Compatibility between Dayton Audio 1500 SUB and Pioneer SP-BS22's

[tlatoani84]

Hi,

I foolishly just ordered the two products listed in the title, but forgot to check their compatibility. I'm new to audio equipment and not great at physics. Are these a good match for each other, I see the SP-BS22's have a 6 ohm impedance, also 80watt max input. Is that ok since the Dayton SUB I think has 150watt RMS?

Thanks!

 

[lovinthehd]

There is little to be "matched".I wouldn't worry about it.

 

[lovinthehd]

Can't compare the different wattage numbers the way you're trying. Different systems and insufficient information to relate/equate them.

 

[tyhjaarpa]

You are comparing active subwoofer to passive speakers. You don't match sub and speakers by impedance or watts. They should pair together quite well and there is nothing to worry about.

 

[j_garcia]

They'll be fine.

80W is not the "output" of the speakers. That is the maximum ACTUAL input power they can handle. I've driven the BS22LRs with a 200W amp without issue because they aren't using 100% of the power to achieve proper levels.

 

[tlatoani84]

Well thanks for your help guys, although if there is little to be matched and they aren't matched by impedance or watts. What does one look for when trying to match bookshelf's with a Sub?

Thanks!

 

[j_garcia]

For the prince I think what you've picked should be good. What you're looking for is a good bookshelf and a good sub, each in their own right. So a sub that does what you want extension, output and sound quality and a bookshelf that produces a sound that you like. Matching them isn't necessary aside from having a bookshelf that extends low enough to blend with the sub chosen, which your selections will do.

 

[Mark of Cenla]

That combo should sound quite nice. Peace and goodwill.

 

[lovinthehd]

Well thanks for your help guys, although if there is little to be matched and they aren't matched by impedance or watts. What does one look for when trying to match bookshelf's with a Sub?

Thanks!

What are you using for control of these, a receiver? Whoch one?

 

[tlatoani84]

Since the sub is powered, I just chose to not use a receiver. I am however having problems connecting the speakers. The sub is working, but there is no sound coming out of the speaker I'm using to test the sub. My sp-bs22's haven't gotten here yet. Is there another way of checking that the output terminals on the sub are working properly?

*Update I tried measuring the output terminals with a voltmeter and I'm not getting a reading. At one point there was a slight negative current as the read out...

 

[lovinthehd]

Since the sub is powered, I just chose to not use a receiver. I am however having problems connecting the speakers. The sub is working, but there is no sound coming out of the speaker I'm using to test the sub. My sp-bs22's haven't gotten here yet. Is there another way of checking that the output terminals on the sub are working properly?

*Update I tried measuring the output terminals with a voltmeter and I'm not getting a reading. At one point there was a slight negative current as the read out...

The advantage of an avr is bass management. Exactly how are you connecting the source/sub/speaker for the test?

 

[tlatoani84]

Tv to sub with rca cables at the input channels, from sub to speakers with speaker wire at the "output to speakers" channel: red to red, black to black.

 

[lovinthehd]

Tv to sub with rca cables at the input channels, from sub to speakers with speaker wire at the "output to speakers" channel: red to red, black to black.

Sure the tv audio output is enabled? Do you have another source and/or cable to try?

 

[tlatoani84]

The sub is working, the problem is that's all I hear. The source/tv is fine, also the cable shouldn't be the problem since I tried it with another set of smaller pc speakers and they work fine.

 

[lovinthehd]

Second thought, you need to use the high level inputs as well as the high level (speaker level) outputs. Did you assume the sub could power your speakers without a separate receiver/amp? High level inputs don't actually use the amp/receiver speaker amps for the sub's purposes, just to provide a signal for the sub's amp, your speakers still need separate amplification.

 

[tlatoani84]

Oh man, I thought powered sub's with output channels also powered speakers. Is there a point to connecting speakers to the sub, if you have to use a receiver anyway?

 

[lovinthehd]

Oh man, I thought powered sub's with output channels also powered speakers. Is there a point to connecting speakers to the sub, if you have to use a receiver anyway?

In some HTIB sets the sub does have the power amp for some of the satellites but not in a normal component system. Usually you would use a receiver with bass management you simply connect a pre-out to the sub and the amp outputs for the speakers and let the bass management in the receiver manage the crossover....

 

[tlatoani84]

I see, do you think you could recommend a receiver that won't break the bank. Say under $200?

 

[lovinthehd]

I'd look at what accessories4less.com may have (be mindful many are refurbs with limited warranty, but can be extended).

 

[afterlife2]

I see, do you think you could recommend a receiver that won't break the bank. Say under $200?

$200 a great deal: http://www.harmanaudio.com/refurbished-speakers/AVR+2700+REFURB.html?dwvar_AVR 2700 REFURB_color=Black-Z#start=1