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Quad 12L at low volume

Hello,
I'm interested in the quads 12L (could be active or passive), but I have the constraint of listening mostly at low volume.

How do the quads sound at low volume? Are they good from the lower volumes or do they have to be pushed to sing?
Is there a difference between the active and the passive versions in this respect.

Thanks a lot
Mat
matlaf
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mapman
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Don't underestimate the little Titus 202's ability to sound big, given proper amplification.

On a vintage Tandberg TR2080 80w/side receiver I have owned, the little Titus' could hang easily with any larger speaker I've had concurrently, including B&W, Dynaudio, Magnepan and Ohm, at louder volumes as well. At low volumes, they were the best.

The bass extension of a good full range will not be there, but everything else is so good there is a good chance you will not miss it.
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Well have to disagree on that one but we do agree on everything else. The 202 really only plays down to 65hz or so.

The newer Titus ES does a better job with dynamics but unfortunately loses a little of the 202 magic.
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mapman
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Robr45,

I did forget to mention that I was using the Titus 202s with a sub, which does make a big difference regarding a more complete sound.
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