dan2112 Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 So a few weeks ago I had the mad idea about getting a wooden frame built for my bass terror (a la AD200). I found a local cab maker [url="http://afcustomcabinets.weebly.com/"]A F Custom Cabinets[/url] who was willing to build what I had in mind. After scouring the web and an email to Orange (which they didn't reply) I didn't really find what I was after (though I did see one or two that were made for the tiny terror). The reason why I wanted this built for my head was to make it a little more substantial and also I felt that it was a little bit exposed with all of those grilles. After a few emails and popping down to Mark's workshop for measurements and a few design discussions he set to work on my sleeve. I requested that he send me build photos (mainly because this is the first 'custom' product I've ever ordered and I thought it would be quite nice to see the build diary) which I'll share on here [attachment=88950:8._Face_...evelled..jpg] [attachment=88952:10._Edge...undover..jpg] [attachment=88951:9._Face_...th_tape..jpg] [attachment=88945:3._In_th...ail_Jig..JPG] [attachment=88946:4._Dovet...cut_out..JPG] [attachment=88947:5._Perfe...ry_time..jpg] [attachment=88943:1._18mm_...cutting..jpg] [attachment=88948:6._Clamp...ernight..jpg] [attachment=88949:7._Face_..._mitred..jpg] [attachment=88944:2._Top__...to_size..JPG] A few days later I had a phonecall to pop down to see how the head fitted in the sleeve. I'mn very happy with how it's looking so far. [attachment=88953:296650_1...534739_n.jpg] The sleeve is going to be covered in black tolex with white piping like the black Orange heads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markstuk Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Are you happy the amp is not going to overheat in there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wooks79 Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 [quote name='dan2112' post='1366533' date='Sep 8 2011, 03:44 PM']I felt that it was a little bit exposed with all of those grilles.[/quote] Looks very cool and is a nice little idea, but those grilles are there to allow the heat to escape, is there anything to take that into account on the case that will allow the heat out? Is it costing you much if you don't mind me asking? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan2112 Posted September 8, 2011 Author Share Posted September 8, 2011 There will be ventilation at the back of the amp. I should have attached a picture of the rear really It's not costing me as much as I thought it would be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan2112 Posted September 8, 2011 Author Share Posted September 8, 2011 (edited) [attachment=88954:photo.JPG] A photo of the rear of the head. There will be an oval shaped grille on the rear with the Marshall style mesh grille. Edited September 8, 2011 by dan2112 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubs Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 That looks great! These run so cool that you could probably seal the box and it'd be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wooks79 Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Nice, looking fwd to seeing the finished pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 I'd have gone with cocobolo myself ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan2112 Posted September 8, 2011 Author Share Posted September 8, 2011 [quote name='Happy Jack' post='1366632' date='Sep 8 2011, 04:42 PM']I'd have gone with cocobolo myself ... [/quote] We did discuss subtle tonal differences within the wood and screws. WE did come to a conclusion that a rubber and handle would offer a slight low cut at 40Hz to get rid of some unwanted rumble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low End Bee Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 [quote name='Happy Jack' post='1366632' date='Sep 8 2011, 04:42 PM']I'd have gone with cocobolo myself ... [/quote] Bubinga surely.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 That's ace! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 Very cool indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPJ Posted September 16, 2011 Share Posted September 16, 2011 (edited) Wow thats excellent! That's got me looking at the terror bass in a whole new light. Have you been able to source any orange tolex to cover it and how are you getting access to the DI? Edited September 16, 2011 by JPJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted September 16, 2011 Share Posted September 16, 2011 [quote name='JPJ' post='1375617' date='Sep 16 2011, 03:06 PM']Wow thats excellent! That's got me looking at the terror bass in a whole new light. Have you been able to source any orange tolex to cover it and how are you getting access to the DI?[/quote] Extension cable to the rear plate maybe? Dunno... guess we'll find out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan2112 Posted September 29, 2011 Author Share Posted September 29, 2011 (edited) Hey guys!! Sorry for being slow with the reply's, have had a mental fortnight! Anyway, it's done. Picked it up yesterday and what can I say....I'm very pleased with how it's turned out. As far as the Di and effects loop....the di on the amp is pretty useless ( have a sansamp on my pedal board) and I've never used an effects loop on an amp. Anyway, enough rambling on....here are some pictures As you can see in the picture of the rear of the head, it's currently supported by bits of wood. The head is now attached to the frame and it looks much neater. Edited September 29, 2011 by dan2112 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted September 29, 2011 Share Posted September 29, 2011 Lush Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPJ Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 I'd be so tempted to pair that with an 8x8 cab recovered in the same livery for an optical illusion stack Seriously though, that looks so much better than the stock Terror bass heads that I cant believe Orange arnt doing a similar option. Well done, lovely to see something original Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finbar Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 That looks super smart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiOgon Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 That does look good & well made too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan2112 Posted October 1, 2011 Author Share Posted October 1, 2011 Another picture for you...this time with my lovely new T-40 and the full rig [IMG]http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c215/bigbrownbeaver/photo6.jpg[/IMG] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike257 Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 I'm getting pangs of regret looking at this picture Dan - I bet she sounds great through that rig!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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