GarMan
03-22-2005, 08:41 AM
Hello,
I'd like to get some advice from this group on an upgrade path for my system. Current system consist of:
2235H in 5ft^3 cabinet, tuned to 30Hz
2445H/2380A
Eminence 800Hz 2nd/3rd order crossover
Passive EQ in HF L-pad section
The current system sounds wonderful, but I'm always looking for improvements. I think the crossover may be the weakest point of the system in both design and parts quality. However, I've also just acquired a pair of 2118H and think it would sit beautifully between the 2235 and 2445.
My question is really the classic 2-way vs 3-way debate. Should I send my time and money designing and building a custom crossover for the 2-way with quality parts, or work towards a 3-way with the 2118?
I'm under the impression that while the 2235 can operate up to 1000Hz, a driver like the 2118 can do a much better job in the range of 200 - 2000. However, there's a lot to be said for the elegance of a simple 2-way system.
thanks,
Gar.
I'd like to get some advice from this group on an upgrade path for my system. Current system consist of:
2235H in 5ft^3 cabinet, tuned to 30Hz
2445H/2380A
Eminence 800Hz 2nd/3rd order crossover
Passive EQ in HF L-pad section
The current system sounds wonderful, but I'm always looking for improvements. I think the crossover may be the weakest point of the system in both design and parts quality. However, I've also just acquired a pair of 2118H and think it would sit beautifully between the 2235 and 2445.
My question is really the classic 2-way vs 3-way debate. Should I send my time and money designing and building a custom crossover for the 2-way with quality parts, or work towards a 3-way with the 2118?
I'm under the impression that while the 2235 can operate up to 1000Hz, a driver like the 2118 can do a much better job in the range of 200 - 2000. However, there's a lot to be said for the elegance of a simple 2-way system.
thanks,
Gar.