Cheers!
The rack is a Middle Atlantic WRK-24-32. . . .
Thanks! If ever I get a rack, I will get a Middle Atlantic then.
It does look a tad deeper than what I'd want, but still looks great overall. I have to admit I still am a little afraid of the cost . . . but I'm in no rush either.
Oh whoops, I forgot to say.
It's a heins 57... The L and R are M&K S-150s, the rears are M&K 750s. The center channel is a Danley SH-Mini, and the subwoofers are Danley CS-30s. The fronts actually match extremely well, and I love the SH-Mini as a center because its off axis response is so good.
Ah, thanks. I know nothing really about these speakers, but sure would like to know more.
Yeah, I considered just removing them during none use. One of those rear doors is a walk in closet I use for storing speakers, cables, rack parts, amps and so forth.
I have to admit, even with just one panel (ok, it is like 30lbs IIRC, and the entire border is metal) it's not that fun to put it on/off the couch back all the time. If you can find something that works for you aesthetically, do it, if it allows you not to have to hassle. There was a guy who recently posted an extremely tastefully done treating, and his name is something like biznus or biz97 or something, but I don't look because I know he removed the photos. He had tritraps on the rear floor, among many other treatments, and it looked GREAT.
What's the difference between the flat, box and tube traps?
I don't know how tube traps work, but like rmk suggests, I'm thinking they are very low freq application. Between flat and box, it sounds stupid, but it's really just the shape. The towers rmk has are an aesthetic design, more stealth if you will, you can even put plants on top of them. GIK also sells table traps. RT even makes planter traps! lol
So, I think it's best to see what frequencies you are trying to dial down, and then go from there. Both GIK and RT give free advice, and their reps are regulars at different forums. b pape is the GIK man here, though Glenn stops in time to time. Ethan Winer is a regular at the AVS audio theory subforum.
You can simply email for samples of their fabrics, to see how well they match the room colors; I know I've done that already.
Since GIK stuff is so much lighter, and w/o metal borders, I might suggest those for removing/replacing, since it's easier and you won't scratch the walls, etc. And a fraction of the price.
OC 705, is that Owens Corning? Could I just buy that in sheets, epoxy it together to give it enough thickness to cut it into two triangles and then glue white acoustic/speaker grill cloth over it? Is there more to it than that?
Yes, Owens Corning. I know the 703 is supposed to be a lot cheaper. I'm not sure how they put em together, and am afraid of misinforming you. If DIY, fiberglass will be easier to work with for sure.
My pleasure; I do hope it helps, because I know others are more qualified in educating you.
OK, I decided to hunt around anyways. Here is Glenn Kuras (owner GIK) with his custom printed stuff. SWEET, if not $$$.
OK, this is biz97's post, with DELETED photos. I recommend you PM him and kindly ask to see, because it's very well done, and significantly treated at the same time.
http://forums.audioholics.com/forums/showpost.php?p=579179&postcount=11