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I want to insert a high pass filter between my preamp and amp (both Benchmark) so I can limit the frequencies going to my full range speakers (Ref 3A Nefes II) to over 100Hz with a 24 db/oct. slope. The 3 possible ways are passive, active, or digitally (A to D then D to A where this is done through software). I am seeking opinions on which method would be the least intrusive to the original signal (ie. best sounding). Thanks for any replies.

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Showing 1 response by macg19

+1 @soix

With speakers going down to 26Hz (not including the room), I would think you would start with the subs crossing over around 30Hz and play with the gain first, and then adjust +/- 5Hz and dial in from there. 

IMO phase should be set to zero as your subs are next to your speakers. 

And definitely play around with speaker placement. It is amazing how much a few inches in distance in any direction and 1/2 inch more or less toe in (or none) makes.

Lastly, what connection method are you using? I don't know what Velodyne recommends for 2 channel but my experience with REL is high-level from the speaker taps works best.