a used “architectural” install power amp like an Audio Source or Speakercraft.

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 3:15 pm
by Bruce Weldy
Bill Fitzmaurice wrote: Thu May 09, 2024 10:48 am Why not this? https://www.plywoodcompany.com/pd/birch ... mm-5x5/465
$1.77 sq ft
Ha! You dug a little deeper than I did.

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Mon May 13, 2024 7:47 am
by Mr T
I was able to get the plate amp for my old velodyne working again over the weekend- its rated 165 RMS/275 peak @ 8 ohms. Enough?

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Mon May 13, 2024 9:03 am
by Bill Fitzmaurice
My sub amp is 75w/4 ohms.

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Mon May 13, 2024 1:14 pm
by Mr T
Saves a few bucks then glad to hear it.

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Mon May 13, 2024 2:31 pm
by Mr T
Saves a few bucks then glad to hear it. cant tell from plans but should I use any fill material?

Re: Questions for Table Tuba build

Posted: Mon May 13, 2024 10:49 pm
by Tom Smit
Mr T wrote: Mon May 13, 2024 2:31 pm Saves a few bucks then glad to hear it. cant tell from plans but should I use any fill material?
Nope.