For some of you guys that have been following my current project, here's an update on my new 4351 Studio Monitor. Had to call it something. The project grew out of lack of acceptable space for my 4350's. They're currently sitting next to my big screen with a mere 1/2" gap between wall/speaker/TV/speaker/wall. Am affraid at full tilt that they might degause my TV???
Since JBL never found their way clear to make a verticle version of the 4350 I decided to give it a try. They take up less floor space than my Sovereigns and when the second cabinet is done, they'll sit on either side of the big screen with noticeable space left over. They kinda look like 4345's on steroids but the cabinet dimensions are identical to the horizontal sitting 4350. Since the baffle arrangement of the 4350 does not lend itself to placing them upright I had to come up with another idea. The jury is out right now as to how they will sound. Will keep you all posted.
The high freq drivers are up higher in these cabinets and should help solve a common complaint of the 4350 in home environments. Although my wife has never complained about my 4350's she will surely notice the difference when they're both in place. These are as close to livingroom friendly 4350's as you can get. For you guys that are thinking of building 4350's, you might give some thought of going higher instead of wider. More later when I get them both done and grilles made - any news on the blue cloth??? Regards - Rick