building zobels


I've seen a number of references to (I think) some instructions by Sean on how to build a zobel network, but after a number of searches I can't seem to locate the info.

Can someone direct me to the thread...or send the instructions?

thanks
fishboat

Showing 3 responses by clio09

If I recall correctly the Merlin speaker website has instructions and examples that you can see. You can also call Alpha Core. Their speaker cables sometimes require Zobel networks so they can probably instruct you as well.
Bombywalla,

You bring up an interesting point which I am not sure of myself. With the Alpha Core Goertz MI-II Veracity cables I have, the Zobel network is integrated in the cable and is positioned where the spade terminations are. I hook those ends up to the woofer binding posts on my speaker.

If I recall the Merlin diagram correctly the Zobel they were showing was on the tweeter (upper) binding posts. Of course they had jumpers connected as well so I don't know if this makes a difference.

I would be interested to know what you think of my Alpha Core configuration. Based on what you said it appears to be after the crossover.
Kal,

Does the quality of the resistors that make up the Zobel with the Alpha Core cables matter as it relates to sound quality? I was wondering if it made sense to use better quality resistors, although with the way the Zobel is integrated into my cable it might be hard to swap out.