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Has anyone ever thought of using Linn Isobariks, or Matrix 801's as passive subwoofers? Seems like overkill - but prices on these speakers are sometimes cheaper than buying "one" quality amplifier. I realise you'd have to config a crossover - but I wonder if either of these two speakers might not be an awesome sub enclosure?I'm not sure I'd actually do this - but just thought it might be intersting to consider?
Anyone actually ever try something like this?
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Makes no sense, pure and simple. Like trying to use a station-wagon as a tractor.
Matrix 801's have bass roll-off below 40Hz.The very sturdy enclosures might be very good as a starting points
for a DIY subwoofer. Ports would have to be retuned or sealed.The primary use for subwoofers is 20-40Hz.
(25 to 50 Hz. if you have weenie main speakers).
Actually, the Matrix 801's will go right down flat to 20HZ with the bass alignment filter.
The Matrix 801 Bass Alignment Filter turns the 801 into a 6th order Bass Machine that will rattle the room.
One simply unhooks the mid/tweeter bi wire jumpers, and only the bass driver receives signal.
Placed this way in a corner, and with it's 6th order equalizer. a pair of Matrix 801's will rattle the room.Kind of a waste though for an excellent speaker IMHO, as a well set up Matrix 801 is likely to overall outperform just about anything short of big bucks.
Boo boo.
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