Perhaps someone here at LHF ( talented in woodworking ) will consent to a contract for a custom build of "Salad Bowls" .
- Almost a decade ago, I got by using these ( with my first generation MTMs ) ;
I crossed them over at @ 1000hz .
- At $25.00 a piece, they are a true steal for a nice bit of metal casting .
- " I got by" , means I was able to enjoy the "Pin-Point" imaging obtainable from an axis-symmetrical horn ( without much financial investment coloring my assessment of their capabilties ).
- The low buy-in allowed me to ( guilt free ) retire these horns when I finally decided I was ready for a larger sweet-spot .
- Some will need to add this adapter ( into the cost equation ) when using a 1.5" exit driver ;
( since the Selenium HL14-50 has a 2" entry ) .
- I then went to 60x30 ellipticals ( JBL H5038s to be precise ) .
- Since those Paragon Horns are virtually unobtainable, the next best standin will be something like this ( though with a 1.4" entrance ).
- One advantage to these horns ( from
Faital Pro ) is that the bell is fully terminated ( unlike the JBLs which are truncated ) .
- I found that the ellipticals were almost as "pure" as the rounds ( for imaging ) but over-all had a "wider & deeper" sound-stage .
- All-in-all , everything mentioned above, I view as necessary "kit" for those who want to explore the fascinating world of DIY imaging ( in a step by step manner ) .
- Currently I enjoy using some Emilar EH500 ( 90x40 ) radials . They're imaging is noticeably shallower and wider , when compared to the ellipticals .