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Enigma Subwoofer 1980s

I was given a subwoofer that I was told came from the 1980s. It is called an Enigma Subwoofer. The subwoofer comprises 4 woofers mounted in a 2x2 array. There is no cabinet/enclosure around the back side of the speaker (finite baffle).

I believe it once included a controller which I do not have (probably a low pass filter/limiter).

Has anyone heard this subwoofer or know anything about the company that made it? If so, I would appreciate any feedback on the quality of the speaker/sound quality. If this was a reasonable speaker I might want to try to use it. My concern would be damaging the speaker by overdriving it. Would anyone know the amount of power it could handle? I would probably limit the frequency below 80Hz. I would also probably try to use an equalizer on it.

Thank you very much for any input you can give me.
Regards,
Gary
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I have the entire system – (array,amp and controller) utterly fantastic -- no booming just pure unmitigated pure base -- the woofer with its 4x15 inch drivers should be positioned about 18 inches in front of the full range speakers -- on choral pieces it is absolutely stunning. The power and controller sections are in for check up now as is the array being inspected for integrity of the cones. This was a find – purchased in the late 80”s used. Few were produced and rumor is that they were in the $8k range back in the late 70's early 80's – it is large standing on pylons floor to top 46 inches high – array is 34x34 x8inches –power amp and controller separate units well over 45lbs. Would like to find schematics for my techs. The combination of this unit with valve pre and amp plus the floor standing ProAch’s and Von Schweikert S1 produces an amazing sound environment. I will repost any technical information assembled after the tune up on this site for anyone fortunate enough to have discovered one of these monsters!
THS 10/11/13 -- csynergy10@aol.com
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