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    Default Acrylic top plate for amp

    My Aleph is on its way to me, as is a pair of new racks as I can’t possibly fit it in my existing rack.

    As there will be plenty of air above the amp, and as the inside of the amplifier is so beautifully laid out, I was thinking about changing the top plate for an acrylic sheet, but with vents cut into it obviously.

    Can anyone recommend someone who can make such a thing?

    The internals warrant a bit of showing off in my opinion...




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    If you want it perfect get it laser cut, probably a few companies in your area.

    Benefit is as the laser cuts it finishes the edges perfectly, no frosting.

    Woodworkers could probably router it.

    Waterjet cutting would work too.

    I’m assuming cost is not a problem

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    As long as it doesn't end up costing hundreds. I'll see if anyone local does laser cutting acrylic. Thanks for the tip.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Filterlab View Post
    As long as it doesn't end up costing hundreds. I'll see if anyone local does laser cutting acrylic. Thanks for the tip.
    Looks very tidy and smart, I think the acrylic top plate is a great idea. Keep us posted how you go on
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    Cheers, will do. I found a company who do one off cuts to spec, plus their acrylic sheet comes in a variety of tints. I'm thinking bronze tint would look cool.


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    It should look cool, Rob.

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    Cheers Josie. Once the amp arrives I'll do some measurements and draw up some plans. I haven't drawn any plans since I was designing for my new business - that's fun in itself (if one is a geek like me).

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    Quote Originally Posted by Filterlab View Post
    Cheers, will do. I found a company who do one off cuts to spec, plus their acrylic sheet comes in a variety of tints. I'm thinking bronze tint would look cool.

    Unless you put a light in if the tints too dark you won’t see in anyway

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    Was thinking of doing the same with my M2x
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    Will get the measurements when Rummy moves.


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