Are first order crossovers best?


Here's an interesting item IMO. In looking for some speaker cables, and possibly interconnects too, I've been hearing from the various manufacturers of these wires a question regarding the crossover in my speakers.

"What order crossover is in them, first, second, third, etc?"

I believe mine (VR4 JR's), are fourth order.

The thought that comes to my mind is this...What does that matter? Should I care what sort of ordered crossover there is in a speaker? How big or small a part does it play?

At this point I have no answers for the above Q's.... if I could have your thoughts and experiences it would be more than appreciated to shed some light on this currently dimly lit subject...

Thanks all...
blindjim

Showing 1 response by hpims

Correct you are.

And after listening to many different speakers in many different price ranges, Vandersteen speakers sound the most correct (realistic) in their respective price ranges, and even when compared to higher priced models. Geeze, did I piss away money before wising up!!!!!!

Beware the quicky listening tests at dealers!! Can you live with the speakers in your own home for years after the purchase? Why do you see SOOOO MANYYY speakers on this site for sale? I bet that most have a problem area with certain music in the living space that makes the owners want to "upgrade".
Just an idea...