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Applying a Coating to Paper Speaker Driver

post #1 of 6
9/2/04 at 3:28pm
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Hey
The paper cones on my speakers appear to be deteriorating, and they arnt very stiff. Would it be wise to apply a layer of glue or something to stiffen and to protect the paper cone? What are the disadvantages?
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post #2 of 6
9/2/04 at 8:41pm
No. That is a good way to destroy your speakers. If they're inexpensive speakers, your local hi fi technician should be able to replace the drivers with equivalents. Otherwise just ditch them and buy new speakers. If they're expensive speakers and you like them, you should be able to get replacement drivers from the manufacturer.
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post #3 of 6
9/2/04 at 11:37pm
Parts express has something called "the wet look" thats specifically made for this purpose.
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post #4 of 6
9/3/04 at 12:35am
Just keep in mind that it isn't reversible. DIYers sometimes try this to tweak many issues like resonance peaks, etc. If replacing the drivers is your only alternative, you may as well try it! Just keep the applications as light as possible. You have nothing to lose if your drivers are busted. Just keep those coats thiiiiiiin as possible.
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post #5 of 6
9/3/04 at 1:14pm
This is called speaker doping. One way is to apply, believe it or not, elmers white glue, watered down a bit. It does not always help, so be prepared for anything. If you hate the speaker otherwise, what do you lose?
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post #6 of 6
10/21/04 at 10:53pm
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Originally Posted by Barry
This is called speaker doping. One way is to apply, believe it or not, elmers white glue, watered down a bit. It does not always help, so be prepared for anything. If you hate the speaker otherwise, what do you lose?
Does this change the tone of the driver? i wanted to try this with some headphone drivers.
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