Ohm Walsh Micro Talls: who's actually heard 'em?

I went to visit peterr53 today and found out something interesting about my Ohm-Walsh 2.2000 speakers. They need more than the 200W/channel that I am currently using (Parasound 1500). When we hooked up the speakers to his 1,000 w/channel system, the sound I originally expected came through.

We played the sample I use (intro to Money for Nothing - Dire Straights) with some revealing drum whacks. They sounded correct. Now I know why my 4XOs sound good with the same amp; they require just enough power from the amp. Funny how threshold situations can cause all sorts of confusion. So mystery solved! Now I have to start the search for more amp power.

Peterr53 has already outlined his system here, but hearing it in person is amazing. His subs (18") blow away any I have heard to date. The whole house shakes and you think you have been punched in the chest by Mike Tyson. Very viseral and impressive.

He previewed an action movie and the added bass really made it an experience to remember; better than the local cinema sound for sure. He claims 8 Hz and I believe it.

I can't wait to hear the finished product of his Walsh 5 modification.

Good morning my friend...
Its always fun to meet new forum member in the flesh.
Tate was kind enough to bring his 2/2000 and at a precursory listen
I was pleasantly surprised. Tate left the speakers for me to do some 
deep deep testing and some measurements when I get a chance so we'll find out
how they measure in a few days......

The Ambien is asking me to lay down the iPad before I say something I'll regret
in the morning...🇸🇪

t8kc, no doubt the more power and current the merrier with most OHM Walshes. At least if one wants the top notch sound possible with them.

I came to that realization early on when my current Ohm Walsh encounter started in 2008 or so and I think I have repeated it many times here over the years and will REPEAT IT AGAIN HERE. :^)

As I mentioned XO are more efficient (Xtra Output) so less amp needed for top notch results I would expect.

Also I find my larger OHMs in larger room benefits more from throwing the kitchen sink in terms of power and current at them but both do benefit.

OHM is not "high end" in its marketing and has sold many speakers over the years at prices that the average consumer might afford. Subsequently many OHMs have been used in underpowered or lesser systems over the years and full "high end" potential not realized. Many owners have no idea what they can do and most probably do not care that much until they actually hear the alternative.

500 w/ch Bel CAnto ref1000m amps I use (see system pics) are a great place to start used.

FOr something new I would look at 300 w/ch Peachtree or newer Bel Canto ref600. Maybe even d-sonic or Class D audio if budget is tighter.

I’ve run mine of good quality highly regarded 180 w/ch SS amp with no negative feedback and more limited current delivery. Meh in comparison.

BTW "cheap" or poorly made speakers would not hold up well at high volumes with 500w/ch thrown at them. My F5s never show any sign of strain or compression and I have probably not even hit the limit with them.

The worst thing to do ever is crank up an underpowered amp into clipping which can happen sooner than one might expect in many cases and before clear effects on sound is actually heard.   Clipping is public enemy # 1 for good sound and is not talked about here these days nearly as often as it should be.   An amp clipping also has greater chance of causing damage to any speakers.

mapman & bondmanp,

One option would be to buy a second Parasound 1500 (used) and run them bridged (mono). This would give 600+W/channel. First, I have to check my home wiring to make sure enough current is reaching the amp (doubly true with 2 amps). The never ending quest...

I am very happy that the 2.2000 upgrade was successful. It was getting depressing that maybe it was a waste of resources.

For now, I will chug along with the 4XOs until I can improve the system.