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I have been toying around with using a sub for my 802d's since I got my F113. I am using a Krell HTS 7.1 as a pre. Currently I am using it in stereo mode which allows the use of a sub. I find running the speaker as small and sub set at 80hz gives me the best results. But using the HTS in pre mode (Krells mode for pre\pro bypass) achieves a better resolution but does not feed any signal to the sub. Also I will probably upgrade to a good 2-channel preamp with HT bypass some day. So this is where my dilemma lies, how do I run pure 2-channel with a sub without loosing any resolution. The two options I see so far are:
1- Use an in-line crossover on my speaker outs. I would run a filter between my pre and amp on the main fronts XLR cable, then run my pre out main fronts RCA to the sub. I will either run the RCA lines in stereo to one sub or probably ad another sub to run stereo. What I have found for this method is Vandersteen's adjustable crossovers. They will sell them as a stand alone unit which lists for $795/pair in XLR balanced configuration. Has anyone used these or know of a similar product? Do they take away from the sound or resolution?
2 - Use a high end capacitor set to the desired crossover frequency. I am not an electrical engineer so don't know if I have the skill to do this. Anyone try this method? How hard is to set up an in-line capacitor if possible?
3 - Any other ideas?
Now this week I should receive my MC501's
to replace my KAV-2250. Maybe these new amps will open my speakers enough where I feel there is enough bass and this is a moot point. But until then any input or help would be much appreciated.
1- Use an in-line crossover on my speaker outs. I would run a filter between my pre and amp on the main fronts XLR cable, then run my pre out main fronts RCA to the sub. I will either run the RCA lines in stereo to one sub or probably ad another sub to run stereo. What I have found for this method is Vandersteen's adjustable crossovers. They will sell them as a stand alone unit which lists for $795/pair in XLR balanced configuration. Has anyone used these or know of a similar product? Do they take away from the sound or resolution?
2 - Use a high end capacitor set to the desired crossover frequency. I am not an electrical engineer so don't know if I have the skill to do this. Anyone try this method? How hard is to set up an in-line capacitor if possible?
3 - Any other ideas?
Now this week I should receive my MC501's
to replace my KAV-2250. Maybe these new amps will open my speakers enough where I feel there is enough bass and this is a moot point. But until then any input or help would be much appreciated.
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