I finally bought a subwoofer did I make the wrong decision? Is the SRX818SP that much better then the ETX.
I finally bought a subwoofer did I make the wrong decision? Is the SRX818SP that much better then the ETX.
At 114 pounds, I shudder to call them "light" ..i have a pair of the ETX18's..impressive, and light for their weight (to move them is easier htan you'd think)
I finally bought a subwoofer did I make the wrong decision? Is the SRX818SP that much better then the ETX.
The etx is an awesome sub. Real easy to move around and the sound from a single box is great. I run primarily RCF tops but my subs are all etx.
The etx is an awesome sub. Real easy to move around and the sound from a single box is great. I run primarily RCF tops but my subs are all etx.
Many people think the ETX reaches the limit prematurely. Read up on that before you use them.
I might guess that they limit early mainly because compressed files (aac, mp3, etc.) may remove some of the lowest/highest content due to their algorithms. That, and most recorded music doesn't have a lot going on very low, so you're amplifying noise in some cases.
Compressing the signal reduces the dynamics, but does get the sound louder. For me, I prefer the dynamics .. never had an issue with loudness if you bring the right gear. (known as the no Alto policy .. ).
Here is a great article on how all the lossy formats work ... What Data Compression Does To Your Music |
never had an issue with loudness if you bring the right gear. (known as the no Alto policy .. ).
Punch at the expense of dynamics. For dance music, probably OK .. for those that listen, music sounds more AMish than FMish and occasionally will pump.I had the exact same issue with Yorkville LS801ps. They'd start tapping the limit light when they were only about 1/4 open. I really don't understand why you guys are so averted to using a compressor. Yes, I know about pumping and breathing but if you're using a quality compressor, it adds miles of punch into most any system.