How to Suppress Unwanted Modes

Ever wondered how Maximum Modal Suppression works, reducing unwanted HF distortion  for our flagship compression drivers by changing the size and positioning of the annular slots in the phase plug? Here’s the official word, as documented in the 123rd AES Convention Paper by Dodd & Oclee-Brown.  Full paper attached. A New Methodology for the Acoustic […]

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Crafting the Ideal 1×12 Guitar Speaker Cabinet: A DIY Guide

Building your own 1×12 guitar speaker cabinet is a rewarding project that allows plenty of scope for customisation and the great news is you don’t need to be an acoustic engineer to design a fantastic-sounding cabinet! While measurements like the Thiele-Small parameters (Vas​, Qts​, Fs​, etc.) are crucial for high-fidelity audio or bass cabinets, guitar […]

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Next-Generation High Frequency: The CDX14-3055 and CDX14-3045

Celestion has reinforced its position in the professional audio market with the introduction of two new 1.4-inch exit, neodymium magnet high-frequency compression drivers: the CDX14-3055 and CDX14-3045. These drivers are more than just updates; they represent a significant advancement in Celestion’s line of large-format compression drivers, offering pro-audio users enhanced performance and greater flexibility for […]

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BUILD THIS: 18-inch Bass Reflex Enclosure Featuring the TSQ1845

Loudspeaker cabinet designer Bill Fitzmaurice has designed a bass reflex cabinet, specifically for use with the Celestion TSQ1845, our 18-inch cast aluminium chassis neodymium magnet low frequency loudspeaker. Constructed from 12mm plywood, this design realises the maximum performance from the smallest and lightest cabinet possible. The TSQ1845 driver has a 4.5-inch diameter copper voice coil, […]

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Wiring Your Own Guitar Speaker Cab: Keep It Simple!

So you’ve built a beautiful cabinet and picked out some sweet speakers—now comes the wiring! Don’t overthink this part; it’s one of the easiest steps, but getting it right is crucial for killer tone and reliability. The Best Wire Type: Stranded Copper Forget solid core, shielded cable, or anything fancy. For internal wiring within your […]

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BUILD THIS: 21-inch Bass Reflex Enclosure Featuring the TSQ2145

Loudspeaker cabinet designer Bill Fitzmaurice has designed a bass reflex cabinet, specifically for use with the Celestion TSQ2145, our 21-inch cast aluminium chassis neodymium magnet low frequency loudspeaker. Constructed from 12mm plywood that’s supported by bracing, the design offers a more lightweight solution to 18mm plywood, while being as structurally sound as a cabinet made […]

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