Switching the passive to active?

flintstone · « **on:** 19 Feb 2005, 10:19 pm »

Wondering what effect this would have? Using the large sub as an example...would switching out the 15" passive for 15" active be a downgrade, upgrade or no difference at all?

Sorry, my mind wonders into all kinds of bass thoughts...one of those crazy thoughts here.

Dave

ekovalsky · « **Reply #1 on:** 19 Feb 2005, 11:24 pm »

It would almost certainly be a major downgrade. You must realize the passive radiator replaces a (long) vent and allows the box to be tuned to a particular frequency. Drivers that are optimized for use in a PR or vented box will probably not perform well in a sealed enlosure. A pair of 15" VMPS active woofers would be majorly constipated in a sealed Larger box.

Love your Apogees by the way. Brings back memories of my beloved Divas !

flintstone · « **Reply #2 on:** 21 Feb 2005, 03:43 pm »

Thanks on both...Divas, yes...fantastic speakers!

Dave