Talk box driver choice.

[jrc4558]

Hey everybody!
I wonder how important it is to use a midrange, not a treble driver, when building a talkbox? I'm trying to save room, and the midrange drivers available to me are just too big. What do you say? Will it sound alright or will be too thin? Thanks!

[petemoore]

  ...tried with cheepo driver...kinda worked
  tried with Altec 808A driver [30w] and little tube amp driving it
  Worked great ! Probably overkill, [what volume knobs are for  ] but that's better that than a killed Driver coil.
  I've heard using too much power can cause dental problems.
  Dependant on the mic and PA of course
  I used to blow HF Driver diaphrams, then started using 'larger' Diaphrams, and less power [there's a 'certain sound' drivers make...a range of volumes that they'll handle, and another *certain sound when exceeding their volume range...to be avoided...].
  Basically, HF Drivers are easy to blow if they're pushed, limiting Lower frequencies [mids ITCase], and harsh peaks, goes a long way to achieving long life.
  It doesn't take all that much power to get HF Drivers to make loud noises, be certain they can handle what they're given.
   

[jrc4558]

Well, I'll try both and just post here I guess. I'm just happy that the HF driver cost $13.99 CAN. Crappy one too, but it's DIY