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Aragon 8008x5 with Vandersteen 2w

Hello everyone, 
     I know this is a long shot but is anyone using the above combination. I am attempting to find the correct balanced crossover. I have 20K RCA, 150K balanced, these do not sound good. I do have the WX2 box but believe it is defective. I have downloaded the Vandertones and am using a multi-meter to check AC voltage at the speaker. None of that matters if I do not have various capacitors to try. 

So.... since I do not know the correct input impedance for this amp, does anyone have one they are using successfully with a 2w series sub-woofer?

PS, the advertised spec I found for the amplifier is 22K single ended. The 20K single ended crossover does not sound or measure correctly. I believe the impedance for the 8008x5 may be different from an 8008. Speakers are Vandersteen 2ci.

Thanks in advance!       
jwmorris
jwmorris OP
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No I have not corrected the issue yet. I am going to take a break from the problem and address it again in the future. I may order a variety of capacitors to wire in and see if that works. I still believe I have a bad WX2 or the amplifier is just not compatible with the sub-woofer system.   

Thanks for asking! If I get it figured out I will let the forum know. 
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stringreen
6,462 posts
 
Have you tried 44K?   I have an Ayre amp that I have to double the output impedance when using balanced to correctly use my Vandersteens.  ....just a guess.
audioconnection
1,271 posts
 
 JW
(((I just spoke with Richard on the phone. He believes the problem with the using the 2w with the Aragon balanced circuit may be in the design of the amplifier.
He suggests that I attempt to get the combination running using single ended connections.)))

 A This is exactly the same advice twice
 What were your voltage readings with the RCA X 2 Box at 50 K ?
 Best JohnnyR
 
jwmorris OP
46 posts
 
I promise I am not ignoring advice from Richard or John at audioconnection. When I spoke with Richard he even suggested I call Johhn (audioconnection), that speaks volumes!

I have tried to connect the sub several times over several months via RCA (single ended). 

I believe I have a bad WX2 (temporary) crossover because my voltage readings change without me making changes in the WX2. 

What I need is a known good WX2 to determine the correct crossover to order. The dealer closest to me did not have a WX2 to lend.  

For the record I have a history of electronics repair, installation, and troubleshooting. I have also used the sub-woofer successfully with other amplifiers.

I came here knowing I would receive good advice and acknowledging I may be making a mistake. I appreciate all the help, and I have not given up yet. Thanks to all that have replied. 
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