M3Ti's and ?
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Ian ... or Alan
I bought a pair the M3Ti's about a year ago and am unbelievably happy with them, I even demo'ed them against my brothers Paradigm towers and they held their own for being about 1/16 the size!
I have the M3Ti's in a room, 12 x 12 x 8, and am looking to add a sub into the mix. My system consists of an Adcom GFA545 amp and a GTP400 pre amp and is only used for music. I was interested mostly in the EP125 so if you could give me the pros/cons on that one and maybe compared against the EP175 as well that would be great! I pretty much listen to all types of music, electronic, classical, blues, rock, jazz, etc. if that makes any difference.
I also need to know what would be the best way to hook up a sub, since there is only one set, left/right, of speaker hookups and then the in/out for the pre amp/amp set up. Would I hook up the sub between the pre amp/amp or could I, should I position the sub so that the speakers are wired into it.
Thanks for your help
Kyle, Akron, OH
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Hello Kyle,
The EP175 goes lower--within 3 dB to 32 Hz with useful output below 30 Hz--and produces greater overall output with ease, which you would expect from a bigger woofer in a larger enclosure with a more powerful amplifier.
If we look at low-frequency extension of instruments, the bottom key on a standard grand piano is at 28 Hz. Some pipe organs have pedal notes with a fundamental at 16 Hz, but the 2nd harmonic at 32 Hz is much stronger and the one we hear. Tuba and orchestral bass drum also extend into the 20-Hz region, and there are synthesizers with output at 20 Hz.
So I'd argue for getting the EP175 that has output below 30 Hz. Besides, should you move to a larger room, the EP175 can handle it without being overwhelmed. The EP125 couldn't keep up in a large space.
Use the speaker-level inputs to hook up the sub, running the speaker cables to the sub, then to the M3ti's. If you use a crossover frequency around 80 Hz or so--you'll have to experiment--you should be able to position the sub for the smoothest and deepest bass. Properly positioned, the EP175 has tight, musical bass that isn't boomy.
Regards,
Alan Lofft, Axiom Resident Expert (Retired)
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Kyle,
I too would option for the EP175 or EP350. It depends on your budget. However, if you decide to get an EP125, I might be selling mine if a good offer comes along. Email me if you want details.
Good luck!
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