CAD oriented and ready to cut out of the oak board
Toolpath generation for the CNC router
Fixturing the board for cutting
Put the scruffier side up as that will end up on the inside of the speaker
Secure to table using carpet tape on the backside
Fire up the router!
Monitor operation from behind a protective screen
Almost there!
Removing the fixtures
First look
Parts and excess material still secured to the table
Cuts look accurate and clean
Ready for assembly!
Dry-fitting the parts before glue
Careful glue application
A look at the routered pockets. Also make sure to pre-drill all the holes for screws so the wood doesn’t split
Printed laser mount
Housing the electronics after wiring
A look at the rubber membrane and laser module
Laser on the ceiling! Getting close!
Ready for stain!
First layer on
Second layer looks good!
Ready for final assembly
Drivers mounted and box closing up for the last time
The finished product!
From the back
A look inside at the magic
Test pattern
Laser donut