DIY High pass filters for Vandersteen Model 5A Carbon's?

All that I lack are the bass cabinets. Yes, a big reason for tackling this project was for the experience, which I am currently lacking in at age 16.. I have the sub amps, crossovers, top part of the cabinet, and all original drivers. I've been working on designing new bass cabinets, which I will probably replace once I have become more competent. I do want to save money wherever possible, (again, I'm 16) but I can shell out cash wherever necessary. I want to learn how to build high pass filters just to confirm that all of the drivers function as they should, and I plan to eventually buy ones from Vandersteen. I'm close to clueless, but I am confident that this will work out for me in the end. Thanks for your input, I'll make a DIYAudio account ASAP.

There are flat pack bass enclosures available at Parts Express. What size are the woofers?

Hey OP!

I'll talk to you over in DIYAudio then. It will hopefully be a firehose of information and many there with more experience than me in speaker building and electronics.

Best,

E

Apparently I had an account already. Same username as this one; do you suppose I should make a thread?

OP, if I was you, I would immediately get in touch with Richard Vandersteen himself.  You can call Vandersteen and ask to speak with him if he doesn't answer.  Tell him your story, age and that you want to learn. I can PROMISE you that he will help you in any way he can. he will spend time to also teach you and may even give you some brands to look at using.  I doubt that he will give you the dimensions of the cabinet and how it's supposed to be put together, but you never know.

I think he's getting back this week, so give it a try.  None of us will be able to give you the info that he will.  Let us know.