Thanks so much for the replies. It sure helps to know what you are buying.
vandersteen Model 5 x-over for 2WQ functions
I have tried to do my homework but have a few questions about the Model 5 crossover for the 2wQ subwoofer.
1. I am interested in getting a Model 5 x-over for my 2wqs to run with my 3a sigs. As I understand it, it comes with either balanced ends or RCA ends ($200 difference) depending on whether my preamp/amp setup uses xlr or rca. (Mine uses RCA) Is this correct?
2. An RCA ending transmits 6db less than an XLR. If you use xlr to rca adapters, you still lose that 6 db. Is that correct?
3. Since the formula for the capacitance needed for an exact 80Hz crossover in a 50K impedence machine includes both crossover Hz and impedence, by varying the impedence setting on the Model 5 crossover, you can vary the exact crossover point since the impedence on the amp is fixed. Is that correct?
Thanks. Information available about this crossover is a bit sketchy.
1. I am interested in getting a Model 5 x-over for my 2wqs to run with my 3a sigs. As I understand it, it comes with either balanced ends or RCA ends ($200 difference) depending on whether my preamp/amp setup uses xlr or rca. (Mine uses RCA) Is this correct?
2. An RCA ending transmits 6db less than an XLR. If you use xlr to rca adapters, you still lose that 6 db. Is that correct?
3. Since the formula for the capacitance needed for an exact 80Hz crossover in a 50K impedence machine includes both crossover Hz and impedence, by varying the impedence setting on the Model 5 crossover, you can vary the exact crossover point since the impedence on the amp is fixed. Is that correct?
Thanks. Information available about this crossover is a bit sketchy.