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How do I run a sub set up?

 

I have an Allen and Heath WZ16-2DX board

 

I use a Carvin DCM 1500 amp to fire four 2-way EV's (15")

 

I saw some EV subs for sale used at the Guitar Center, I think they are T-18's, they were $399 each but I think I can hammer them down about though.

 

I was thinking about buying a second DCM1500 to drive two of these.

 

Questions:

 

Are subs connected mono?

 

DO I need a crossover?

 

What else do I need to know?

 

Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

PS I picked the DCM1500 to match the one I have and give me the option of using the two of them mono on the mains in the future.

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You'll need that second stereo power amp, and you'll need a stereo two way active crossover.

 

The stereo line level output from the mixer connect to the inputs of the crossover;

 

the inputs of one stereo amp driving the two-way speakers connect to the "100hz and up" outputs of the crossover;

 

the second stereo amp inputs driving the subwoofers connect to the "100hz and down" outputs of the crossover.

 

Most active crossovers are tune-able frequency-wise... I chose 100hz as a typical example. You may decide to try a different frequency depending upon your system and the room you put it in.

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