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Wilson Alexia 2 lacking some bass

Hello everyone,

I’m reaching out for advice on fine-tuning my system, as I'm noticing a minor lack of low-end response that seems unusual given the capabilities of my speakers.

Here’s the current setup:

  • Speakers: Wilson Alexia 2, positioned on spikes per the WASP guide
  • Amplification: Nagra HD mono amps
  • Digital Source: DCS Rossini Apex with DCS Rossini Clock
  • Server: Antipodes Oladra
  • Cabling: Shunyata Omega throughout
  • Room Dimensions: Approximately 20 x 15 ft

I’m wondering if the amps may not be the ideal match or if further adjustments to the speaker placement could help resolve this. Any insights would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance

 

greenspyder718
westcoastaudiophile
295 posts
 

@greenspyder718 how do you drive mono-amps, what is your preamp? also, what is sound level you think bass is lacking? 

deep_333
1,343 posts
 

I’m wondering if the amps may not be the ideal match or if further adjustments to the speaker placement could help resolve this.

You could keep changing amps and placement until blue in the face or.....the simpler solution is to get a pair of subs....

koestner
664 posts
 

Placement is key, but the best bass response might not be the ideal placement for the mids and highs. A sub, or 2 under 50Hz with their own volume control might be the ticket for that last octave to really kick in.

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onhwy61
5,212 posts
 

The minor lack of low end response?  Compared to what?  Using a test frequency track can help pinpoint the exact frequencies involved.  That should be determined before any solution can be attempted.

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jond
5,776 posts
 

+ 1 @onhwy61 and once determined then play around with speaker positioning.

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