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[Gov]

I would like your opinions as to whether or not the Anti-Mode 8033 would help me. Also, would it be something I would obviously notice in my case. These were taken at my listening position with an analog Rat Shack meter, corrected and at calibrated reference level. Subwoofer HSU 3.3 in maximum output. Listening position 12 feet away. My other speakers were NOT on at the time, just the subwoofer.

16hz = 82.5
18hz = 88
20hz = 96.5
22hz = 102.5
25hz = 109
28hz = 110
31.5hz = 114
36hz = 106.5
40hz = 106.5
45hz = 104
50hz = 99.5
56hz = 101.5
63hz = 97.5
71hz = 98.5
80hz = 95.5
89hz = 83.5
100hz = 73

Thanks

 

[Gov]

A nice fellow on AVS did a graph for me, see it here:

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=15607990#post15607990

 

[Adam]

Hi. That was nice of him! Much easier to visualize.

What frequency are you using to crossover to your other speakers?

Also, did you experiment with the port plugging and bass extension modes on the sub, along with phasing and placement, to try to get a flatter response? Just curious.

I don't know anything about that equalizer, so I can't speak to that. I would think that you could tell a difference if you could flatten out that peak around 31.5 Hz.

 

[mtrycrafts]

A nice fellow on AVS did a graph for me, see it here:

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=15607990#post15607990

Yes I would suggest that Behringer that people seem to like a lot, the feedback destroyer. All done in the digital domain, has 12 frequencies you can dial in to do almost anything with it at almost any frequency. It has two channels that you can daisy chain if needed.

I'd suggest flattening that curve to the 100db line from around 20Hz and 50 Hz. Then, you can just add more power and is pretty flat.

 

[Gov]

Hi. That was nice of him! Much easier to visualize.

What frequency are you using to crossover to your other speakers?

Also, did you experiment with the port plugging and bass extension modes on the sub, along with phasing and placement, to try to get a flatter response? Just curious.

I don't know anything about that equalizer, so I can't speak to that. I would think that you could tell a difference if you could flatten out that peak around 31.5 Hz.

I was using an 80hz crossover on the receiver. I did run the HSU in max extension mode and the numbers were between 1-3 db (mostly 3db) down from 22hz to 100hz, but at 16hz is was 104.5db, 18hz was 104db and 20hz was 101.5db.
As far as phasing, the sub is along the front wall between my mains, so "0" phase was the obvious choice.
As far as placement, thats the only place I can put the sub.

 

[Gov]

Yes I would suggest that Behringer that people seem to like a lot, the feedback destroyer. All done in the digital domain, has 12 frequencies you can dial in to do almost anything with it at almost any frequency. It has two channels that you can daisy chain if needed.

I'd suggest flattening that curve to the 100db line from around 20Hz and 50 Hz. Then, you can just add more power and is pretty flat.

The reason I am leaning towards the anti-mode is because of its easy use. I am pretty intimidatated by the Behringer products.

 

[OttoMatic]

The reason I am leaning towards the anti-mode is because of its easy use. I am pretty intimidatated by the Behringer products.

Well, the learning curve of the BFD isn't that bad (almost zero) if you use REW. REW will do all the measuring, plotting, and filter calculations for you. If you have a MIDI port, it will also download them to the BFD for you.

If you or anyone else is interested in a BFD, let me know -- I've one for sale here. I changed processors to the DCX2496 because it had a couple added features that I wanted. For 99% of the people, the BFD is more than they need, and the one I have works perfectly, with box, manual, etc.

 

[j_garcia]

Yes, I would say you would benefit from an EQ. I just got my BFD from a member here

 

[lsiberian]

I'm kind of information overloaded on this eq thing. Sounds intriguing.

I'm trying to expand my knowledge

Do you run all your speakers through one or just the subwoofer?

 

[OttoMatic]

Just the sub. HomeTheaterShack is the home of REW and the BFD if you're looking for all the info.

 

[ParadigmDawg]

If you are smart, you run all speakers through the DCX2496 and take advantage of it's crossovers.

I am stupid so I returned mine and will go with the SMS-1.

 

[OttoMatic]

How are you suggesting to use the DCX? I have one, and I use it in a specific manner, but I don't run my mains through it generally. Please elaborate.

 

[ParadigmDawg]

You would need to get Chris or Andrew in here to discuss that, remember, I returned mine because I am not that sharp!

How are you suggesting to use the DCX? I have one, and I use it in a specific manner, but I don't run my mains through it generally. Please elaborate.

 

[OttoMatic]

Gotcha! (I bet you could to it! The PC interface makes it easy!)

I think I know how Chris would do it. Maybe I'll have to give it a try sometime.

 

[Gov]

My head is spinning
That is why I am leaning towards the Anti-Mode 8033 because its for lazy dummies like me

 

[ParadigmDawg]

The SMS-1 is for dummies and is a nice tool. If you are in no hurry the bass management tool from SVS will hit the market before too long.

My head is spinning
That is why I am leaning towards the Anti-Mode 8033 because its for lazy dummies like me

 

[jostenmeat]

The reason I am leaning towards the anti-mode is because of its easy use. I am pretty intimidatated by the Behringer products.

I would consider waiting for the SVS AS-EQ1.

Disclaimer: I'm a big Audyssey MultEQ XT fanboy. That said, hundreds of filters, time domain, measures reverberant field, delayed reflections, stuff I wish I could understand.

I've seen new SMS-1 now dropped to $400, but its pretty elementary compared to some other options IMO. I'd see what the new SVS will retail for. I believe your MCAAC only corrects down to 63 hz, IIRC.

 

[ParadigmDawg]

Where have you seen the SMS for 400 bucks? Elementry is fine if you are just using it for the sub and EQ'ing it flat.

I would consider waiting for the SVS AS-EQ1.

Disclaimer: I'm a big Audyssey MultEQ XT fanboy. That said, hundreds of filters, time domain, measures reverberant field, delayed reflections, stuff I wish I could understand.

I've seen new SMS-1 now dropped to $400, but its pretty elementary compared to some other options IMO. I'd see what the new SVS will retail for. I believe your MCAAC only corrects down to 63 hz, IIRC.

 

[jostenmeat]

Where have you seen the SMS for 400 bucks? Elementry is fine if you are just using it for the sub and EQ'ing it flat.

Here.

Email states deal is good till end of February, but the site says limited quantities. Free shipping.

 

[ParadigmDawg]

That's a good price. Anyone ever bought anything from this company?

Here.

Email states deal is good till end of February, but the site says limited quantities. Free shipping.