VR3 DIY Fortress Mod + "Plus Edition"

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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    RTiA7 Bass/Midbass Network -
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    Tweeter network (most of it) put on top! :)
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • eclypse
    eclypse Posts: 595
    edited April 2013
    That's nuts! haha

    Hate to ask cause there so expensive but would one "Want" to mod there LSiM speakers?

    Not something i'm looking to at the moment as its the eve before my new 5.1 set reaches me hehe. Obviously I want to get to know my new speakers first so I can hear the difference.. just something I want to know for the future later on down the line.

    LSiM 705s, 703s and 706c.
    Full 5 channel set of Polk Audio
    Fronts - LSiM 705
    Center - LSiM 706c
    Sides - LSiM 703
    Mits WD-82842 82" DLP 3DTV
    Denon AVR-3313CI Receiver
    Emotiva stealth DC-1
    Emotiva XPA-2/Fronts XPA-3 Center-surrounds
    Oppo 103

    Loving the new Family! :)
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    The LSiM line is fantastic but I think everyone would agree modifications help almost any speaker in production today...
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • eclypse
    eclypse Posts: 595
    edited April 2013
    Looking at there cut a way pic of the inside of the 705.. theres no room inside for the mod correct with the port thingy where it is? External only?
    Full 5 channel set of Polk Audio
    Fronts - LSiM 705
    Center - LSiM 706c
    Sides - LSiM 703
    Mits WD-82842 82" DLP 3DTV
    Denon AVR-3313CI Receiver
    Emotiva stealth DC-1
    Emotiva XPA-2/Fronts XPA-3 Center-surrounds
    Oppo 103

    Loving the new Family! :)
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    It would definitely be a speaker you would need to have in front of you to ensure a good fit...
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    RTiA7's brother, the mighty CSiA6, not quite finished yet... :)
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • Drenis
    Drenis Posts: 2,871
    edited April 2013
    Wow... How heavy is that cap? Will it break off? LOL
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  • blairfrischx
    blairfrischx Posts: 259
    edited April 2013
    Yeah, that's officially the biggest cap I've ever seen in a crossover. That thing is MASSIVE! :eek:

    Good looking stuff, Trey!
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  • Moose68Bash
    Moose68Bash Posts: 3,843
    edited April 2013
    Trey,

    First you demonstrated that you are tremendously gifted in organizing closets.

    Now, your proving that you can build skyscrapers!

    No end to your talent! :smile:

    Well done, sir!

    PS: What kind of beer is in that keg on top?
    Family Room, Innuos Statement streamer (Roon Core) with Morrow Audio USB cable to McIntosh MC 2700 pre with DC2 Digital Audio Module; AQ Sky XLRs to CAT 600.2 dualmono amp, Morrow Elite Speaker Cables to NOLA Baby Grand Reference Gold 3 speakers. Power source for all components: Silver Circle Audio Pure Power One with dedicated 20 amp circuit to main panel.

    Exercise Room, Innuos Streamer via Cat 6 cable connection to PS Audio PerfectWave MkII DAC w/Bridge II, AQ King Cobra RCAs to Perreaux PMF3150 amp (fully restored and upgraded by Jeffrey Jackson, Precision Audio Labs), Supra Rondo 4x2.5 Speaker Cables to SDA 1Cs (Vr3 Mods Xovers and other mods.), Dreadnaught with Supra Rondo 4x2.5 interconnect cables by Vr3 Mods. Power for each component from dedicated 20 amp circuit to main panel, except Innuos Statement powered from Silver Circle Audio Pure Power One.

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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    haha! That's Phil!

    The beer keg is the infamous Clarity Cap SA :) (very large value)
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    I have a set of stock RTi10 here and I installed the RTiA7 Fortress Plus - yeah there is no contest.

    I actually would be interested in hearing a set of RTi10 with RTIA7 crossovers - there are some minor changes in the networks, minor value changes...

    Interesting experiment... :-P
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • theta
    theta Posts: 51
    edited April 2013
    Wow - that mount that's taller than the Coke bottle is astonishing!

    I went through building stacks for my A7s and A6 (thanks to you!) and thought THAT was huge. I have no clue how I could have shoved a bigger network into the A6! :cheesygrin:
    11.3 Theater
    RTi A7 Fronts - CSi A6 Center - 65-RT DSX Wides - RTi A1 DSX Highs - FXi A6 Rears - FXi A6 Surround Backs
    eD A5-350 (L-LFE) - eD A5-350 (R-LFE) - SVS 20-39+ (Rear-LFE) - Aura Pro x 8 Seats
    Onkyo TX-NR3010 (11.3 Neo:X) - Sony TA-N9000ES Amplifier
    JVC RS-20u - Elite 120" 1.3 Gain - XBMC Processor - TrippLite 30A Full Theater Backup

    2.1 Studio / PC
    Mackie HR824 Powered Monitors - Infinity Kappa Perfect 12" DIY
    Aune USB 24/192 DAC HPA - Sennheiser HD650/600
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    Haha! It is very large, I was surprised how much mounting room is in the CSiA6 (I have the speaker here) - there is easily 11 or so inches of depth
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    Done pics!
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • pitdogg2
    pitdogg2 Posts: 25,570
    edited April 2013
    That ought to have some GREAT bass with that keg of dynamite on top:smile:
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    haha, that is a big cap!
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • ZLTFUL
    ZLTFUL Posts: 5,653
    edited April 2013
    I feel like I keep repeating myself but, does this cap make my board look big?
    "Some people find it easier to be conceited rather than correct."

    "Unwad those panties and have a good time man. We're all here to help each other, no matter how it might appear." DSkip
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  • Moose68Bash
    Moose68Bash Posts: 3,843
    edited April 2013
    Trey,

    Great work! Absolutely awesome.

    What a project!

    Phil
    Family Room, Innuos Statement streamer (Roon Core) with Morrow Audio USB cable to McIntosh MC 2700 pre with DC2 Digital Audio Module; AQ Sky XLRs to CAT 600.2 dualmono amp, Morrow Elite Speaker Cables to NOLA Baby Grand Reference Gold 3 speakers. Power source for all components: Silver Circle Audio Pure Power One with dedicated 20 amp circuit to main panel.

    Exercise Room, Innuos Streamer via Cat 6 cable connection to PS Audio PerfectWave MkII DAC w/Bridge II, AQ King Cobra RCAs to Perreaux PMF3150 amp (fully restored and upgraded by Jeffrey Jackson, Precision Audio Labs), Supra Rondo 4x2.5 Speaker Cables to SDA 1Cs (Vr3 Mods Xovers and other mods.), Dreadnaught with Supra Rondo 4x2.5 interconnect cables by Vr3 Mods. Power for each component from dedicated 20 amp circuit to main panel, except Innuos Statement powered from Silver Circle Audio Pure Power One.

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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    Thanks Phil!

    This actually pushed the limits of my Fortress Plates but I walked away feeling comfortable going up to 10" of rod if need be. The overall stack is approximately 9.75" tall and it is a BRICK, solid as a rock! :)
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,303
    edited April 2013
    What size is that cap? I have a feeling I'm going to be shocked when I receive my MR 27 mfd..
    Polk Audio SDA 2.3tl Fully Hot Rodded. 😎

    SVS SB16 X2

    Cary SLP-05/Ultimate Upgrade.
    Cary SA-500.1 ES Amps
    Cary DMS 800PV Network
    OPPO UDP 205/ModWright Modification
    VPI Scout TT / Dynavector 20x2
    Jolida JD9 Fully Modified

    VPI MW-1 Cyclone RCM

    MIT Shotgun 3 cables throughout / Except TT, and PC’s
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  • eclypse
    eclypse Posts: 595
    edited April 2013
    Pretty damn sexy! Now ya just need to find some glass or see through speakers so one can see them while playing hehe.
    Full 5 channel set of Polk Audio
    Fronts - LSiM 705
    Center - LSiM 706c
    Sides - LSiM 703
    Mits WD-82842 82" DLP 3DTV
    Denon AVR-3313CI Receiver
    Emotiva stealth DC-1
    Emotiva XPA-2/Fronts XPA-3 Center-surrounds
    Oppo 103

    Loving the new Family! :)
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    Hey Larry,
    The 27uf MR is the same size as the 12uf MR so it is approximately 3" x 3.5" - not toooo terrible... :)

    The SA cap up top is a 47uf

    Thanks guys! :) Would be cool to mount these externally!
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • gp4jesus
    gp4jesus Posts: 1,988
    edited April 2013
    WOW!! Beautiful work, Trey! If I wasn't goilng all active w/my system I'd be more than a little envious.

    A side note: do I see a pair of one "model" XOs plus the 'A6 "beer keg" XO? Or am I missing something? Been taking advantage of the DT @ work to the tune of 55-60 hours a week plus, @ the moment, moving my large household.

    Blessings to Trey & the modded XO's end user!
    Tony
    Samsung 60" UN60ES6100 LED, Outlaw Audio 976 Pre/Pro Samsung BDP, Amazon Firestick, Phillips CD Changer Canare 14 ga - LCR tweeters inside*; Ctr Ch outside BJC 10 ga: LCR mids “Foamed & Plugged**”, inside* & out
    8 ga Powerline: LR woofers, inside* & out
    *soldered **Rob the Man (Xschop) LR: Tri-amped RTi A7 w/Rotels. Woofers - 980BX; Tweets & Mids - 981, connected w/Monoprice Premiere ICs
    Ctr Ch: Rotel RB981 -> Bi-amped CSi A6 Surrounds: Premiere ICs ->Rotel 981 -> AR 12 ga -> RTi A3. 5 Subs: Sunfire True SW Signature -> LFE & Ctr Ch; 4 Audio Pro Evidence @ the “Corners”. Power Conditioning & Distribution: 4 dedicated 20A feeds; APC H15; 5 Furman Miniport 20s
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,746
    edited April 2013
    Thanks Tony! Much appreciated!

    The A6 is the monster cap equipped crossover in the center! Good eye! :)
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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