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hello,what is the general rule for running speakers large or small? i know that most receivers (including mine) have the crossover set at 80hZ, but i would like some more clarification.
for mini-monitors that only go down to 60hZ or so, it seems obvious to run them small, but what about small floorstanders? my main speakers are slim floorstanders with dual 6.5" woofers. they're rated to going down to 35hZ, but i think that it's more like 45 plus some help from the bass port. so, should these be run large or small? other people who own similar floorstanders, what do you run yours as? it seems like mine are "in between" settings, so what are the advantages/disadvantages for running small/large?
i use them about half and half for movies and music, and i don't ever play them ridiculously loud. also, i have a small center, small surrounds, and a 10" powered sub.
thanks for the help,
richard h
Richard,Depends.
Basically, what you are seeking to do is to have the most dynamic system possible to handle the high peaks in action movies. By setting to "small", you offload a tremendous amount of work from your main speakers and amp to the sub. But it's a double-edged sword: can your sub take this extra work?
Listen to both on films with some dynamic effects. Which setting produces the greatest sense of ease? A really great test is to play back dynamic passages at the same relatively high level---maybe higher than you normally listen---and listen for distortion with both settings. This should give you a great idea of which way is best for your gear.
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