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Using PA Speakers In A Home "Audiophile" Application!

Hi guys,

I am a bit inspired to explore/trial usage of a pair of PA speakers at home after i attended a live event recently. 

I looked at some Yamaha PA models and zoomed in on one that isn't too huge/heavy, relatively easy to move around perhaps. 

Are there any audiophiles here who had relative satisfaction trying such speakers at home? I am also thinking that this may not be a great idea, but, just curious at the moment.

 

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rolox
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I'm using PA drivers and horns and cabs (Peavey FH1 bass horn) in my main system, but the difference between a hi-fi setup and a pro PA set-up most often lies in the crossover. If you're after max SPL you probably go with different frequency crossovers and slopes - to protect the drivers from over excursion or over heating - than when your goal is maximum fidelity and smooth transition between drivers and phase coherency. That makes a HUGE difference.

Still, I'm sure that there are pro speakers that could be used in a home environment but those are far from the majority.

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