There's a basic rule of thumb that usually works very well: Cross over the sub one octave above the -3 db of the main's low end, e.g., if you're mains are -3 db at 40 Hz, set the cross over at 80 Hz. This counters the conventional wisdom of crossing over as low as possible. I had the same problems when I persisted in crossing over low. You will need an SPL meter, test CD, and some time to get both the sub's level and phase set properly for the flattest response in your room. I was even able to tame my room's 60 hz mode. I don't buy that subs can't be integrated well with stats or panels. It takes some time and experimentation. Don't assume just because an audio store or someone you know has plowed megabucks in their system that they know how to get a sub integrated properly.
subwoofers and panels don't mix
i have yet to experience a subwoofer that mated well with a panel speaker--ribbon, stat and planar magnetic.
each time i have heard a combination of a cone driver with a panel it sounds like two speakers. the blend is not seamless.
can anything be done to make the transition from cone to panel sound like a one speaker system, rather than reveal 2 different driver types ?
each time i have heard a combination of a cone driver with a panel it sounds like two speakers. the blend is not seamless.
can anything be done to make the transition from cone to panel sound like a one speaker system, rather than reveal 2 different driver types ?