kidwolf908

While most people recommend MDF for baffles, I've seen many times people with MDF baffles having to replace them after only a few months due to weathering deteriorating them, so which baffles do you guys recommend? I am between these baffles (MDF) from elemental designs: http://www.edesignaudio.com/edv2/pro...products_id=76

and these baffles (PVC) from http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...MEWN:IT&ih=014

Will the PVC lessen my SQ or cause any unwanted anything? Thanks in advance guys!

Dakine

yeah i saw those ebay ones also. i say go for the pvc one.

kidwolf908

Yea I think I'd risk the SQ drop just for the peace of mind that they would never fall apart...

Plus, how can PVC be negative? What's the difference?

Thermalzeal

SOllld for $20 shipped.

The best way to use MDF is by getting an extra can of paint and doing it several good sprays. This is an easy solution for those whose time = money.

Keeshwah

Never heard of PVC being used, but I've heard of HDP (High Density Plastic) being used. It's found in cutting boardings and it's stronger and sturdier than MDF. You're not risking SQ loss with it, it's just more difficult to work with.

Thermalzeal

Imo, the PVC is easier to work with...Its not like its that much harder to drill into it or anything, Plus im liking the extra circular ring for the metal shroud on the speakers. I think I'll get these instead of edeads set they got goin on.

Keeshwah

i like using hurricane nuts so i can swap out drivers and i dont know if something similar can be used on plastic.

SePaTc

MDF is pourous and is not "sealed". ie, if u want to protect it from weathering and the elements, all u need to do is spray with a thin coat of polyeurethane and let it dried. MDF is now sealed and resistant to expanding, cracking, bowing, etc...

PVC cracks and will vibrate/flex more than mdf. also, isn't really a good sound deadening/proofing material.

but hey, they're only component speaker baffles, probably won't make too big a difference.

nodsetse

If you're really concerned you could mount them in the kick panels instead. Then you wouldn't have to worry about water, and you'd greatly improve SQ, compared to the door mounting location.