Subwoofers Does Size Matter & More?

[paul_pci]

That might be eye opening. Whats your guess?

It wouldn't surprise me if there was a vacancy in the speakers around 120hz, but you never know until you check.

[cam]

I just helped a friend install a Mirage Nano-stat 5.1 speaker package, I crossed them over at 120hz with the sub (mirage claims they go down to 110hz) and I could hear a definite hole in the sound. Luckily my buddy knows dick about HT SQ. I would imagine those orbs would be about the same. A crossover at around 150hz would be more like it for those little pip-squeek speakers.

[Sir Terrence the Terrible]

I just helped a friend install a Mirage Nano-stat 5.1 speaker package, I crossed them over at 120hz with the sub (mirage claims they go down to 110hz) and I could hear a definite hole in the sound. Luckily my buddy knows dick about HT SQ. I would imagine those orbs would be about the same. A crossover at around 150hz would be more like it for those little pip-squeek speakers.

There is no way with a crossover that high can you keep the mids out of the sub, or place the sub in a place that optimizes its LF output. It would have to sit right in between the speakers, or the whole soundstage would tilt to whatever speaker it sat close to. Also the sub will sonically visible with a crossover that high. Sub/sats this size have far too many compromises for me.

[EdwardGein]

You guys understand this stuff more then me but here are the subwoofer & Speaker Specs:

SUPER EIGHT SUBWOOFER
Speaker Type High-performance ported bass-reflex design.

Port Type Precision-tuned flared snorkel port.

Amplifier Type & Power Custom high-power class AB amplifier with digital switching power supply for enhanced peak power output

150W (continuous)
400W+ (peak)

Amplifier THD <.1% (100hz at full power)

Amplifier S/N >95dB

Driver Super long-throw 8" high-performance driver with composite paper/high density ABS cone. This yields rigid, lightweight design with excellent low frequency performance and increased detail and musicality.

Magnet Assembly 30 oz. ferrite magnet

Frequency Response 28-180hz
Adjustable Crossover (40-160hz)

Max SPL Peak 111dB

Max SPL Long-Term 107dB

Features Phase Switch (0/180)
Adjustable Crossover (40-160hz)
Temperature protect circuitry
Auto/On/Off Power
RCA gold-plated stereo line level inputs
High level gold-plated inputs and outputs
12dB/Octave hi-pass circuit

Weight 31 lbs

Dimensions 12" H x 11 3/4" D x 11 1/2" W
(optional 1" feet)

Orb Satellite speakers
Speaker Type Magnetically shielded full-range satellite speaker. Crossover-free design for coherent, lifelike sound.

Driver Advanced high-excursion 3" full range polypropylene driver cone with Santoprene surround. These materials maintain their sonic characteristics over long periods of time and also through a broad range of temperatures and operating environments.

Magnet Assembly Fully shielded, high-density neodymium magnet with proprietary voice coil in high tolerance gap to create strong, highly focused magnetic field. Compact magnet design allows for maximum free internal volume and extension of low midrange performance.

Binding Posts Custom gold-plated brass binding posts (fits up to 14 Ga. wire)

Frequency Response 80hz - 20,000hz

Efficiency 89dB

Impedance Mod1: 8 ohms nominal
Mod2: 4 ohms nominal*
*Mod2 is compatible with all popular receivers & amps rated at 6-8 ohms

Power Handling

15 - 110 watts RMS
(please call us for compatibility with higher wattage receivers)

Mod1 On Desk Stand:
4 3/16" W x 5" H x 4 7/8" D

Weight On Desk Stands:Mod1: 17 oz.

Construction American carbon steel, assembled in USA

Finishes Premium Black Metallic Powder Coat
Premium Pearl White Powder Coat
Hand Polished Steel w/ Clear Coat

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