joessportster Posted May 14, 2018 Share Posted May 14, 2018 Room is 14 X 16 with hardwood floors, drywall and so a lively bright room for audio. Amp is Pass ACA, Pre is a modest gain type (very close to passive) DIY simple pre with regulated Power Supply, Source is 100% digital Solid state class A, with digital source, in a bright environment = Cornscalas no way without Major room treatment and that is not conducive with young boys in the living room (only place for listening) I spent pretty much all day moving speakers around, looking for a sweet spot and it was a no go for the big CS. However I do have a pair of monitors, single 4" driver types and perched atop the CS they actually sound pretty good. They are recessed in the mid bass area. I contribute that to the fact that they are a mere 4" driver in a small ported cabinet. Pass has stated that his amps are pretty much perfect for single driver speakers, and with todays tests I am inclined to agree. My only question is which would be better for my system / room I thought who better to poll than you fellas / ladies here on the forums I can get either the Fostex BLH 16, or BLH 20 Kits as a project for me and the boys to tackle. The difference is the Cabinet size and a 6 inch driver or an 8 inch driver. Cabinet designs are very similar I am of a mind that the 8" driver offers larger cone surface and so I would think it may have improved bass. Which would you choose and why ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richieb Posted May 14, 2018 Share Posted May 14, 2018 --- another smaller single driver appearing speaker is the KEF LS50 concentric two-way. It seems to always be highly rated, compact and can be had in a variety of finishes. Seems available used quite often too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pzannucci Posted May 14, 2018 Share Posted May 14, 2018 7 hours ago, richieb said: --- another smaller single driver appearing speaker is the KEF LS50 concentric two-way. It seems to always be highly rated, compact and can be had in a variety of finishes. Seems available used quite often too. Not a single driver unfortunately. Midbass and tweeter though concentric. Are these going to be back loaded horns? If so the 6" may be ok. If not I would go with the 8" since I like more realistic bass. Also the Tang Band 8" drivers from Parts Express look very interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DizRotus Posted May 14, 2018 Share Posted May 14, 2018 Rich, @rhing, enjoys a pair of KEF LS50s when he’s unable to unpack his larger Klipsch speakers, due to frequent moves. The witness protection program has its drawbacks. 😉 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joessportster Posted May 14, 2018 Author Share Posted May 14, 2018 They are indeed back loaded horns the madisound bk16 or bk20, I went ahead and ordered the 16 (uses a 6.5" driver) and opted for the better 168e sigma driver. once in the house and playing I am thinking I will augment the bass with a pair of diy subs off parts express, I am hoping to avoid the super tweeters (they have gotten very expensive, 430.00 for the bottom line t90a) Appreciate the suggestions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pzannucci Posted May 15, 2018 Share Posted May 15, 2018 2 hours ago, joessportster said: They are indeed back loaded horns the madisound bk16 or bk20, I went ahead and ordered the 16 (uses a 6.5" driver) and opted for the better 168e sigma driver. once in the house and playing I am thinking I will augment the bass with a pair of diy subs off parts express, I am hoping to avoid the super tweeters (they have gotten very expensive, 430.00 for the bottom line t90a) Appreciate the suggestions Should work nicely with subs. You might want to look at some of the more inexpensive ribbons on P-E. Even the Smaller Aurum Cantus should be less though should sound excellent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joessportster Posted May 15, 2018 Author Share Posted May 15, 2018 Thanks for the advice I will give them a look if it turns out I am lacking air on the hi side Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joessportster Posted May 19, 2018 Author Share Posted May 19, 2018 In the house, built and burning in as I type...........You know your out of shape when small projects hurt On a positive not they sound good, not over powering the room, my ears Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Schu Posted May 20, 2018 Share Posted May 20, 2018 What lead you to pursue a single driver setup? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pzannucci Posted May 21, 2018 Share Posted May 21, 2018 Exactly, what? Inquiring minds want to know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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