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bobmo
12-05-2009, 11:42 PM
hi all
ive just been given a set of Peavey Messenger Pro Sub Subwoofer unpowered at 4 ohms

the question is i have a set of Mackie S215 passive 2-way speakers 8 ohm
and a Crown XLS 602 amp

whats the best way to set these up ( thats if i can) because of ohms law

Excalibur
13-05-2009, 12:20 AM
hi all
ive just been given a set of Peavey Messenger Pro Sub Subwoofer unpowered at 4 ohms

the question is i have a set of Mackie S215 passive 2-way speakers 8 ohm
and a Crown XLS 602 amp

whats the best way to set these up ( thats if i can) because of ohms law

Active crossover and separate amp. However, I'm assuming that when you said "best" you meant "easiest" or "cheapest".
Easiest and cheapest is just plug the Mackies into the high out on the Peaveys. I don't think for a minute this will be satisfactory. Although it will work, I wouldn't recommend it. Sorry.

bobmo
13-05-2009, 06:08 AM
hi
the best way so i dont blow up my mackies or my amp

Tom
13-05-2009, 05:53 PM
I would say get an active crossover and have separate amps for the bass bins and tops. Will will have more control and it would also give you a better sound. :)

Excalibur
13-05-2009, 05:56 PM
hi
the best way so i dont blow up my mackies or my amp
I refer you to the first five words of my first reply. :D


I would say get an active crossover and have separate amps for the bass bins and tops. Will will have more control and it would also give you a better sound. :)
Great minds apparently. :D :D

bobmo
13-05-2009, 07:28 PM
hi
i have a warrior a500 amp will that do the subs and ill buy a crossover

Excalibur
13-05-2009, 08:09 PM
hi
i have a warrior a500 amp will that do the subs and ill buy a crossover

Preferably the higher grade amp should run subs, as it's hard work, and also you want more power there but suck it and see. You will gain control and quality with the crossover. ;)