Since the Gimbal Horns are going to be hanging from the ceiling, utmost care is required for the design of the support mechanisms. Its mounting hardware is machined from aluminum rod stock. Simple details like this contribute to the structural fortitude of the final product.
In order for the mounting hardware to be flush fit to the cylinder, I created a special fixture that cuts the matching radius of the cylindrical compression chamber, ensuring a perfect fit. An indexing plate is attached to one side of the cylinder so that a hardened steel pin can fit through a press-fit bushing in the yoke and determine the horizontal orientation of the horn. Holes are transferred from a template and drilled into their respective parts.
Below is a slideshow of photos taken during the building process. Check our my other Blog posts for more information and photos about this newest Specimen.
Gimbal Audio Horn Speakers taking shape, part 2
Gimbal Audio Horn Speakers taking shape, part 1
