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Weapon of Mass Destruction
Here is my DIY octagonal subwoofer, Grond.
Named after the battering ram used to destroy Minas Tirith's Gate during the Battle of the Pelennor; which took its name from Morgoth's Hammer of the Underworld. 
Dayton 12" DVC Subwoofer Driver 
Rear panel view
Baseplate with thread rods through the dowels
Interior with bracing half way up
Grond in disguise
Net internal volume: 90L
Shopping list:
Parts Express:
DAYTON 12" DVC SUBWOOFER - Part Number 295-185
GOLD PLATED BI-AMP TERMINAL - Part Number 260-304
3" x 11-1/2" PORT TUBE DUAL FLARED - Part Number 269-932
Supplies:
16mm MDF [5/8'']
Wood glue
Panel pins
Chipboard Screws
Polyester Batting
Caulk
Thread rod
Dowel
Driver Mounting Bolts
Wood primer
Silvershine paint
Acknowledgements:
Members of the Home Theater Forum > DIY and Advanced Projects - For their great advice
Dumi Dumisa, Logan Govender and Dan Mohanlall - For their part in the fabrication process