My band is currently using a DBX crossover. We are running in mono. We have some Yamaha club V 115v series mains and some Peavey 18 subs. We run 2 power amps. One for the mains and one for the subs. That would be a 2 way mono. But there is no setup for a 2 way mono. Should we come out of the Mid/High side from the Mid or High output to go to the power amp?
Don't know what DBX you have or Amps, so sorry I can't advice. Normally a 3 way x over should be able to run 2 ways. Most amps have the option to run mono from one feed. Hense one mid\high feed can run your Yamaha and the sub feed to your sub amp. If the amp is strong enough you could run the Yamaha's off of one side of an amp and use the other side of that amp for monitors.
Look for DBX manual on line should show you how to get the most out of it.
We have been using Ashly amps since 1983 and although we have tried others on a regular basis, we find Ashly has always had the upper level of sound quality and dollar for dollar untouchable. Recently tried their Korean made amp, (A non communist country) and that was great for the money too. We prefer the American built Ashly.
Great video! So, are there two passive crossovers inside that PA speaker box? One attached to the low frequency active crossover, and one attached to the high frequency active crossover? Then, the high frequency passive crossover inside the speaker box is divided between the tweeter and mid range speakers? Please let me know if i'm way off haha.
We generally refer to a crossover as a single entity. It may be a two way or three way or what have you, but the whole network is the cross over. In our design we generally try to avoid using a "passive" cross over below 1000 hZ to 600 hZ, due to the lose of energy and acoustic tone quality. This system uses a passive between the mid and high and an active between the bass and mid high cross over network. The best of both worlds.
Hi Yes you can add a tweeter but it can be a little more complicated then simply adding the positive to positive and negative to negative (Parallel). Adding another resistor (Tweeter Load) can reduce the cross over point possibly damaging the tweeter and or not getting the sound you would like. Wiring in series, negative of tweeter one to positive of tweeter 2 and Negative of tweeter 2 to ground (return) will raise the x over point. You may need a different Cross over.
Very interesting, didn't realize that passive crossovers are more efficient on high frequency signals. What's your opinion of using two tops with mid and tweeters, and then sub cabs, but just using the one active crossover to split between the tops and the sub cabs for a medium sized pub gig? (120 capacity venue for example)
Also, have you guys got any opinion between active or passive speakers? I'm trying to decide how to set up my first PA.
Don't under estimate the effect of a passive cross over on the bottom frequency. If done correctly a passive x over has a positive effect on the relationship between both High and Low.
Active between the Mid Highs and the sub in almost any application is very desired. It's also a good cost effective way to start your system. As you find you are growing and becoming more professional you will need to have a fully active cross over and processing system.
I understand the low speaker, I understand the mid, and I understand the high but what role does the glass of Cabernet on top of the speaker play? Is that what they call a 'speaker cabernet'?
Im just curios couse in the philippines we call it dividing network the one that you put inside the box and the one that conect into power amp is the cross over!
The "dividing" network IS a cross over. I am guessing you may just be calling it a "Dividing Network" instead of how we would define it here in North America as a "Passive Cross over."
Thanks for your incite. I'll remember this one for friends in the Pacifics.
Thanks for the advice KD but as an Irish\Canadian, I was born with the genetic ability and cultural discipline to never spill a drink. In fact in Canada if you spill a drink you can be heavily fine or even serve jail time.... LOL
My band is currently using a DBX crossover. We are running in mono. We have some Yamaha club V 115v series mains and some Peavey 18 subs. We run 2 power amps. One for the mains and one for the subs. That would be a 2 way mono. But there is no setup for a 2 way mono. Should we come out of the Mid/High side from the Mid or High output to go to the power amp?
cheatinelvis2011 1 month ago
@cheatinelvis2011
Don't know what DBX you have or Amps, so sorry I can't advice. Normally a 3 way x over should be able to run 2 ways. Most amps have the option to run mono from one feed. Hense one mid\high feed can run your Yamaha and the sub feed to your sub amp. If the amp is strong enough you could run the Yamaha's off of one side of an amp and use the other side of that amp for monitors.
Look for DBX manual on line should show you how to get the most out of it.
Hope that helps.
doyleaudio 3 weeks ago
HEY ,WHAT AMPLIFIERS DO YOUR USE??
umxwickham 1 month ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@umxwickham
We have been using Ashly amps since 1983 and although we have tried others on a regular basis, we find Ashly has always had the upper level of sound quality and dollar for dollar untouchable. Recently tried their Korean made amp, (A non communist country) and that was great for the money too. We prefer the American built Ashly.
doyleaudio 1 month ago
Great video! So, are there two passive crossovers inside that PA speaker box? One attached to the low frequency active crossover, and one attached to the high frequency active crossover? Then, the high frequency passive crossover inside the speaker box is divided between the tweeter and mid range speakers? Please let me know if i'm way off haha.
timg544 2 months ago
@timg544
We generally refer to a crossover as a single entity. It may be a two way or three way or what have you, but the whole network is the cross over. In our design we generally try to avoid using a "passive" cross over below 1000 hZ to 600 hZ, due to the lose of energy and acoustic tone quality. This system uses a passive between the mid and high and an active between the bass and mid high cross over network. The best of both worlds.
doyleaudio 2 months ago in playlist Uploaded videos
can you wire a tweeter to another tweeter?
like chaining them together?
i got an fender acoustasonic guitar amp
it has two seperate speakers
a 8" with a tweeter in the top
and a 10" in the bottom
i want to add a tweeter to accompany the 10"
and give the original tweeter more back up
the tweeter chirps alot at high volumes
thanks
BigKingBudxxShowCase 2 months ago
@BigKingBudxxShowCase
Hi Yes you can add a tweeter but it can be a little more complicated then simply adding the positive to positive and negative to negative (Parallel). Adding another resistor (Tweeter Load) can reduce the cross over point possibly damaging the tweeter and or not getting the sound you would like. Wiring in series, negative of tweeter one to positive of tweeter 2 and Negative of tweeter 2 to ground (return) will raise the x over point. You may need a different Cross over.
doyleaudio 2 months ago
Very interesting, didn't realize that passive crossovers are more efficient on high frequency signals. What's your opinion of using two tops with mid and tweeters, and then sub cabs, but just using the one active crossover to split between the tops and the sub cabs for a medium sized pub gig? (120 capacity venue for example)
Also, have you guys got any opinion between active or passive speakers? I'm trying to decide how to set up my first PA.
XalmostbrokenX 3 months ago
@XalmostbrokenX
Don't under estimate the effect of a passive cross over on the bottom frequency. If done correctly a passive x over has a positive effect on the relationship between both High and Low.
Active between the Mid Highs and the sub in almost any application is very desired. It's also a good cost effective way to start your system. As you find you are growing and becoming more professional you will need to have a fully active cross over and processing system.
doyleaudio 3 months ago
i have a canton surround sound in the back of my my subwoofer it as a control settings crossover hz 65-150 were should i set the control to
tonenumberone 4 months ago
@tonenumberone
Sweep the points and listen. Where ever you think it sounds best for you.
doyleaudio 2 months ago
I understand the low speaker, I understand the mid, and I understand the high but what role does the glass of Cabernet on top of the speaker play? Is that what they call a 'speaker cabernet'?
wildnites558 4 months ago
Im just curios couse in the philippines we call it dividing network the one that you put inside the box and the one that conect into power amp is the cross over!
deomarjs18 1 year ago
@deomarjs18
The "dividing" network IS a cross over. I am guessing you may just be calling it a "Dividing Network" instead of how we would define it here in North America as a "Passive Cross over."
Thanks for your incite. I'll remember this one for friends in the Pacifics.
doyleaudio 1 year ago 2
Thank you for this video, it's very interesting !!!!!
drumaddict007 1 year ago
Very well explained, I agree with the whole video :)
Except for one huge mistake, and I guess you actually know this...NEVER put drinks on or near your system!
kdgdirk 1 year ago
@kdgdirk
Thanks for the advice KD but as an Irish\Canadian, I was born with the genetic ability and cultural discipline to never spill a drink. In fact in Canada if you spill a drink you can be heavily fine or even serve jail time.... LOL
Have a great day and Merry Christmas.
doyleaudio 1 year ago
1st \m/
DALE97DSM 1 year ago