Categories
Amplifiers Audio PROJECTS

Vibe Audio Blackbox Stereo 4 Amplifier Testing

Two of the Vibe audio 4 channels in my collection well overdue for repair, I purchased these a while back without testing, seems like there is a distortion issue on one of the input boards and the others working 100%I’ve also got a pair of 2 channel 50wrms units, a single 100wrms 2 channel as […]

Categories
Bespoke Metalworking PROJECTS Woodworking

Racing Simulator Handbrake Mod

These are the micro controllers i started off with.Cheap chinese knockoffs from eBay.com.I went though a pack of these in just a few days, should have known better! I bought a pack of 5 and went through the lot in just a few days of testing! To be honest i wasn’t supprised… i adjusted and […]

Categories
Fabrication Metalworking PROJECTS Woodworking

Logitech G920 Racing Simulator DIY build

Logitech G920Modified shifter Hydro HandbrakeButton boxUpgraded inverted pedalsSimdash clusterHeated seat Future updates will be a better sitting position using the same Golf mk4 seat, its also heated so i will be definitely wiring that up for cold days! The hydro brake was a quick and easy mod to do as long as your comfortable with […]

Categories
Speakers ACTIVE PROJECTS Audio Restoration Crossovers PROJECTS

JBL XTI Speakers Repair & Restoration

The latest update on the JBL XTI speakers: I’ve managed to repair the metal domed tweeters as best as possible as sourcing diaphragms or replacements was very expensive! The two main JBL XTI 60 front speakers are finished (pictures to follow) The centre channel has been repaired fully and sounds great! I messed up centering […]

Categories
12v ACTIVE PROJECTS Custom Electrial PROJECTS Restoration

Astron RS-50 DC Linear Power Supply

This Astron power supply and older unit which had previously been repaired with 30A continuous 50A peak supply had to be restored, it would make a great addition to bench testing on the fly with a decent amount of current and a linear voltage. I’ve already bought and tested a pot for variable voltage control […]