4 18" 5400's and 8 passives "WOW!"

**robertcharles123** · **07-14-09, 10:05 PM**

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Originally Posted by darrellh44
Yeah, that's it...actually it's more like recovering from 15 rounds with Mike Tyson. I just kept getting smacked around while looking for the next punch.

First I want to say that Robert is a great guy and it was a pleasure meeting him. His man cave on the second floor is to die for...so much high quality gear up there he could open his own hi-end store.

Going into my visit, I wasn't sure what to expect after reading that Robert hadn't had a chance to get REW running to calibrate his new LMS subs. With all that horsepower in one room, I was anticipating something like a massive car-audio system booming out one-note bass. I was pleasantly surprised on the first movie track. The bass was solid, articulate, completely effortless, and was not overly deep until called upon. I have never had felt so much pressure on my ears and body...it was almost as if I dove into 15 ft of water (just louder). If you have every been under water next to someone doing a good cannonball, that's what the bass impacts felt like. I could really feel all of the hair on my arms and legs move on sudden bass transients. It really added to the effect of being there as my body dealt with the all of the percussive impacts of things going on onscreen. There was one scene from the Hulk that used an 8 Hz infrasonic beam weapon that just shook my body to the core...absolutely amazing experience.

Robert said he had some experience setting up live concert systems, and it's obvious that he is very adept at ear-tuning a system. The overall sound seemed very balanced to me. Also the workmanship on the LMS subs was second to none. The beautiful marble top and bottom plates and wood-grain finish sides looked very professional. The grill covers were also expertly done.

The only criticism I have (other than the fact that Robert attended my arch-rival Archbishop Rummel high school) is that there there seemed to have been some bass localization issues, but its probably more the case that I'm not used to having deep bass coming at me from the sides and rear. If I were Robert, though, I would probably try moving the big LMS subs a little closer to the front corners to see if they integrate better.

Robert has built a great show system that he promises will get even better. I highly recommend that anyone going close to New Orleans call Robert and setup a demo. I know he would be more than happy to welcome you to his home.

-Darrell

Thanks Darrell.

**robertcharles123** · **07-29-09, 04:28 AM**

Well, I got motivated tonight and started to build my new rack for the new additions. Hopefully, the ambition continues tomorrow.

Good night to all,

Robert

**robertcharles123** · **08-01-09, 10:55 PM**

I am planning a LFE/ subwoofer GTG for mid october. Any interest?

Thanks,

Robert

**robertcharles123** · **08-07-09, 12:49 AM**

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robertcharles123 wrote:

I am planning a LFE/ subwoofer GTG for mid october. Any interest?

Thanks,

Robert

I guess not.

**harleyhualer-sc02** · **08-07-09, 11:36 AM**

I'm interested!!!

**sub_crazy** · **08-07-09, 12:41 PM**

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robertcharles123 wrote:

I am planning a LFE/ subwoofer GTG for mid october. Any interest?

Thanks,

Robert

If I were closer and October wasn't my busy season I would definitely like to listen to you canons. It would probably ruin my perception of great bass in my room forever though.

**Jason_Nolan** · **08-07-09, 06:55 PM**

I myself would love to hear them, but I'm in Ohio. Sorry, a little too far for me.

If I'm ever down that way I'd love to hear it, but I can't schedule a special trip.

Congratulations on a great build. I'm envious.

**robertcharles123** · **08-12-09, 03:50 AM**

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harleyhualer-sc02 wrote:

I'm interested!!!

Cool!

Any subs /drivers to demo?

I have my LMS's hooked up now, but the new electrical may not be finished in time, but I am giving it a shot.

This is the new panel for the HT room.

**harleyhualer-sc02** · **08-15-09, 12:57 AM**

Robert I just got my shipment of subs in today ,but it will be a while before a build anything.

**robertcharles123** · **08-15-09, 01:01 AM**

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harleyhualer-sc02 wrote:

Robert I just got my shipment of subs in today ,but it will be a while before a build anything.

Like a kid at Christmas!

**harleyhualer-sc02** · **08-15-09, 08:08 AM**

Yeah, I can’t even sleep, but my wife is pregnant and I have to get the nursery together before I start building anything for my home theater.

**sub_crazy** · **08-15-09, 12:49 PM**

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harleyhualer-sc02 wrote:

Robert I just got my shipment of subs in today ,but it will be a while before a build anything.

I can't make it all out in the pictures but I do spy some Mal-X. How much of what did you get?

**harleyhualer-sc02** · **08-15-09, 10:01 PM**

4-18 Mal-X's and 8 -18" PR's. That setup may sound familiar.

**sub_crazy** · **08-15-09, 11:05 PM**

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harleyhualer-sc02 wrote:

4-18 Mal-X's and 8 -18" PR's. That setup may sound familiar.

Very nice

Mow you will have something to rock your new baby to sleep with

**harleyhualer-sc02** · **08-16-09, 12:00 AM**

I just hope my wife doesn't go into labor the day of the GTG, She is due mid Oct. around the time that Robert has GTG planned.

**robertcharles123** · **08-16-09, 02:35 AM**

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harleyhualer-sc02 wrote:

I just hope my wife doesn't go into labor the day of the GTG, She is due mid Oct. around the time that Robert has GTG planned.

Are you going with opposing drivers?

Do you have any other subs for possible testing?

**harleyhualer-sc02** · **08-16-09, 10:37 AM**

They will be set up like the Def. Tech. Trinity subs, 2 drivers on the front baffle and the 4 pr's on opposing sides. I have no other subs for testing, I had 2 velodyne hgs 10's that were going to be replaced with RE Audio XXX 12's. But they have all been sold on ebay and i'm going with this current setup. The 10's use to be in either side of the tv in my entertainment center.

**robertcharles123** · **08-16-09, 12:53 PM**

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harleyhualer-sc02 wrote:

They will be set up like the Def. Tech. Trinity subs, 2 drivers on the front baffle and the 4 pr's on opposing sides. I have no other subs for testing, I had 2 velodyne hgs 10's that were going to be replaced with RE Audio XXX 12's. But they have all been sold on ebay and i'm going with this current setup. The 10's use to be in either side of the tv in my entertainment center.

from 2 10's to 4' 18+PR's.

Cool

**harleyhualer-sc02** · **08-16-09, 06:56 PM**

Bought a new bigger house about a year ago, so new bigger house, new bigger system.

**sub_crazy** · **08-16-09, 08:38 PM**

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harleyhualer-sc02 wrote:

Bought a new bigger house about a year ago, so new bigger house, new bigger system.

With 4 Mal-x and 8 passives you must have bought the Louisiana Superdome

Can you hook me up with 50 yard line seats

**robertcharles123** · **09-10-09, 12:31 AM**

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harleyhualer-sc02 wrote:

I'm interested!!!

Still interested?

I might have a few surprises if all works out correctly.

**robertcharles123** · **09-17-09, 02:15 AM**

A question has just raised in my mind.

1. Is or would it be better to biamp my soon to be 6th and 7th channels in a 7.1 setup. Full range cabs and and epic 12 or Mal X

or

2. Run the 6th and 7th channels and high pass the full range cabs at about 40 and redirect the bass to the LFE with a catch- the LFE would be the LMS cabs and a set of MAL X drivers that would be the low end of the bi amp alternative. I would effectively eliminate the low end of the 6 and 7 channel, but increase the LFE section by adding the MALs.

I only say this because I am going to pull the trigger on the Face amps and the MAL X. I was going to use the 12's in the HT and the MALs downstairs in the old setup. But, I can fit the Mals easier upstairs and the 12's down.

I would then have the 6 and 7 channel subs as LFE and they would be directly behind me about 9 feet away.

Any thoughts?

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