How to - Plexiglass Subwoofer Box Window - Acrylic - CarAudioFabrication

Adding a plexiglass acrylic viewing window to a subwoofer box can give a very cool look to a custom sub enclosure. But it must be done right, in this video I show you how to make a custom subwoofer box viewing window out of acrylic. I show how to cut the acrylic, how to seal the subwoofer box so no air leaks, how to mount the plexiglass to the sub box and more!
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[@SPLEclipse]

Looks great! I've never thought of angling the gasket cuts like that to prevent leaks. Great tip!

[@guilhermecostanascimento8243]

best car audio channel in the world, by far!

[@dirtrider88]

I love your videos. very clear, precise and you don't skip steps. you have a way teaching that isn't so common on you tube. I know almost nothing about fabricating enclosures and such but Im confident that by following your videos I cant make something that's top quality, your videos are just that easy to understand. the fact you list, and link, materials and tools used is just that much more comprehensive.

[@mrroy70]

WOW! It's amazing how the correct tools can make or brake a project. I have made several Acrylic windows and none were that easy nor that nice.

[@majorxdf]

I've been watching these videos as well as the CT Sound videos and they're amazing. This is some very impressive craftsmanship.

[@barrettevans9182]

Another great video. I'm in the process of building a ported box for a 15 and was wanting to add a window to display the magnet without inverting. Keep it up my man!

[@TMouse-hd5jb]

Somehow, I knew you had a video on this topic and you were the first suggested video after searching for this topic. You have been more than helpful once again! Thank you! Cheers, be safe, and stay healthy!

[@gettinthrewlife76]

After watching this vid, I now know how to better my custom box in my trunk. Thank you Mark 👈😎👉

[@JacobFrey]

That is a gorgeous window!

[@JeepThrills20]

Awesome video Mark, I love working with acrylic. The last thing I built with acrylic was a 20' bow rail on a Baja speed boat that was lit up purple.

[@wal]

Awesome vid, clear and easy to understand ;-)

[@CarAudioFabrication]

+Dereck BigDWiz Thank you BigDWiz!

[@hobbitgottit]

two of my favorite channels. one watching the other. lol

[@Cronson82]

OOOOOOLD schoolstereodotcom!

[@mmmattbeats1]

Amazing as usual! Thank you for all your informative videos. The best fabrication vids ever!

[@apllDgrapllD]

Always informative!! Great vids I've learned a lot over the yrs which have saved me time and money!

[@theprodigy01uk]

thats some quality worksmanship right there. nice job fella!!

[@ANTIK1OAS]

I don't really have a need or the tools to do this... but every time I watch this video I'm tempted to incorporate a window in my future box design.

[@SubsonicAudio]

Yes! Right on time too I was planning on doing this on my box

[@TorqueMediaau]

this video has come up at the perfect time. just about to start a box with acrylic face.

[@2Fast4YouCL]

Holy... wow, beautiful

[@MADKAHUNA]

Thanks for the knowledge, starting my first Beauty Panel

[@vermili0138]

I don't trust myself around complicated designs, I know I'd mess them up haha. Thanks for the video, Mark!

[@sahilbhatia1338]

Beautiful art

[@vidarg75]

Beautiful!

[@CORZER0]

You do great work! Thanks!

[@ryanmoore9877]

Thats killer...wish we had a decent shop in boise...i want custom stuff done for my.mach 1

[@tripharris5022]

Great series!

[@adamsisson8492]

Damn this is SO clean. Nice video dude!

[@KGM1689]

beautiful! awesome work man.

[@MrBillygoat1974]

fantastic work

[@rofersan100]

Good morning my friend, I'm Brazilian and I really like your videos, I'm really delighted with the work of you. I would like to request a video of how you make the fabric covering on embossed pieces. If it's possible, I'm very grateful. a hug

[@tarekz9992]

Wow incredible.

[@SubExperiment]

Looks great man!

[@gangsterelmoman]

This guy really is a genius

[@angelsoverme]

Great job

[@psementalist]

Sweet action Mark your tha man

[@ukaszmazur793]

amazing!!!

[@evviemunnings6442]

nice bro great work

[@giovani91000]

Good job guy👍

[@BassheadStewie]

i love viewing windows in boxes

[@kamalabebo]

Awesome thanks

[@mahmoudelsemary6835]

awesome 👌👏

[@mechanicj4376]

very good! You look great!

[@Loudizzzzle]

Great video as usual. Love the attention to detail! LIKED!

[@CarAudioFabrication]

+Loudizzzzle Thanks man! Good to hear from you again!

[@srikantprasad3709]

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[@aG-lc6su]

New follower! Love your vids

[@Mondaventure]

Dude, you're a master artist! :-o

[@dit78]

Gut gemacht 👍👍👍👌

[@BassThrashin]

Very nice!

[@barrymonroy7138]

Can't wait

[@DamienNicholas]

what type of bolts do you recommend be used with these threaded inserts and plexiglass? And why these inserts and not the ones for mdf?

[@Broxine]

Very good video

[@headly24]

thats awesome work :O ..

[@sorinnyc]

1 Unlike ? Are you serious guys ? Come on ... This guy here try to teach you some secrets from car audio world and you dislike that ? Man ...

[@timgermanyjr]

some people just wanna watch the world burn.

[@sorinnyc]

:)) Evil People ...yes Tim Germany

[@MannuhFestIt]

Does plexiglass effect the performance of the sub and box? For a while I thought it would because there is "glass" amongst all of the would which would either rattle or cause the sound to resonate differently.

[@ryanmoore3278]

Use like to do this with a box that's already built....wonder how hard it would be

[@thephranc]

I would highly advise using acrylic specific drill bits. I drill a lot of the stuff for my day job.

[@CarAudioFabrication]

+thephranc Yes definitely, the ones I used in the video worked awesome, they are linked here: www.caraudiofabrication.com/#!acrylic-viewing-window/cw2

[@Martin1519]

Looks great but it takes up space inside the box. Is there a way to fit the plexi/acryllic flush from the inside? I assume you could run a rabbiting bid around the inside edge but how would you match that size with the size of the acryllic?

[@gettinthrewlife76]

You are awesome sir Mark👍. Take care,✌out

[@CarAudioFabrication]

+2BASS IS 2SLAP Thanks for watching!

[@rawbasicrawbasic]

What’s up I know you do a lot of car audio installation can you do a video explaining the proper hardware to install a subwoofer in a subwoofer box as far as the screws especially if you’re using a competition subwoofer which is very heavy

[@MrTimdtoolman1]

Top notch work Brother, very cool technique.

[@CarAudioFabrication]

+Tim datoolman Thanks Tim!

[@andrewdenine1685]

Damn this guy makes some nice stuf

[@seanwiggins2461]

Do I need the same cast acrylic to make a amp viewing window

[@wilcovanheek6751]

Nice work youre nice

[@frednsound]

Like it

[@tommangu9940]

Sick

[@KnightLifeVlogs]

ill be doing this with my two 15"

[@austinash9337]

Would the acrylic change the sound or are there any negatives to this instead of making it out of all mdf?

[@estees143]

Hey, love your videos. I have a question. Im attempting a false wall build in a frs. any advice on air tight sealing in areas you cant perfectly cut for on the sides? ive heard of expanding foam but wanted your take i want a professional or atleast a clean look.. also. I was thinking about using a (probably single maybe dual) high power 8" like dc m38 or x-8. Do you think that would be good or should i go for a 10" or 12" in such a small cabin.

[@Gotfaz]

my hero

[@MrAzcabowabo]

Do u not need lpck washers or nuts when using threaded inserts?

[@jameseberhardt3551]

I've learned so much from your video seriers and I really appreciate it. Where do I go to donate to future videos?

[@jayallison3538]

I would like too know what city your in to get a build done when I finish getting all the products I want in the system I love the custom work you do and would like to have a couple systems done by you if it could be possible thanks

[@Moneys169]

Mark, so if you were to use plexiglass for a whole piece of your box. You would suggest no less then 3/4” cast ?

[@aaron29851]

Man if I had the money for all the tools needed to get crazy custom I’d do it just for fun

[@antmedinamedina503]

Hey mark great work and very useful information do you reside in Arizona?

[@carlosberrios1021]

Do you have a video of a 4th order box?

[@buchics]

how did you make the layered chamfer?

[@travisgulley2652]

Can the windows on a subwoofer box be made out of the same glass that they make house windows out of

[@olegon6732]

Great videos, but how can i do this things without such a table? if i just want to do it once or twice as an normal random dude for example?

[@kaurkadak4931]

will the plexyglass vibrate and reduce sound quality ?

[@225rc]

How does that smart template work?

[@rbntamez]

Do you have any videos on installing plexiglass without using a router and the fancy equipment like the templates and extra layer of wood?

[@estefan_18]

Great DIY support. Attempting a two sub car audio to at home conversion.. Any recommendation if I make a straight plexiglass wall? For full visibility?

[@slow_rednline4874]

3/4 inch plexi minimum

[@pablodiaz4648]

is awesome in Argentina is realy hard see works like that. Is a shame waht i cant understend spiking inglish. a great job. sorry by mi inglish

[@IkansmiteU]

would it be possible to build a box for 2 zv4 12"s that will fit in a ford fiesta 2014 sedan without having to mod the car?

[@Alfie_Burke]

When drilling holes in the acrylic dose the hole in the acrylic need to be wider than the screw so the screw can slide in and out of the acrylic ??

[@bs100309]

I really need help lake season is coming. it's a polk 5000.5 and 8 650ums with two MM 10 subs

[@joseluisavich5050]

podrías traducir tus vídeos ya que me interesa mucho gracias

[@kr33p1n]

Where do you buy the vinyl you use?

[@chris120lopezcl]

What kinda vinyl did you use?

[@ninpauline]

Any one no where I can get this glass from in the uk

[@specialrequesttech]

do you build and ship custom boxes? I live in the caribbean.

[@lowhertzhighspl]

now how to add led lighting around it? bcuz viewers can buy online a premade window with the name brand etched into it. looks awesome when lit up!

[@davidcuevas788]

how do you make a custom radio mount

[@kostaskonstantinou640]

Does a subwoofer lose power when you use glass for subwoofer box for design?

[@rpmcmurphy5482]

Any sound quality reasons why I couldn't omit the plexiglass viewing window & cover with wood & carpet entire outer box with carpeting to hide enclosure?

[@lowhertzhighspl]

6:04 I would think a perfectionist such as yourself would be using the following tool (Idk the name) if I remeber correctly from my childhood, you can buy a small donut looking tool that attaches to your drill bit and tightens/clamps onto it using an allen screw, attaching it to the specified height in order to prevent you from drilling too deep for those threaded inserts.

[@allenbuttrum]

Where did you get that rabbiting bit? That’s not easy to find lol

[@NoiseBoysGarage]

Hey Mark do you have a video on stacked chamfered technics ? I've wanted to learn that I forgot to ask Bryan when I took his class . I have an idea of how it works but not certain thanks again

[@WaTTsLOk187]

I'm with you! Need to see this process!

[@rockabillypreformancerc1639]

All you use is different router bits hope this helps

[@robin9014]

Can u just used silicone for seal?

[@nightmaremunoz8384]

Currently im building a box that im using your other video to make a glowing logo. I was just wondering if you could please clear something up for me, where would i hook my wires for the l.e.d strip, to the car amp??

[@ImKittyCow]

Nightmare Munoz u could hook it to your amp power signal wire and give it it's own ground

[@Muffinfreak2]

HI, which thickness would u recommend for RMS in generell? ive build 1 box with 5mm acrylic viewing window for 800 watts rms and it shattered at the 2nd song right away. after that ive never build a viewing window box again :(

[@slow_rednline4874]

.75 inches minimum