Hi forum... 'beena while since I posted. Currently working on backyard with pool renovation, multi-level deck (about 1500 sqft concrete and 500 sqft ipe hardwood) incl. outdoor kitchen, fire pit, water feature, etc. Interested in building a pair of speakers under a covered patio to "rock the back yard". 'Thinking 8" or 10" MMT or MTM with compression driver + horn/guide. Hoping to keep it simple with active 2-way, either Dayton Audio PPA800DSP or separates like Bryston 10b and some vintage power amps I have lying around (Adcom 555, Sumo Andromeda (2), Parasound 2250). Looking for a smooth hi-fi sound (decent imaging would be nice) but high output when desired.
For sub, I have a ton of room under the deck (or under the patio - maybe as a coffee table?). Perhaps a couple of 15s or 18s in a big vented cab. There will be a TV under the patio - so some movie viewing - but music is more important for this system (we have a dedicated media room). -3dB @ 30hz is probably good enougn, but I'll take 25 . I'd use a big pro amp like Crown K2 for this.
Total budget (not including amplifiers) is $3k max - less is better.
Appreciate any guidance from this esteemed and vaunted forum!
dave
For sub, I have a ton of room under the deck (or under the patio - maybe as a coffee table?). Perhaps a couple of 15s or 18s in a big vented cab. There will be a TV under the patio - so some movie viewing - but music is more important for this system (we have a dedicated media room). -3dB @ 30hz is probably good enougn, but I'll take 25 . I'd use a big pro amp like Crown K2 for this.
Total budget (not including amplifiers) is $3k max - less is better.
Appreciate any guidance from this esteemed and vaunted forum!
dave
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