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    Thanks, I appreciate the input. I may look into Dirac Live once I get the system back to a proper baseline. My AVR is the Denon X2900H, and it does look like Dirac is available as a paid upgrade, so that is definitely something I’ll consider...
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    Thanks again, this is helpful. I’m going to take your advice and do this in stages before I spend money blindly. First step is getting the subwoofer back to proper working condition. I ordered a reconditioned replacement backplate/amp assembly...
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    I'll play with the X-overs on the speakers, but I am getting new ones soon. I have a great TV and the sound definitely enhances the total experience.
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    yeah, obviously dont turn it off since you dont have it. i have tiny little 3" surrounds that cross at 150. pushing all the way up to 250 is why they "have more of a “megaphone” type sound", youve cut out all low and a big chunk of mid range, the...
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    Ah, got it on the AVR-1909 comment. I didn’t realize you were pointing that out to OW. Yes, the 1909 is already gone, so unfortunately I can’t go back and compare the old settings. On the Bose manual, I agree with what you’re saying if the...
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    Yeah, the AVR-1909 is already gone. It had multiple issues and I already replaced it with the Denon AVR-X2900H, so unfortunately I can’t go back and compare settings from the old receiver. On the RCA repair, that would have been a good temporary...
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    LOL. I actually did solder a new RCA jack in place. I replaced the shielding properly and all. The problem is that sub makes a constant P-P-P-P-P-P-P sound that gets louder or softer when I go near it or touch it. Martin Logan thinks one of the...
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    Yes, the RCA issue is recent. The Dynamo 500 has left/right RCA inputs, with the right input also serving as the LFE input. The LFE/right jack was damaged, so I temporarily used the left RCA input just to keep the sub working. You may be right...
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    Thanks again, I really appreciate you taking the time to break this down and respond point by point. This has been very helpful, and I can tell you’ve spent a lot of time with Denon equipment. I agree that doing a full reset on the X2900H is...
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    Thanks for taking the time to write all that out. I really appreciate it. A factory reset on the new Denon is something I may do before I make a final decision. The old AVR-1909 is gone, but the current receiver is the AVR-X2900H, so if I keep...
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    Thanks, that makes sense on the Bose 101s. I need to go back into the Denon and confirm exactly where the rear Bose 101s are currently crossed over, but I believe they are around 100 Hz. If the manual suggests 100-120 Hz, then setting the 101s at...
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    Thanks, I appreciate that. I’d definitely be interested in hearing your thoughts once you get them built. The CSS kits look interesting, and I can see how they could be a great value if someone is comfortable building and finishing speakers. My...
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    Thanks, I appreciate the recommendation. I have heard good things about the ELAC Debut speakers as well, especially for the money. I’m definitely not opposed to looking at them, and I understand they may offer a lot of performance per dollar...
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    The cat tower on top of the sub might be the cheapest acoustic treatment I’ve been offered so far. I’ll have to see if the cats are willing to cooperate. On the receiver reset, that is a fair suggestion. The old Denon AVR-1909 is already gone...
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    I hear you, and I agree that configuration can make a huge difference. That is why I have been trying to rule that out first before spending money. I’ve run Audyssey, checked distances, levels, speaker size, crossovers, surround modes, ECO...
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    That makes sense. When I ran Audyssey on the Denon, it did prompt me for the subwoofer level, and I adjusted it during setup. The sub is producing bass, but because I’m using the left RCA input instead of the damaged LFE input, I need to...
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    Thanks, that makes sense. You’re correct, because the LFE input jack on the MartinLogan Dynamo 500 is damaged, I’m currently using the working left RCA input. So I need to double-check the sub’s physical crossover control and make sure it is...
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    Thanks, this is helpful. I am going to keep the Denon AVR-X2900H for now. I understand the idea of moving up to a receiver that can do 5.1.4, but I do not really want to get into Atmos/height channels in this room right now. My goal is a strong...
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    Thanks, that’s a fair point. Just to clarify, I am using the MartinLogan Dynamo 500 subwoofer now, and I was also using it with the old Denon AVR-1909 setup. The old receiver was not using the original Bose Acoustimass bass module either. The...
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