I'm installing Focal KX3s (3 ways) replacing the factory 3 ways. My factory amp has separate outputs for the tweeter, mid and woofer. The installer is telling me that I shouldnt use the crossovers that came with the speakers but the Focal manual seems to incidcate otherwise. Any thoughts as to whether I should use the crossover? Many thanks!
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Well, not knowing what the crossover points are in the system is going to be problem. You can't assume that they are the frequencies the Focal set is designed for. Chances are, they will work, but they not be optimal, not normally the way one goes about adding expensive 3-way expensive drivers like those Focal units. You do not use the passive crossovers supplied with the Focal components if the amplifier does the crossover work already. If you could find out what the crossover is for all three OEM leads, that's where I would start.
Or consider getting a line out converter and installing a 6 channel aftermarket amplifier, like this:
LOC:
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Or this amp which doesn't need the LOC:
Or consider getting a line out converter and installing a 6 channel aftermarket amplifier, like this:
LOC:
AudioControl LC2i Line-Output Converter AccuBASS Subwoofer | eBay
The LC2i, is a compact, two-channel processor with active input circuitry, which allows it to accept speaker-level signals of up to 400 watts per channel from factory-installed source units or amplifiers.
And amp
MOSCONI ONE 60.6 GLADEN 6-CHANNEL 60W X 6 CLASS AB AMPLIFIER MADE IN ITALY NEW | eBay
ONE 60.6 - Mosconi 6-Channel 65W RMS x 6 One Line Series Class AB Amplifier. Last but not least high grade Analog Device ICs have been used in the input signal interface circuitry. 6-Channel Amplifier.
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Or this amp which doesn't need the LOC:
AudioControl LC-6.1200 6-Channel 125W RMS Class D Car Stereo Amplifier Brand New 851523007201 | eBay
Class-D Full Range 2-Ohm Stable 6-Channel Amplifier. 3-way protection circuitry (thermal, overload, and speaker short protection). Variable low-pass filter: 500 - 5,000 Hz. Variable high-pass filter: 30 - 300 Hz.
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Thank you! That makes sense. I tried to keep my factory amp (Meridian 22 channel 1,300W) but will try one of these. Thanks again.Well, not knowing what the crossover points are in the system is going to be problem. You can't assume that they are the frequencies the Focal set is designed for. Chances are, they will work, but they not be optimal, not normally the way one goes about adding expensive 3-way expensive drivers like those Focal units. You do not use the passive crossovers supplied with the Focal components if the amplifier does the crossover work already. If you could find out what the crossover is for all three OEM leads, that's where I would start.
Or consider getting a line out converter and installing a 6 channel aftermarket amplifier, like this:
LOC:
AudioControl LC2i Line-Output Converter AccuBASS Subwoofer | eBay
The LC2i, is a compact, two-channel processor with active input circuitry, which allows it to accept speaker-level signals of up to 400 watts per channel from factory-installed source units or amplifiers.
And amp
MOSCONI ONE 60.6 GLADEN 6-CHANNEL 60W X 6 CLASS AB AMPLIFIER MADE IN ITALY NEW | eBay
ONE 60.6 - Mosconi 6-Channel 65W RMS x 6 One Line Series Class AB Amplifier. Last but not least high grade Analog Device ICs have been used in the input signal interface circuitry. 6-Channel Amplifier.
or
Alpine PXE-C60-60 6-Channel Hi-Res Amplifier with Automatic Sound Tuning 793276085214 | eBay
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Alpine PXE-C60-60 6-Channel Hi-Res Amplifier with Automatic Sound Tuning at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!
Or this amp which doesn't need the LOC:
AudioControl LC-6.1200 6-Channel 125W RMS Class D Car Stereo Amplifier Brand New 851523007201 | eBay
Class-D Full Range 2-Ohm Stable 6-Channel Amplifier. 3-way protection circuitry (thermal, overload, and speaker short protection). Variable low-pass filter: 500 - 5,000 Hz. Variable high-pass filter: 30 - 300 Hz.
Range Rover? What is it about the current set up that you don't like? I did some reading, the Focals might work fine. I would just try and find out what the factory settings are, the crossover points and the impedance of the factory speakers, might be fine after all.
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Thanks so much! It's a Rivian. Great car terrible stereo.
Nice amp though.
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