Hey guys, what are the best settings for 1 set of MB DSE216 on the fronts straight from the HU with no subs or amps..currently have them on full range position. HU is Alpine9831. Thanks.
if you hear any noises that aren't music, then yes it's bad. when you overload a speaker, it is pretty noticeable - and it can cause damage with enough power.
fullrange is probably okay with only a head unit powering the speaker, but if you hear any clipping or signs of overdriving, it's time to engage the high-pass filter.
when using an amp, you definatly need to use the high-pass. it's just too much power to be throwing at a set of midwoofers.
but don't use a crossover if you don't need to. if your components can handle the bass, that's a good thing. some speakers can, and it sounds great when you can have the bass coming from up front.
you need to do some careful listening to figure this out. pick some tracks with demanding material (hip-hop and R&B have lots of bass, also rock with kick drums like greenday). good luck.
oh, i didn't mean to imply that the crossover is something you turn off and on or change constantly. once you find the right setting, leave it alone. it's finding the right setting that requires a bit of listening and experimentation.
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Excellent..thanks for the help Aaron. Much appreciated. Later man.
Glass, 125hz HPF with or without an amp? At 125Hz, i'd be missing alot of the bass coming thru the mid-range..since i dont have a sub But i guess that would be the safest setting.. The HU as 3 preset HPF: 80, 125 and 150 if remember correctly..Thanks.
