Hey gang,
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So looking to set up some sound reinforcement for small venues where i live. I would like to run a total of 4 bins. Target response would be 35hz to 100hz. Ive been mulling over lots of dyi plans like the xoc1 th18, keystone, othorn, cabo18, etc. Its just becoming very overwhelming splitting hairs on designs. And the fact alot of them use expensive drivers such as the bcsw115 or pd1852. I dont need the extensive power handling. Maybe 750/800ish per bin would be sufficent. Can anyone steer me towards a design that uses more budget friendly drivers?
Before i start, if im in the wrong section, please move to the correct one.
So looking to set up some sound reinforcement for small venues where i live. I would like to run a total of 4 bins. Target response would be 35hz to 100hz. Ive been mulling over lots of dyi plans like the xoc1 th18, keystone, othorn, cabo18, etc. Its just becoming very overwhelming splitting hairs on designs. And the fact alot of them use expensive drivers such as the bcsw115 or pd1852. I dont need the extensive power handling. Maybe 750/800ish per bin would be sufficent. Can anyone steer me towards a design that uses more budget friendly drivers?
Or better yet, a design i can use that doesnt require an extreme bl driver. I recently built a modified version of cowans horn sub jr using a prv 18fh2400v2. Its excellent when corner loaded. But in freespace, its a hard no go. Falls flat on its face below 60hz. Ive also found that corner loading increased power handling with this design. Im looking more in the region of tapped horns or hybrid tapped horns. I can crossover lower on the lpf if need be and run kick bins also. Just requires more gear.
So i guess the ultimate question would be this.... If you were to setup a system (speakers only) for small venues of 200-400 people and were to use 4 bass bins and 2 mid/tops, what woukd you choose and why?
So i guess the ultimate question would be this.... If you were to setup a system (speakers only) for small venues of 200-400 people and were to use 4 bass bins and 2 mid/tops, what woukd you choose and why?
If it was me I'd keep it simple and go for a pair of double 18" ported cabs, and buy 2 amps that have some form of crossover / EQ built in. This would mean I wouldn't have to buy a dedicated crossover.
I'm a home audio bloke so the PA guys may suggest something better performing / smaller with adequate output.
Rob.
I'm a home audio bloke so the PA guys may suggest something better performing / smaller with adequate output.
Rob.