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In Reply to: RE: DWM and CC2 posted by methylmarty on August 01, 2014 at 08:09:55
What configuration did you end up with and how do you like it ?
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Well I haven't had time to test more that two options due to dividing my attention between my newborn, work, and the hideous subframe design on my Jag.
However, the one method I tried is not doing it for me. I paralleled the inputs from the single amp channel and ran the CC2 from the left high pass only (which, as anticipated was handled with ease by the Sunfire Sig). This setup actually has too much bass output, and what I am perceiving as a separate problem, which I cannot really verify without schematics, but as I perceive it:
The left channel of the DWM is crossed at 200hz low pass due to me using the high pass on that side. However, the right side seems to be extending to the full 4khz that the DWM of which the DWM is capable due to not using the high pass. At least that's what it sounds like is happening.
My original setup had only the left side in use: amp in left, high pass left to CC2. The bass was slightly low for my taste, but it was clear and in all likelihood matched in output with the CC2. I only started complaining when I found out that the inputs weren't summed, because I cannot stand to see this thing not utilized to its full potential.
Now, however, it sounds like the DWM is overlapping the CC2 in the 200hz-4khz range. Since the CC2 is clearly better at doing this, the lower registers sound a bit unnatural and bloated.
When I get a chance I will set it up in series and see what happens. On a brighter note, I did modify some frame rails so the DWM and CC2 match my Tympani IVa mains. I just took the clamp off yesterday so I will post pictures when I get home from work.
Here are some wiring options from Magnepan.
I think I have the answer to your problem. Here is what you will need in total.
- 4 channels of amplification connected to your center feed
- 2 CC2's, CC3's or CCR's
- 2 MCC2's
- 2 DWMs
Place a CC2 above and below your display.
Place a MCC2 on each side of your display.
Place both DWMs below your display.
Wire each CC2 and MCC2 to it's own DWM channel.
You should have a super Tri/Quad-Center with plenty with bass.
At least this is what I have been considering =).
I would use 4 CCRs instead of the MC2s. And then I'd wake up I'm sure.
I wonder how 2 CCx's would sound mounted vertically ???
My guess is pretty good, as long as it is for this "quad center" setup. The CC series is curved to reach several chairs horizontally when mounted normally, so when mounted vertically in a tri (or quad) center setup, I reckon it will cater well to guests of extreme height differences. Or a multi-level theater, for a less silly concept.
If mounted centrally on the wall, I don't think the CC speakers are curved quite enough to cause any anomalies due to floor and ceiling reflections, given a room of average or greater height.
Of course you will need custom stands, but you're talking to a guy who has all but the L and R channels mounted to the ceiling.
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