Making horns.

[simonms]

Hi Everyone,

Just joined the forum in hope of some advice on machines that may suit my purpose.

I make loudspeakers and at present the mid range horns are commissioned, here is a picture of how they come in.

DSCN1737 by mearssimon, on Flickr

They are made from 18mm layers of ply, joined on dowels and glued then sanded back. The sanding takes some time to get the steps out before they are sufficiently smooth.

The top 2 123d make images are the horns that I am now looking to make (different shape). I have had quotes to have then done on a 5 axis machine (expensive) and also on 3 axis in 2 halves joined down the center and smoothed inside and out.

I want to cover all my options and may consider buying a machine, I have a budget of £7-8K.

Any advice would be most welcome,

Many Thanks,

Simon.