I have a XLS system with pair of 215xls and 1 sub xls 15. I heard 2 subs can smooth out the sound. Can I add a CVA-118X or buy a second XLS15? Do I have any problems daisy chain 2 different subs and last do I really need a dedicated 20 amp plug to run it?
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If this is for a home sound system, you only need one sub. Two does nothing except muddy the bass. The CVA-118x is a stage bass, it is VERY powerful, possibly too much for home audio use. I have one in my home theater, it is plenty, it rattles everything and about blows the glass out!! Yes, it wants power- I put mine on a dedicated 20 amp circuit because I popped the breaker on a 15amp. All is happy now. For stage use I use two. Each on a separate breaker.
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definitely get two, then you don't have to drive one as hard to fill the room with sound. I use two for room of 300 to 400, more than enough to fill the room but having two, it's just more effortless sound and I only push them 50%. Also... if have two, if one happens to fail, you have backup. Rule of live performance equip, always have backup.
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The xls is a line up in quality. Some of them have double woofers. I think they put more money into the tweeter/ horn too. I don't own one. This product has spectacular clarity, volume and clarity for the price. It's can be little bass heavy if there is no equalizer. If you can afford the xls, it's probably better for the highs.
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hello i would use one for the jrx225 wired to main outs of mixer for left and right and one for the 218"s switched to sub on the back of the amp and wire the inputs of the sub amp in parallel with a xlr y adapter and run to a sub out on mixer or a aux send so you can send just the bass guitar drums keys ect to the subs while the mains you can have more room for the vocals guitar and whatever you are usingi call this sterio output with sub discrete
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I have personally not heard the xl7s but if you look at the specs on the website the speakers are the same size, material and frequency response so I would wager they sound the same. The xlbp gives you twice the speakers for your money (I believe there's a half price sale going on right now too). As far as the sound I love my bipolar speakers. They don't quite have the soundstage or transparency to be used as fronts but as surrounds they are perfect. Hope this helps!
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I use High Performance OFC connecting cables-2 TRS on one side the other XLR's which I made up! Guitar cables are Great! Your ears will pick up the Difference..I connect the XLR's to a power amp then out into the Virtualizer pro DSP2024P-Preset settings on the Virtualizer: I:O73 TUBE AMP! This Creates a Giant Stereo Smack with Clarity = MID BASS & TREBLE & the Levels are Way up to 0.5db & of coarse the CD recorder to lift the Levels to that Mark. I hope this was helpful to complete your Music Workmenship, God Bless ya Bruce & have a Great Week.
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Since there are 2 inputs you'd have to use a splitter box to feed the amp. I haven't done it but I have seen other players doing this. I can always find my "groove" with one or the other channels. They both offer great sounds. This amp has got to be one of the all time best values there is! I've owned Brunos, older Voxes, Matchless, etc. This amp sounds as good as them. No kidding!
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if the 1/4" and xlr inputs are parallel you should be able to use the xlr in from your source and then use the 1/4" input as a thru-put. That's how it works on a similar Crown xls amp and I'd bet that this is the same. Just check the owners manual... probably available online
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How do I connect my subwoofer to my Sony STR-DH 800 if my subwoofer has two wire connector?Do I need to buy another subwoofer to fit onto the subwoofer port on the STR-DH 800?
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No, the CVA-118x is an active speaker, it has a built in pre-amp for line level boost. If anything, you will be reducing power with this beast, I am running it about 1/3 power in my home theater and it knocks the pictures off the wall and almost breaks the windows. You will need a dedicated 20 amp plug for it though.
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Well didn't look up specs but if your running 2 subs I wouldn't overrun the subs rms too much. I wouldn't put more than 1200 watts on them. Over powering even though they are underrated certain songs like jeezy will burn your subs. I am running 2 jlaudio jx1000/1 awesome amp. I blew my obsidian 18 with that amp. So they are 900 watts at 12v I'm running them at 32 hertz. Loudest system I have had. I would run 1 Rockford to two if that is 1250. I also run two batteries for the two amps. I think that is making all the difference running rf 3sixty.2 whole car is dymatted. Do 4 sealed. With the two amps. These subs sound better sealed. 4 sealed on 5000 watts will sound better than 2 ported on 5000. I do prefer my 32 hertz box but you can really see what they can do sealed. Better sq. Although the sq is flawless anyway. Best subs ever man for the money. Will eat an idmax
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Depends on how you wire them up. Perallel or in series. I have my single wired in Perallel which dropped it to 2 ohms and I am powering it with a Audiobahn A8000M that has a peak of 2200 watts and an RMS of 1100 watts. It sounds amazing. So if I were to power two subs I'd get a 2000 watt peak power 2 channel amp and bridge it at least.
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This JX1000/1D amp is not ideal for your setup. With those subs, your only two wiring options would be a final load of 1 ohm or 4 ohms. This JX1000/1D is only stable down to 2 ohms mono--in which it puts out it's maximum RMS power of 1000 watts. Your only option would be to run the amp at 4 ohms in which each sub would only be receiving 250 watts RMS a piece (500 watts RMS total at 4 ohms). If you'd like to stick with JL Audio, your best options would be either the HD1200/1 or the 1200/1v3. Both are EXCELLENT amplifiers!
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You did not mention the sensitivity of the speakers, but being PA types they probably are pretty efficient. Also, you did not mention how large a playback space will be involved and what kind of SPL targets you are after. In any case, the amp can drive 4 ohms with comfort (it can do that down to 2 ohms, actually), and if you need more power, remember that this XLS1000 unit is the smallest in the series. If you are worried about output limitations opt to purchase the XLS1500 model or either of the two still larger ones. I see no reason to parallel the speakers and then bridge the amp output.Howard You did not mention the sensitivity of the speakers, but being PA types they probably are pretty efficient. Also, you did not mention how large a playback space will be involved and what kind of SPL targets you are after. In any case, the amp can drive 4 ohms with comfort (it can do that down to 2 ohms, actually), and if you need more power, remember that this XLS1000 unit is the smallest in the series. If you are worried about output limitations opt to purchase the XLS1500 model or either of the two still larger ones. I see no reason to parallel the speakers and then bridge the amp... » Read More You did not mention the sensitivity of the speakers, but being PA types they probably are pretty efficient. Also, you did not mention how large a playback space will be involved and what kind of SPL targets you are after. In any case, the amp can drive 4 ohms with comfort (it can do that down to 2 ohms, actually), and if you need more power, remember that this XLS1000 unit is the smallest in the series. If you are worried about output limitations opt to purchase the XLS1500 model or either of the two still larger ones. I see no reason to parallel the speakers and then bridge the amp output.Howard « Show Less
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You will only need 1 JL 13.5 (go for 2 if you want, that will really boom) if you want some serious bass. Push the W7 with a JL 1000.1 or 1200.1 amp. The quality and loudness is 2nd to none. JL is a bit expensive, but you pay for what you get. This is a no brainer, JL Audio is indeed ahead of the curve.
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They are very good speakers and are my primary for watching movies. However the XLS 215,s are UNBELIEVABLE. Cost a lot more and require a massive amp. Will absolutely blow you away.I've had Polk audio, and sony's. Fried them all. The 215's are BIG HEAVY and really rock. Can't endorse them enough. I wasted money on the other ones. Then, when I run all four, watch out!!They come truck freight, save your money, buy them, and get a good amp. I use a QSC GX 5. You WILL be happy.
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Even though your mains go down to 48 hz, the general consensus of audiophiles is to set your cross over around 125 hz. This allows your mains to focus on the higher hz, making them more efficient (it takes much more power for low hz) and allowing the sub to do what it does best.YMMV