The following manual(for the Dahlquist DQ-LP1) contains a formula for, and a chart of, the values(capacitors and if needed, resistors) that will give you your desired crossover point(BUT- 1st order), based on the input impedance of your mid/high amp. Keep in mind that greater than a 1st order(6dB) slope will cause greater than 90 degrees of phase shift, in your mid/high drivers. For instance, with a 2nd order(12 dB/oct) filter, you may find the best sound with either the mid/high or bass driver connected out of phase, unless they were already designed for a higher order slope. I had always used polypropylene film and Vishay metal film resistors(when required), to achieve the absolute minimum signal distortion/degradation. I have installed such filters inside amps, at the RCA terminals, to eliminate the need for additional connectors and cables. See, "technical" on page 4: (https://sites.google.com/site/mpbarney/home/dahlquist-dq-lp1) Don't know if you can use any of that, but- what the hell....... =8^)
Suggestions for a passive line-level high-pass crossover?
Looking for suggestions on a passive line-level RCA high-pass crossover that I can insert between my preamp’s outputs and the amplifier that is driving the mids and highs of my bi-amped speakers. I don’t need anything fancy or overly complex, but I am looking for audiophile-grade circuitry that will have the least sonic signature.
Specifically, I need it to be a 100 Hz high-pass crossover point, with a slope at of at least 12 db per octave. Doesn’t need to have a level control, adjustable settings, etc. Simple, but high-performance parts and sound.
Any suggestions?
Thanks gang!