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Does pin hole in woofer affect sound quality?

Hello. I own a pair of 2nd generation DCM Time Windows. I am the original owner of these incredible loud speakers. I am currently restoring my 1980's era Hi-Fi system, including the Time Windows.  After removing the grill cloth from the speakers, I noticed one of the woofers in one of the speakers has a pin hole in the diaphragm paper. How much will this affect the sound quality and response of this speaker? Should I consider replacing this woofer? Thanks!
rockstar84
petg60
1,486 posts
 
If the hole is round with no edges (check both sides of driver) no issue unless it distracts visibly. Otherwise, if you feel some edge that may produce a tear later, any if the above will do, preferably wood glue or nail polish that matches with drive unit coulor. Just a small amount on a needle pin.
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erik_squires
16,130 posts
 
No effect on sound now, but patch it so it doesn’t grow. Don’t change the mass of the woofer. I mean, you have to but don’t do anything big that could significantly alter the driver mass. A dab of fingernail polish or tiny patch along with it is fine.
donvito
400 posts
 
Here ya go!
https://www.amazon.com/Krazy-Glue-Original-Purpose-Instant/dp/B01NCP64T0/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&hva...
teo_audio
2,197 posts
 
A pinhole will affect the sound qualities, but mostly in the transient mix aspect of the resonant tail of harmonic structure.
oldhvymec
5,101 posts
 
or a couple fiberglass hairs
where is he supposed to obtain that?

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K, for you only.. The last place you punched a hole in the wall. Look in there..  How about a walk through Home Depot. Look on the floor in the insulation department..

Toilet paper, just like a cut on your face from shaving. Dab with nail polish, dab on the the TP, depending on the color of the paper, is whether you use it FIRST or not.. LOL Brown TP White TP, you choose..
OK.. Only for you though K..

Regards..
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