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That, and a lot of components were rated very "conservatively" back in those days. For example, I had a little Eico AF-4 single-ended triode integrated amp that was rated at 4wpc, but the speakers...

Hey Nick,

I read at a guy's Paragon website that the 150-4C has a sensitivity of 95db. Not sure where he got the info from, but here's the link...
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Hey Nick,

I tend to just say Onken as it covers the basic designs. The 360 specifically refers to the cabinet's size in liters. They also have an "L" designator, which, I believe, just means...

Hey NicK,

The Onkens I am going to build are called the Onken 360's. Basically, the big, front vented (three on each side) version model. The Onken W, if I am not mistaken, is a different beast...

I hear ya! It's always a gamble when bringing a large, unknown, object into the house; especially one that makes noise!

I remember when I bought home a pair of Klipsch Belle's to restore a few...

Hey Sebrof,

I don't know how I missed this thread. Welcome aboard. And, like Nick said, it's nice to see another Lone Star member in the club. Fabulous job! I love the uniqueness of the design...

Hi Nick,

I have been in touch with your friend Kevin and he has been very helpful regarding which driver works best in a (spec'ed) Onken cabinet. You're right, he informed me that his Iconic's do...

Hi Mostly, Nick,

I'm not opposed to using "original" Altec driver's but, yeah, shipping from Europe would be high. Also, I haven't quite figured out which way I am going to construct the Onken's...

Hey Nick,

You are jamming! I wish I had half your enthusiasm and diligence; I'd be a lot further along on my Onken/Altec project if I were. On a positive note, I did manage to haul off all my...

Hey Nick,

Glad to hear the Rip-Cut works good. Yeah, Oak was kicking my butt the past couple of weeks here, too. The rain helped to keep things down but sometimes that just stirs things up even...

Hey Marten,

That's a very good idea! I have a flush mount bit for my laminate trimmer, but now I am going to have to get me a larger bit to go with my big router. Thanks!

Willy

Hey Nick,

Thanks for the PN on those woofers. Great specs, and you cannot beat the price. Yeah, some of those guide-rail systems are a bit over priced. Still, I would love to have one. One...

Hey Nick,

Yeah, I went out and bought me a new DeWalt circular saw from Lowe's, too. Like you I wanted a table saw, but the offerings at Home Depot and Lowe's were just not that great. Sure,...

Hey Nick,

Let us know how that Rip-Cut guide works. Sounds like something I could use to make all the cuts on the wood for my Onken's. Cheers!

Willy

Hey Nick,

That's great news on the PL Premium; I'm going to have to try some. I like the Titebond III, but the cure rate is a little slow. Not that I'm in a hurry, I would just like things to...

Hey Nick,

No cutting yet, but I did measure everything out in preparation for cutting this coming weekend. They're all straight cuts (thank goodness) but it's two cuts per each 24" X 48" sheet...

Hey Nick,

Man, you don't waste any time, do you? LoL! Confirmat screws are a perfect choice for particle board and MDF applications. As for adhesives, I've been using Titebond III Ultimate Wood...

Hey Nick,

How's it going? Good choice on the 4520's. Nice design and shouldn't be (too) complicated to build. Are you going to use two drivers per cab or mod them to take a single, larger,...

Hi Nick,

It's a tough decision with all the possible choices. I say throw caution to the wind and go with what your gut tells you, and, what will best suit your listening room. The right decision...

Hey Nick,

That's a pretty hefty project (in more ways than one!) but will be very nice when completed. I am just finishing up my KEF 105 restoration and will begin work on the Onken bass...

LOL! Yes, it is. I got mine early on, when they had a sale, so it wasn't too bad. They do make a "JR." version that does many of the things the Dowelmax does, but it is still $99.00.

Let us...

Hi Nick,

A Brad gun is a very handy tool when it comes to cabinet construction. It keeps things aligned while glue sets up, and it allows you to add screws later without fear of things shifting...

Hi Jean,

No worries, and no offense taken. I understand that thoughts and principals can get lost in translation when crossing the pond. If my reply seemed a bit chided, I apologize for that. ...

Hey Nick,

What's up? Did all that Onken build talk over on my thread get your juices flowing? LOL! On a serious note, the 517 is a great cabinet, and a great looking cabinet, too. It's a tough...

Hi Nick,

They're all yours; I bought my wife a new Samsung washer and dryer today so I'm tapped! LOL!

Willy