ChrisA
Second Unit
- Joined
- Nov 25, 1999
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- 478
Room for the drivers - not a problem for me but not everyone could make it work. I'm running stereo line arrays of 6 Peerless 12" each, 12 drivers total. The backwave goes into the garage. I could easily add more lines beside the ones I have but my picture window can't handle full volume now so I don't see the need. The biggest hassle with big IBs is moving them to a new location. I'm planning that now. The actual speakers are easy to move - just an 18" wide baffle with 6 drivers in a line. Two people can easily carry it. I'm still working on the logistics of installing them in the new house so they have adequate volume behind them.
Sounds outstanding! What crossover type/point/slope do you use? I am still debating on 'stereo' IB vs 'mono' IB. I have not yet decided, however, I have 1-3 years to think about it... It will depend in the size of the room, etc... In either case I don't plan on using higher than a 50 Hz crossover. Stereo I would consider using as high as 60 Hz fourth order, however, if Mono, I would probably want to keep it closer to 40 Hz. I have lots of time to think about it. I will always stick with full-range types of speakers all the way around to allow for lower crossover settings. Ultimately 'one corner' vs two 'corners' will depend on the size of the room, the main speakers, SPL goals, etc... which have yet to be determined.
You could fit (4) 18 inch 'Ultimate' IB drivers (yet to be named) per side, for 8 drivers total The 'ultimate' IB drivers should provide some significant advantages over the peerless...