I have the Marchand XM446 passive balanced high pass filter and it worked as advertised and seemed to add nothing to the sound of my system except for cutting off the low bass signal to my main speakers as it was designed to do. However, since my main speakers are an acoustic suspension design that extends to 40 Hz, and because I roll the two subs in at a pretty low frequency of 45 Hz, after a year of comparisons I concluded the filter was not really needed in my system, but I haven't yet gotten around to selling it. I suspect the filter would work great with most stand mounted main speakers and even some floorstanders that are being called on to do a bit more in the bass than they are capable of.
High Pass Filter for Mains
My problem is too much bass and no acoustic way to control it. I've managed to reduce the 10db bump at 63hz to 5 db, but I want to try a sub to better control it. So my plan was to high pass my mains and use the sub for control below 90hz. I've found several active crossovers but they're both expensive and overkill for what I need. I'm looking at an SVS 1000pro sub.
I found what I need at Marchand Elec. for a reasonable price.
XM46SB-AA Passive crossover 24dB/oct in small box,RCA, two channel $ 325.00
But there is a 4 week lead time and I'm not so confident in the company after a brief conversation. So one question is about whether this company is solid and worth waiting for the product.
Meanwhile, I thought I'd ask the group about alternatives or other suggestions. Are there other high quality passive HP filters out there under $500? I also looked at the HSU High End crossover but it's active and I don't really want additional electronics in the way. I don't care much about the packaging as long as the parts quality is good. Maybe there are other companies like Marchand who make such a product?
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@mashif - mine is already posted but the crossover frequency is maybe too low for you at 45 Hz. |
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