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Vandersteen 2WQ Subs and ARC Power amp

Just purchased a pair of 2WQ subs in very good condition.  However, the variable crossovers that came with them were single ended, so elsewhere I purchased the fixed balanced versions, marked with "150K".  The seller assured me that was the proper value for my ARC REF 150, which has an input impedance of 300K.

I have very little, if any, output from the subs when I use these crossovers.  Do I have the wrong values for this amp?
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tomic601
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dial the Q back......but so glad to hear you have the system singing!,,,,,
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scottwsmith OP
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I went through the voltmeter based calibration that audioconnection suggested, (thank you) it was spot on with the new crossovers set at 100K.  Man, the system sounds good now.  I have the subs on a wood floor, without the spikes.  Should the spikes be used?    I don't usually like to rave, the sound can always be better, but this is a huge upgrade.
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stringreen
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Yes - use the spikes.   Isn't John the ginchiest?
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tomic601
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spikes and IF you don’t want floor marring use the machined aluminum shoes w felt under each spike. You get coupling, just not as much as the bare spike. You can see a picture of the shoes on my Poverty Bay system photo in systems this site.

Shes available from your new buddy Johnny R at Audio Connecion

best and enjoy the music.

Jim
gdnrbob
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+2 on the spikes.
And, I'm glad you sorted things out.
BTW- Herbies also sells the gliders under the spikes.
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