Is sound worth it?

**TimeRender** · 05-08-2011, 07:04 PM

If you are concerned that you might get tired of the sound or that it might not be appropriate in all situations (costume parties, conventions etc.) then you can install a cut-off switch on your speaker.

**Skottsaber** · 05-09-2011, 04:50 AM

Originally Posted by Rafalema

Sound only gets old if done badly (=very cheap speaker and soundboard). It depends of the person though.

I disagree. The cheapest soundboards can be made brilliant with a good install, and the most expensive soundboards can be ruined by a bad install.

Sound overall, well IMO it's 50% of the package.
BUT. And this is very important.
Sound installs are a trick up from a stunt saber's electronics. If you are not skilled in soldering and saberbuilding, I highly recommend you do a stunt install first, it's always upgradable after all.

**Tarrell** · 05-09-2011, 05:14 AM

Sound is always worth it, i mean when you think of a lightsaber whats the first thing that that stands out; the bar of light, or that magneificent hum and sound of the saber being swept through the air. mmmmm its just to awesome.

**Rafalema** · 05-09-2011, 05:15 AM

Originally Posted by Skottsaber

I disagree. The cheapest soundboards can be made brilliant with a good install, and the most expensive soundboards can be ruined by a bad install.

Indeed. But I did say "very cheap speaker" (like the hasbro ones) and a good install doesn't have a "very cheap speaker"

**Crystal Chambers** · 05-09-2011, 08:27 AM

I have to agree with the current majority....Sound all the way. My first completed saber had sound and then I did a few stunt hilts but got bored of them quickly. I still like to have at least one mean flash light to carry around the yard at night but otherwise sound make a huge difference in a more genuine feeling saber. Boards have variety of characteristics in swing and clash sensors behavoir that you either need to adjust to or find what you're comfortable with. For instance knowing which gestures will set off the sensors might be limiting to your fighting style (depending on which board you have) but make for a better experience sound wise. Dueling with sound sabers is crazy fun.

They can take a while to do depending on your skill level, difficulty of design, etc. But I think it's well worth it. Especially when you can be proud in knowing you built it yourself.

**Big_Furry_Oaf** · 05-09-2011, 11:50 AM

Originally Posted by Rafalema

Indeed. But I did say "very cheap speaker" (like the hasbro ones) and a good install doesn't have a "very cheap speaker"

Not true. I have built 2 sabers with economy boards, 1 with the econo speaker and 1 with the premium speaker. The premium speaker is much louder and a bit clearer, but that doesn't always mean better.
I do not like a deafening activation sound and a hum you have to shout over. An economy speaker that hasn't been busted coupled with a good resonance chamber can sound great.
It all depends on what you are looking for in a saber.

**Jangotat** · 05-09-2011, 08:41 PM

Thanks for the time and knowledge everyone, but please keep going if you have more thoughts. Good builds, info a padawan wouldn't know, all appreciated. Great job!