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Hi, trying to improve base from Cornwalls. I’m wondering about the correlation between bass output and impedance. Currently have Eminence kappa lite 3015 LF4, which has a large, sudden impedance spike centered at 45hz. Wondering if that’s why I when I measure they drop off a cliff at 45hz. Wondering if Fital PR400 which have similar impedance spike, but at 35 hz, (and average 6db louder from 35 to 70hz), would likely give me 10hz lower bass, (and boosted output below 70hz)? does the extreme impedance spike basically shut the woofer down at that point? thanks, Ted ps. Or should I just get subs? I never listen above 85db and don’t listen to EDM, hip hop, pipe organ music, (and only music, no home theater) so I’m not looking to get subterranean base

Hi, I have Cornwalls that I can’t get below 45hz measured. Can you explain your room treatments in a little more detail? And if you’ve made changes in the past year? Thanks

Chris, you make a strong case! Maybe I’ll pause and seriously look into a 2 way k402 system.I’m not be sarcastic here at all, but you seem to really advocate for 2 way, active biamping as the best solution for high quality horn systems. I will reread you major post on active biamping and give some real thought to it. Thanks

Chris, thanks for the response and all the info I’ve seen you post. Just to clarify, would the above info be applicable when using the 4592 mid ( non coaxial), crossing over at 500/5500 in a passive 3 way? I’m getting more convinced of active networks all the time, but if I decide to go that route I would need to do complete planning for that approach. Your active crossover “tutorial” on the forum is a great resource, but just want to clarify that I’m talking 3 way here. I’m not deeply experienced in speaker/crossover design yet, so apologies if I’m not understanding you correctly. thanks, ted

Yah. I was thinking there probably can’t be much of a difference or they would of made them a different product number to really differentiate them from the already popular 4592

Great points from everybody! Maybe it’s not that some recordings sound bad, but just so much less than the really good ones. Demastering sound so interesting, but I feel a large learning curve is involved. (I’m starting the learning curvre to get to active networks first)

Any idea how the sound compared to “standard” 4592’s?

The TAD 4002 would certainly be my ultimate choice! I guess like everybody I would have to be able to justify the large expense. You’re not the first person to say they are clearly better than anything they’ve had before! Thanks

Maybe this is the entire quest in Audio?

Hi, I'm wondering if people have ever had problems with there system being TOO transparent? I’m mainly thinking in terms of a system revealing less then great engineering or mastering from track to track. Anybody find themselves gravitating to music they know is well recorded rather than music they may like, but can’t stand the bad recording? High transparency is hearing everything, warts and all. Has anybody addressed this issue when choosing gear? Example, using a less transparent Dac with a very transparent amp/preamp or vice versa? My question is a little muddled but hopefully you get what I’m bringing up. thanks for any perspective on this, Ted

Hi, Wondering if anybody has heard the HE version of the 4592? Jack at Assitance Audio said it has a shorting ring and comments, “To me it sounds cleaner and more refined. To those that prefer the regular version the HE version sounds thinner, with slightly less content. (The HE has the same original signal, just less of the harmonics.) Any general comments on 4592 experiences, comparisons.? Also any comments on Beryllium diaphragm in a 3 way system ( 6000hz cut off) Radian 950/951? thanks for any input.

Yeah, ive heard of los of people upgrading caps and resistors in Pagoda and Orchid for better analogue output stage. Sounds temping

How’s the base on Pontus, I’ve had Ares2, wondered if the much bigger power supply on Pontus helped base and overall solid sound?

You thought the Pagoda was a little better than Metrum? (Onyx, Pavsne?) I’m interested in MHDT, wondered if the tube in a Dac would do much, I have a tube preamp.

Hi, Wondering if anybody here is using a Terminator Dac. Looking for a Dac that will be smooth and hopefully give increased separation of instruments when the complexity of music increases. Currently using Benchmark dac3. Looking at Denafrips , Holo May, Metrum/Sonnet. Thanks for any perspective.

I’ve been thinking about this driver also. I thought the mid, (non coaxial) version was available in 8 or 16 ohm. Have you heard 16 only?

Looking for a DAC upgrade. I currently have Denafrips Ares2. Wondering if anybody has moved from Ares to Venus/ Terminator? How impactful was the difference? Anybody have experience with Holo Audio or MHDT? looking for a Dac that will give greater separation of instruments in complex music. Feel like Mytek or Benchmark would give separation, but may be too “sharp” for horn speakers. pairing with XA 25 Pass Labs thanks for any observations, Ted

I have same amp, just replaced with Pass Labs. One thing is for sure, Craig’s VRD amps are REALLY good! They stand up well to Nelson Pass! Someone should get this amp while available!

I’m slightly embarrassed to be a Minnesotan.

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Have your heard of someone doing this? I’ve measured my Cornwalls with kappa 15 L.F. and they fall off a Cliff at 45hz. I don’t understand the physics of how a 15” in that big of a box doesn’t go lower. Thanks

I found a single 10m for sale, I’m going to look up your telefunken . You think it’s smoother? Just got a pair of black Psvane ak7 for VRD, 1 was bad, only i channel worked when I installed!

I feel like Craig said finding a quiet 6dj8 can be difficult. Otherwise seems like a wash between the 2, I guess. i still have a little midrange harshness. I have 2” dsm 50’s with fastlane wooden eliptical horns. I can’t seem to shake the slight “metallic, edgy” sound above 75db. thinking a Nos Mullard in the pre might bring a little more smoothness

Just got NBS to go with my VRD stereo amp. Wondering about tube layout. Craig told me the 3 tubes are phono stage only. I currently only stream digital. Would the at7 influence the sound of line out? Thinking nos Mullard. I’m assuming it would. thanks for any experiences you can relate, Ted

Primaluna Prologue Premium preamp, $1600. 2 Primaluna tubes, 2 Brimar tubes. I’ve owned unit for 6 months, always worked perfect. excellent condition. Plenty of great reviews online. Both with original packaging. Mlps, MN This preamp is a solid build and has great sound. Selling because I got the opportunity to purchase some dream equipment, (VRD) and cant justify having both systems, and my wallet is currently empty!