Hey everyone, Iain here! In this video, I'll show you my process of designing and crafting a unique pair of bookshelf speakers that ended up costing less than $150.
Links for the files to build these:
https://makerworld.com/en/models/1359817-unique-diy-spiral-speakers#profileId-1404259
https://www.printables.com/model/1277823-unique-diy-spiral-speakers
I was inspired by the iconic design of the B&W Nautilus and its connection to the Golden Ratio (Fibonacci sequence). Now, I'm no audiophile, so this project is less about the science and more about the making and crafting process. That being said, they do sound amazing.
I've been using these for the past six months, and honestly, they're the best speakers I've ever owned. The bass is a little shy on its own, but paired with a subwoofer they have seriously clean sound.
If you're curious about the B&W Nautilus and the amazing engineering behind them, here are a few videos I watched during my research:
Bowers & Wilkins - Beyond the Curve - Nautilus 30th Anniversary:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYsm_0jiVig
$100k Bowers & Wilkins Nautilus Loudspeaker Demo Experience & History:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8y7WTZHxQAU
Inside the NAUTILUS ROOM - Bowers & Wilkins' Most Iconic Speaker Design (Ep:75):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDURFRWXddM
Parts List:
2 x Dayton Audio PS95 FR Drivers
Nobsound Mini Amp (or similar)
M3 screws and M3 heat inserts (x8)
Speaker posts x4
Speaker cable (20in++)
Soldering Iron for setting heat inserts
3D printer & approx. 1kg of PLA
Hope you enjoy the build! Let me know what you think in the comments below. Cheers for watching!
00:00:00 Intro and Parts Needed
00:01:42 Designing the Speaker in Blender
00:02:43 3D Printing the Speaker Enclosure
00:04:45 Parts Overview
00:06:59 Wiring and Soldering Components
00:09:37 Sanding and Painting
00:11:09 Assembling the Speaker
00:16:17 Sound Test and Final Thoughts
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