Adding two JL Audio F110's to my 2 channel system


I am running Focal Diablo Utopia's with my BAT vk-300x integrated.  As good as the Diablo's sound they need a little help in my 2800+ cf room.  Hence, adding two F110's.  What is the best way to hook these up?  The f110's have a balanced Neutrik receptacle as well as line level inputs.  I would like to use the balanced preamp out on my BAT.  So, do I need a balanced cable with Neutrik connector on one end for the sub and standard XLR connector on other end for the BAT?

BTW, tried getting a hold of JL audio but customer service never answers phone or returns messages.  Any guidence would be appreciated.  


freddy50

Showing 1 response by almarg

The balanced input connectors on the F110, at least on the v2 version, are combo connectors that can accept either XLR’s or 1/4 inch TRS plugs.  So as Rhyno stated a cable having XLR’s at both ends will work.

However, I’d suggest checking with BAT and asking them what the output impedance is of the pre-outs of your amp, **especially at 20 Hz.**  The output impedance of at least some of their preamplifiers rises substantially in the bottom octave, reaching several thousand ohms at 20 Hz, due to the specific values of the output coupling capacitors used in those designs (the impedance of a capacitor rises as frequency decreases).  If the pre-outs of your amp are similar in that respect, given that the balanced inputs of the F110v2 have an input impedance of only 10K perceptible rolloff of the deep bass content of the signals received by the subs would result.

Good luck.  Regards,
-- Al