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Does a 2-way active crossover make sense when using a REL sub connected to the amp?

Hi,

Recently at Axpona a couple of the systems that sounded the best to me had active crossovers. I have a Modwright KWA-150 SE power amp, Dynaudio Special 40s speakers and a REL T7/X sub in my system and I was wondering if there'd be any benefit to introducing an active crossover, especially since the REL sub is feed directly from the speakers connectors.

I looked at the Sublime crossovers but they are 3-way designs. The Marchand Electronics XM66 looks very interesting, but I wanted to know first if any of you has had experience using active crossover with REL subs and/or used ME products.

senna27

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helomech
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I used to have the Marchand XM66 and used it with Rythmik L12 subwoofers. Ultimately I preferred the sound of my system without the crossover unit because, unfortunately, the Marchand was not completely transparent.

I think whether an active sub crossover is a benefit depends on the quality of your system, such as whether the main speakers can handle the lowest octaves without strain and the transparency of your signal chain. 


 

 

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