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running full range or not full range...huh?

I'm trying to ask this question a few ways to see if I can ask it sensibly and get some help....sorry if it seems redundant.

Here's the question: is it better to remove the low bass from the signal and not send it to floor-standers that don't go down below -- say -- 35 hz because it avoids having the speaker try to do something it can't, which in turn causes distortion.

Or, is it better to just let the speakers naturally roll off the sound, and not worry about distortion (and avoid using an external crossover of pre/pro of some type).

Thanks!

--dan
dgaylin

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ngjockey
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It can be done passively as well. Had Kappa8's that had a switch on the back to high pass the lowest octave to be an easier load to the amp. Dependant on the amp's capabilities. It made no difference to my amp at the time.

It can also protect the speakers from DC with direct coupled electronics, which could cause damage or reduced headroom.
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