@tom899 Could you describe your set up a little bit? Is there any audible degradation of sound? I have a +300K stereo in a horrible living room with plaster walls, that causes very unlinear frequency responses. I`m thinking about getting the MQ112 to adjust somewhat for my walls.
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Sure, there's a defeat switch on the MQ112, so very easy to bypass the internal circuitry. I hear absolutely no degradation whether switched in or out with all eq settings at default 0 values. That is the main reason I went with the MQ112, putting my trust in McIntosh to not alter or degrade the sound. To correct for room deficiencies, I use the Anthem AVM 90 included, ARC® Genesis. I also like to use Dirac Live on two of my other systems My system - Power: McIntosh MC312, Pre: Anthem AVM 90, Main Spk.: MoFi Sourcepoint 888, My room is also difficult, in a basement, about 1300 sq ft |
I use an MQ112 in my system and it was just what I needed. If all that it would take to be happy with your speakers is taming a couple of frequencies, I would go for it. Before getting the MQ112, I was actively looking to upgrade my speakers. I bought mine used, but it was in like new condition, and it cost a lot less than new speakers. |
@tom899 @iusedtobe Thank you. I think I`ll look for a used MQ112 and give it a shot. I have a pair of 100% original Pioneer TAD 2402`s in immaculate condition. They were perfect in my old house. Now I have a 6-12db loss in the 30-200hz region because of my walls. My alternative would be to buy new speakers, most likely Jones & Cerrata Troubadours, which appareantly have an abundance of bass. @bartsw I`m an analogue guy. I dont even buy LP`s if they`re digitally remastered. |
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