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Low freq. from small drivers? Is it possible

Can you get really low freq. (lets say 30 and down) from a small driver (~6 inch? What is the relationship between driver size and frequency? Most speakers today have went away from a large base driver (10 inches or more). Have we really come that far or is it really a compermize?

Any recomendations for smaller floor standers with good bass?

Thanks,

Dr. Ken
drken
michaelhwolff
112 posts
 
Drew,

Here is the frequency response of the Ultimate Monitor from Karl Schuemann
Two way, with Scan Speak Symmetric Drive 6" and 1.1" drivers

Frequency Response
+/- 1dB: 70Hz - 18kHz
-3 dB, typical in-room: 45Hz - 20kHz
-3 dB, typical in-room, w/ BOMB: 25Hz - 20kHz

Believe when I say I hear what is written above.
twl
3,251 posts
 
Check the review on 6moons website about the Harmonic Precision Caravelle monitors.
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viridian
4,184 posts
 
Strangely, upper midrange frequencies from a 6" driver seem to be an issue with greater audible consequences. Most designers allow 6" drivers to go into "controlled breakup" when used in two way designs. This trades time response for broader and more controlled upper-range dispersion and potentially, has a greater sonic effect.
danlib1
819 posts
 
Where's Warren?

He's had great results with the Harmonic Precision Caravelle as well.
tvad
9,467 posts
 
Michael, what exactly is the BOMB? How big is it? Where does one place it?
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