PrestonTom Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 Is there such a thing as a free lunch? Yes! We are moving into a smaller house next month and "consolidation" is the key phrase. What is up for grabs: "Sono Sub" : This is constructed out of an 18 inch diameter, concrete forming tube. It is about 6 1/2 ft tall and nicely upholstered in an off-white faux linen with oak trim (fabric will blend nicely with a "Navajo white" wall color or it can be wrapped in your favorite fabric). By using the cylinder-shape, the forces and stress are distributed throughout the interior and makes for a remarkably sturdy structure (there is also internal bracing or ribs). The woofer faces the floor and the port faces the ceiling. Important to note that the subwoofer (driver) itself is NOT included. They can be purchased for about $189 (with free shipping) from Parts Express. The beast is fairly efficient and goes down to about 21 Hz (the specs can be seen at Parts Express - 9 cu ft vented cabinet). The model number is in the photo below. The design is for this particular driver. The port is 7.5 diameter and about 25-30 inches long. The other advantage of the Sonotube sub is that it can give you a 9-10 cu ft volume in a relatively small footprint. Tucked in a corner you barely notice it ...... Sound Absorbers: There are two kinds. The tall panels are 22 in wide and 7 inch deep and probably about 6 1/2 feet tall. They are stuffed with Rouxal (roughly similar to pressed fiberglas). The depth allowws for two layers so the absorption realistically goes down to about 100Hz. . They have the same oak trim and are covered in the "Navajo White" linen to match the subwoofer. The backs are not seen and consequently are not "finished". The bottoms have a provision for a concrete block as counterweight, so they don't tip over. There are three of these panels. The other set of Absorbers has matching trim and linen covering but are meant for the corners. Again these are stuffed with the Rouxal insulation. The legs of the triangular shape are about 20 or 22 inches (Pythagorus will tell you the hypotenuse). The corner units are each in two pieces each to make transportation easier. There two sets of these (for two corners). They are about 7 feet tall. So the deal is: They need to picked up before May 5th (the sooner the better and this is absolutely on a first come, first served basis) All pieces are to be taken (will not separate) This will probably require two SUVs or a truck. I can help load. Located in SE Connecticut, near the Submarine Base and Foxwoods casino. Exit 89 off I95, about one hour from Hartford, New Haven, or Providence and about 2 hours from New York or Boston. Okay guys, who is ready to move up to high fidelity? Thanks for looking, -Tom 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 10, 2019 Author Share Posted April 10, 2019 This is an example of the Corner Absorber. I comes in two pieces and is filled with Rouxal. There are two sets of corner absorbers (for two corners). It also shows the Sonotube Subwoofer (although it is upside down - with its feet sticking up in the air). The woofer fires down (toward the feet) and the port is on the top 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 10, 2019 Author Share Posted April 10, 2019 The top photo shows the base. The first oak ring with the feet is unscrewed to gain access to the woofer (which is not being given away). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 10, 2019 Author Share Posted April 10, 2019 The top photo shows the ring (with the feet) after it has been removed. The bottom photo shows the driver which is bolted in with probably 8 bolts. The receiving end has T-nuts (hurricane nuts). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 10, 2019 Author Share Posted April 10, 2019 Again the subwoofer is upside down .... This is the back and is hidden by the wall or corner, you can see the structure of the concrete forming tube (sonotube). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 10, 2019 Author Share Posted April 10, 2019 The top photo shows the bottom after the Ring with the feet and the woofer have been removed. Inside you can see a pair of ribs that were used to strengthen the structure and also support the port. The port is 7.5 inches diameter and is large enough so there is no "chuffing" or port noise. The bottom photo shows the top, looking into the port. The wood is unfinished on top, since none of my friends can notice, they are not 7 feet tall. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 10, 2019 Author Share Posted April 10, 2019 This is the 15 inch -woofer and is sold by Parts Express. It is NOT included in the deal, but you can get it to your door for about $189 The model is RSS 390HF-4 make sure you get the HF version and not the HO version Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 10, 2019 Author Share Posted April 10, 2019 This is an example of the Panel Absorber. It is 22 inches wide and about 7 inches deep (stuffed with Rouxal insulation). These would be used to absorb side reflections (first reflections). There are three of these panels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnJ Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 Primo. You should be right around the corner from someone ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 11, 2019 Author Share Posted April 11, 2019 Gee, you folks need to look at the cost of acoustic treatments and sub-woofers. This is quite a deal !!!!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted April 11, 2019 Share Posted April 11, 2019 12 minutes ago, PrestonTom said: Gee, you folks need to look at the cost of acoustic treatments and sub-woofers. This is quite a deal !!!!! Location, location, location. If you were near, these would be mine already. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teaman Posted April 11, 2019 Share Posted April 11, 2019 9 minutes ago, CECAA850 said: Location, location, location. If you were near, these would be mine already. My thoughts exactly. I even plugged this link to a buddy in CT to see if that could pan out for the both of you. So far I have not heard back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babadono Posted April 11, 2019 Share Posted April 11, 2019 Wow Tom what a generous offer. Alas I am way too far away. Someone go get this stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 12, 2019 Author Share Posted April 12, 2019 Hey Guys, The weekend is coming up. Why not take a trip to the nearby casino. You can see a show, lose some money and pick up a free assortment of goodies. -Tom 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 17, 2019 Author Share Posted April 17, 2019 So, no one liked the casino idea. This will serve as a bump or a reminder. I can't lower the price because they are free! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 This is just crazy. How do you still have this stuff? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 20, 2019 Author Share Posted April 20, 2019 What was I thinkin' . I forgot to mention that all screws and bolts are included. Think about it folks. Acoustic treatments and a subwoofer cabinet for $00.00 Such a bargain ..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnJ Posted April 20, 2019 Share Posted April 20, 2019 On 4/17/2019 at 9:50 AM, CECAA850 said: This is just crazy. How do you still have this stuff? He doesn't live close to me, that's how. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted April 27, 2019 Author Share Posted April 27, 2019 Time is a wastin' guys. Our schedule got moved and I need to get this taken care of sooner rather then later.......... As of right now (Saturday 4/27) they are still available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted May 6, 2019 Author Share Posted May 6, 2019 These items are gone. I appreciate those who expressed an interest. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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