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Amp for array [message #23522] Thu, 08 March 2007 10:38 Go to next message
jphaggar is currently offline  jphaggar
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Baron
Are there specific criteria in choosing amplifiers for line arrays ?


Re: Amp for array [message #23523 is a reply to message #23522] Thu, 08 March 2007 11:15 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Bill Wassilak is currently offline  Bill Wassilak
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Output impedance mostly, depending on the array your going drive and the way it's wired.


Re: Amp for array [message #23524 is a reply to message #23523] Thu, 08 March 2007 12:28 Go to previous messageGo to next message
jphaggar is currently offline  jphaggar
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I've got the RS 8 from Rick Craig and am driving them with a 8 years old Sim Audio W5 but feel that music is a bit veiled .I've tried Plinius M8/SA 201 combi but was too bright and exessive treble .Thinking of Vincent amps !!!!!!!!!!
JP

Re: Amp for array [message #23525 is a reply to message #23524] Thu, 08 March 2007 14:05 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Many people do not use just one amp for an array. I I used just one I'd need something on the order of 1200 watts at least.

Many people, myself included, use electronic crossover and tri-amp the whole system, which entails use of a pre-amp, and power amps. I have a basic Kenwood B-1 preamp, an electronic Rane crossover, a separate NAD 65 watt/ch amp for my tweeters, a separate Linear tech 250 watt/ch amp for my mid ranges, and a separate 350 watt/ch amps for each of the two DVC woofers. I also use a DOD constant Q equalizer in between the pre-amp and the crossover.

Marlboro

Re: Amp for array [message #23527 is a reply to message #23525] Thu, 08 March 2007 15:57 Go to previous messageGo to next message
jphaggar is currently offline  jphaggar
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Wahhhh !!!!!!!! I'd rather keep things simpler if possible .at least for my first encounter with line arrays.
Thanks
JP

Re: Amp for array [message #23531 is a reply to message #23525] Mon, 12 March 2007 07:51 Go to previous message
jphaggar is currently offline  jphaggar
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Baron
To put things in a simpler form : If I want to use only one amp with the Selah Audio RS 8 line array and get decent results should I use a high current capable amp like 40 amperes ( like my actual amp ) or should I look for higher values . Could I use a six channel amp (home theater ) to byamp the speakers , would that make any difference ?
Thanks

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