Eden D410XLT, now what?

[alaskaleftybass]

I did the same with a Carvin 210. I put Deltalites in it and it sounded fantastic. It was light too. I pulled the Deltalites out for another project and replaced them with Deltas and again it sounds fantastic, but is heavier. When I did this, I didn't know about matching speakers to cabinets. So I guess I was lucky twice? I checked the specs when I found out about matching, and the cabinet I had matched the specs of both the Deltalites and the Deltas other than they handled more power. I say measure the cab and check the specs on whatever speaker you want to use. If they are a match, use them.

Deltalites are the way to go. Power and lightness.

If you want Eden replacements, these aren't priced too bad for new speakers. They are 8 Ohm, so would need to be wired series parallel.
Eden 1060 replacement PMR# 25EDX SWR / AMPEG Fender G&K 10" Bass Guitar Speaker | eBay

Great suggestion. I knew someone would find some Eden speakers somewhere besides brand new. I snicker when I read someone complaining about Eden speakers or cabs. They were truly monsters in their day and your cab will be a monster once you finish it. I like the idea of Duratex but fair warning I've read quite a few threads about taking off carpeting and it's no easy task. On the other hand, once refinished, the Eden will look like a traditional Eden cab if you leave on the carpeting, and there's absolutely nothing wrong with that.

 

[Smooth_bass88]

The right kind of speakers for this will be pricey. And you have to make sure it's the correct impedance.

 

[David A. Davis]

I’ve emailed Eminence to get their recommendation for replacement speakers.

 

[jchrisk1]

I've had good luck cleaning up rat fur with a beard trimmer. It works great.

 

[David A. Davis]

I've had good luck cleaning up rat fur with a beard trimmer. It works great.

Did you do anything else to it to keep it from “balling up” again? Just wondering if there’s something that can be applied to prevent it from doing that?

 

[jchrisk1]

Did you do anything else to it to keep it from “balling up” again? Just wondering if there’s something that can be applied to prevent it from doing that?

No, not that I'm aware of. I think the sliding it around when hauling is what makes it fuzz up. I just try to place it in my vehicle instead of shoving it into place.

 

[Paulabass]

You can always buy a used working 410xlt for $300, and put the speakers in your box.

 

[David A. Davis]

You can always buy a used working 410xlt for $300, and put the speakers in your box.

Are you having a hard time with what’s going on? Perhaps you should reread everything in this thread again before commenting.

 

[Paulabass]

Are you having a hard time with what’s going on? Perhaps you should reread everything in this thread again before commenting.

Not at all. That was humor. I will type slowly- It might just be cheaper to buy a working cab.
I realize you have a project, but I'm with the majority here- You will spend more than it's worth to built a cab with little value, and no guarantee of the quality of the finished product.

 

[David A. Davis]

I should have stated this at the beginning, but here goes. I understand that putting other than OEM spec in will alter the sound/performance. I also understand the price of drivers and the diminishing returns that could be involved, it’s a heavy cab, yada yada yada.....
The fact of the matter is I’m in for 40 bucks. I haven’t done anything to the cab and I’m in no hurry.

 

[scuzzy]

If the Eminence Delta 10's spec out nicely, it could be a good budget-conscious option. I'm sure Eminence will let you know what in their line will work.

I understand the desire to tinker and take something from not-working to working, while potentially spending more money than some are comfortable with. I look at it this way....you are recycling, and you will end up with unused speakers (if you buy new) and don't have to worry about the mileage and history put on a used cab, that could crap out at any moment.

I do think the idea of chopping it in half and making two 2x10's would be awesome. Especially if you determine to re-finish the cabs.

 

[QweziRider]

New casters: I LOVE Mesa casters. Slide right off when you need them to.

 

[loveandbass]

Tough crowd
Jeez

I’m not sure saying “just forget it; dumb idea” is beneficial to this thread

 

[scuzzy]

Tough crowd
Jeez

I’m not sure saying “just forget it; dumb idea” is beneficial to this thread

some people have no sense of DIY or tinkering for the sake of tinkering in their DNA. I have learned that they cannot and will not ever understand the desire to do so. arguments regarding it are fruitless.

 

[Paulabass]

Tough crowd
Jeez

I’m not sure saying “just forget it; dumb idea” is beneficial to this thread

I'll admit it was over done, and I was part of it. Sometimes you have to just say dumb idea tho'. Last week someone wanted to strip a Squier bass. An unbelievable amount of foolish work to end up with a worthless plywood bass. These people need to be told 'Put on the brakes and think about this!!'
At the end of the day, anybody can do anything they want with their own gear, but a subtle hint is not always enough.

 

[Linnin]

Did you do anything else to it to keep it from “balling up” again? Just wondering if there’s something that can be applied to prevent it from doing that?

After you clean and shave the carpet, would something like Scotchguard help from pilling up again? Since Vaseline is out of the question.

 

[Runlikegregg]

I’ve emailed Eminence to get their recommendation for replacement speakers.

share with us when you get it

 

[Amano]

Good change this speakers might work fine.

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I would not go for the neodymium route the cabinet itself is allready heavy anyway.

 

[JRA]

I’m not reselling it, So we can stop talking about that suggestion now. I’m not going to throw just any old drivers in it, so we can let that go too. Speaker technology has advanced quite a bit in the 15 years these have been around. I kind of figured by now someone would have put some neos in one and had some thoughts.

i admire your tenacity!

while there are real issues regarding the box and which drivers to load: you are right for thinking there might be a solution/options other than the OEM's. for one thing: the box/ports can be modified (in lots of different ways!), if necessary. it's less of a crapshoot if you do your proper homework first! you might also have some fun spec'ing this out...

good luck!

 

[alaskaleftybass]

It will work with a little blood sweat and tears. Persist and you will be rewarded with a beast of a cabinet. Myself, I'm with the group that's not set up to do DIY projects, but those of you brave souls hats off to you! Good luck and let us know how it turns out. I'm subbed and watching with great anticipation!