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Maggies with a subwoofer system - optimization?

I need advice on how best to improve the midrange and base on my Magnapans (1.6qrs)My idea is to relieve the panels of base duty ( only feed the signal above 100 to 150 hertz to the panels and let my Swarm subs take the low end signal). I assume my midrange will improve, and the solid base performance via the sub system will fill in well. I now run a Krell S550i integrated into the Maggies, and the Krell Pre output into the DaytonAudio SA1000 Subwoofer amp.

Any feedback is appreciated - will I lengthen the life of my panels? Am I wasting my time? 

Tom8999
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millercarbon
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Aw come on, give the guy a brake.
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millercarbon
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That's what I was thinking. The cap/inductor thing I mean. ;) 

Bear in mind the whole signal will be going through that, and quality caps that size are big money. Cheap caps? The whole point is improved midrange. No way you're getting that with cheap caps.
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millercarbon
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Short answers- no, it will not lengthen the life of the panels, and yes you are wasting your time. 

A much better way to get the improvements you want is a combination of vibration control using Townshend Pods under the speakers and subs, and acoustics using Synergistic HFT Speaker and Room Kits. If you like what you are hearing now you will freak when you hear it with these.
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