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Old 06-29-2009, 11:21 AM
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Wizzy 10 Modification

I have Wizzy 10 Mod kits available.

This modification is for the EA Wizzy 10 Speaker cabinet with serial numbers that range between W10C202 and W10C321. Please note there are some cabinets within this range, sold by Bob Gollihur from the end of May 2009, that have already had the modification done.

Please note that the mod is not a radical change, it smooths out the transition from bass through the mids.

Kits are 7.50 plus the cost of shipping. If you are interested, please PM me

Thanks for all your patience

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Old 06-29-2009, 10:03 PM
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Mike,

Any way you could post instructions with pics, so we can decide if we want to DIY - it or not? Also interested to hear from anyone who's had the mod done, how do you like it?

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Old 06-30-2009, 06:00 AM
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Wizzy10 Fiberglass Batting Modification

Included: (1) Precut fiberglass batting for EA Wizzy 10 speakers, Instructions.

This modification is for the EA Wizy 10 Speaker cabinet, serial numbers that range between W10C202 and W10C321. Please note there are some cabinets within this range, sold by Bob Gollihur from the end of May 2009, that have already had the modification done. Please read all instructions carefully before beginning

Items Required: Vinyl/Latex Gloves; #2 Phillips Screwdriver; Knife, Pliers

*** Wear Gloves whenever handling Fiberglass ***

1. Use the edge of a knife to lift off the Black Snap Caps that are used to hide the heads of the grille screws. Unscrew grille screws. Save the grille screws, clear washers, and caps.

2. Carefully remove the grille from the cabinet. Save the grille standoffs (if any).

3. Remove the Woofer(s), 8 screws. THERE IS NO NEED TO REMOVE THE WOOFER WIRES. Save the 8 screws.

4. Remove Fiberglass Batting (or Foam Panel). Use pliers to remove any staples.

5. Insert replacement Fiberglass Batting. A slit is precut for the woofer wires. Align the batting where the slit, for the cable, is so that there are no gaps. DO NOT STAPLE THE NEW BATTING

6. Install Woofer, 8 screws.

7. Install Grille Standoffs (if any). Install Grille onto Cabinet, being careful not to knock over the Standoffs (if any).

8. Insert grille screws through washer and tighten screws to the point where you can no longer turn the translucent washer. Put Snap Caps over the screw heads.
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Old 07-04-2009, 10:11 PM
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This modification is for the EA Wizy 10 Speaker cabinet, serial numbers that range between W10C202 and W10C321. Please note there are some cabinets within this range, sold by Bob Gollihur from the end of May 2009, that have already had the modification done.
So I checked my serial number and it's W10B26x rather than 10C. How is this cab different?
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Old 07-04-2009, 10:32 PM
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So I checked my serial number and it's W10B26x rather than 10C. How is this cab different?
The batting material in the aforementioned "C" series cabs is slightly thicker than the batting material in the A and B series. The key to the mod, in the "C" series is a thinner batting material

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Old 07-06-2009, 01:54 PM
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Does installing the kit result in a noticeable difference in the sound produced by the cabinet?


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Old 07-06-2009, 02:21 PM
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Yes it is noticible. How noticible is more qualitative than quantitative.

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Does installing the kit result in a noticeable difference in the sound produced by the cabinet?


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Old 10-02-2009, 05:26 PM
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The batting material in the aforementioned "C" series cabs is slightly thicker than the batting material in the A and B series. The key to the mod, in the "C" series is a thinner batting material

Mike
So with my serial number W110 A020 this mod kit will not work ? the mod kit will be too thin ? what's your solution for the SERIAL NUMBER A AND B ?

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Old 10-05-2009, 09:40 AM
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So with my serial number W110 A020 this mod kit will not work ? the mod kit will be too thin ? what's your solution for the SERIAL NUMBER A AND B ?

thanks
Pierre,

We have had no issues with other cabs other than those mentioned. You can try the mod kit but I do not know what difference it would make. You might also look at your signal chain to find out if there is something in your EQ settings

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Old 10-05-2009, 12:58 PM
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I believe that the mod kit is intended to move the sound of the specified serial numbers closer to the "original" sound, as was implemented in the "A" series, which you own, and which was continued in the "B" series.

If you are happy with the sound of yours, I wouldn't worry about the mod, as there is no problem to solve.


- Mike (an "A" series owner)


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So with my serial number W110 A020 this mod kit will not work ? the mod kit will be too thin ? what's your solution for the SERIAL NUMBER A AND B ?

thanks
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Old 10-05-2009, 03:17 PM
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Mike,
I always find my wizzy 10, A serie a little too middy. Even i can correct it with the equalisation of my amp (with my clarus the mid is turn at 8 or 9 and i always use a preamp to shape the mid) that absorb a lot of the power of the sound.

I think if i can correct this too mid presence, it will be easier to find my sound, especially in quiet gigs where the wizzy 10 with his weight is the winner.
i don't worry a lot about this, but it will be so more comfortable

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Pierre,
We have had no issues with other cabs other than those mentioned. You can try the mod kit but I do not know what difference it would make.
what a pity for me
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