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Recommended Processor/Receiver For Use With BFD/REW

Discuss Recommended Processor/Receiver For Use With BFD/REW in the Subwoofer Equalization | Calibration forum; Recommended Processor/Receiver For Use With BFD/REW I did a search and didn't see much discussion on this. I'm still debating on whether to go ...

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Old 07-23-07, 12:49 PM   #1 (Link)
 
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Recommended Processor/Receiver For Use With BFD/REW


I did a search and didn't see much discussion on this.


I'm still debating on whether to go 5.1 or stay stereo.

What are some recommended stereo and surround receivers/processors for use with BFD/REW?

Thanks guys.


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Re: Recommended Processor/Receiver For Use With BFD/REW


Hi Luke; welcome to the Shack.

Most any receiver or preamp will work; those of us with BFDs have a wide cross-section of systems.

The only requirement is that it have a preamp-level output that will feed the BFD. Pretty much all 5.1/7.1 receivers and preamps have this. If you're using a stereo receiver or preamp, it too must have preamp outs. If it doesn't have bass management, you can do that through the BFD by assigning the right filters to cut your signal as desired.

So -- pretty much anything that has a pre-out.


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Thanks Otto, much appreciated.


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here is my 2 cents worth....

I think Behringers will work best with preamps- processors with XLR balanced outputs. I have seen a lot of posts referring to the lower level output of regular consumer gear... and mis-matched levels and hence the noise.

proper connections between the pre-pro and Behringers will solve this issue.


Also ..... how do people connect a unbalanced output on a RCA jack to the balanced XLR input of Behringers?

I guess you have to use a custom cable....right ?


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That was actually one of my concerns, preamp voltage.

I'd prefer not to use a Cleanbox if at all possible. Modding one isn't too hard, but it is one more thing that can be avoided with a good receiver.


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I think Behringers will work best with preamps- processors with XLR balanced outputs. I have seen a lot of posts referring to the lower level output of regular consumer gear... and mis-matched levels and hence the noise.

proper connections between the pre-pro and Behringers will solve this issue.


Also ..... how do people connect a unbalanced output on a RCA jack to the balanced XLR input of Behringers?

I guess you have to use a custom cable....right ?
The BFD accepts both balanced and unbalanced connections - both on the input and output. It also accepts consumer voltage levels and professional voltage levels.

The BFD is a unity gain device, so is essentially transparent with respect to voltage levels as long as maximums are respected. Problems occur when users connect a professional level subwoofer amp to a standard consumer level receiver. It has nothing to do with the BFD. The problem is easily solved with a line amp though. It has little to do with good or poor receivers. It's simply a matter of standard voltage levels that are used in consumer gear being mixed with pro equipment.

To connect a BFD, some people prefer to make or purchase custom cables, but most simply use this adaptor.

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