Question about board spacing and orientation for 6 QB288 V2’S for a 5x5 area

[Drumtrip8420]

Waiting on my 6 QB288 V2’s to arrive and getting started mocking up the frame. Going in a 5x5 area and the frame is 48”x48”. Which way would be best to space/position the boards? I’ve seen builds with them running long ways and short ways but wanted to see if anyone has any good input. Also what would be the ideal spacing for each board?

I took a few pictures of the mock up however I can’t seem to figure out how to attach them to the post

Thanks again.

[DaveJonesFan]

This amazing illustration is not exact (but it's actually pretty close, check it) but probably sort of what I would be looking to do. It just feels right. Edge of picture is 5x5, big rectangle is the 4x4 frame.

Maybe push them out closer to the eges?

[LEDG]

This amazing illustration is not exact (but it's actually pretty close, check it) but probably sort of what I would be looking to do. It just feels right. Edge of picture is 5x5, big rectangle is the 4x4 frame.

Maybe push them out closer to the eges?

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That’s probably what I’d do to. You’re right about pushing out to the edges - it’s amazing how much light the centre picks up. It’s usually best to favour the edges.

[DaveJonesFan]

[DaveJonesFan]

Just for fun, did a couple for how my light spacing in 4x8 changed between just the old 12 cobs on bars and then after adding the more diffuse slate 2 triple qb kits sort of to the center of each square.