slush

OK I'll ask, what is an "SPL meter, etc."? Where are these things purchased and how is it done?

Thanks for the response. I think at low volume I don't hear the full range of sound. I can get the bass from the sub and highs from the RF-3's, but the sound lacks continuity - richness as you mention. Let's say maybe a tinnier sound from the RF-3's and deep base from the sub, but not a blended sound all together. I too have the RF-3's in corners and toed in. I only recently added the B&K amp to the RF-3's and you're right it made a big difference. I am not sure what my other options are with the interconnects are right now except for connecting the RF-3's to the "B" output of the Denon instead of the preout. Although I can't do it right now, would adding say a B&k (or whatever you might suggest) preamp and isolating the music system from the Denon would have much of an impact? I suppose the CD player I am using isn't helping much either. slush

Thanks for the response. Source for the CD player (an old Sony CDP C315) is the Denon AVR-1802. The B&K isn't a receiver, only a power amp - I have that pushing the RF-3II's only. As I mentioned, it is connected to the preout of the Denon. The Denon is running surround in one room, stereo speakers "B" in another room (these are an old pair of RTR Series IV speakers)as well as the CD player for all rooms. I guess that's clear. Does this additional info help? When you mention "tube hardware for your amp and preamp" you're talking over my head. What does that mean and what is the difference? slush

Yes, you are correct I am feeding the sub full range, letting it extract the LF and then to the speakers. I am not sure what you mean by "contouring". Obviosly, many things I read on this forum are over my head. One thing I certainly don't understand is the references to "tube amps/hardware" vs solid state as referenced in the first response I received. How do you tell and what is the difference? slush

I've been piecing together my 2-channel audio sytem for some time now out of monitary necessity, etc. I know little about it which doesn't help, but I do appreciate great sound quality. I need some help in improving the sound of what I have so far: (2) Klipsch RF-3 II, Klipsch KSW-12 sub. B & K 2X125 driving the RF-3 II's. Using Denon Reciever (can't remember model right now) as preamp (have B & K and sub connected to preout on Denon) I don't seem to be enjoying a full spectrum of sound from this set-up, especially at low volumes. What would be the biggest improvement I could make to this arrangement? Any other suggestions? Thanks.