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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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. Before I spend money on Dirac, I want to fix the...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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 directly from MartinLogan, so once that comes in...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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 Acoustimass bass module is still being used. In my...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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 fix. I actually had the same thought about...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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 amps may have shorted. I checked all the capacitors...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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 that using only the left input instead of the...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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 probably the smartest next step, especially before I...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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 chasing settings and still feel like something is...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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 120 Hz sounds reasonable. The front Bose...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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 main limitation is the room layout and mounting...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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. The main limitation in my room is placement. I...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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. It had a major failure and was checked out, but...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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 settings, and the subwoofer setup. I’m still going to...
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    Surround Sound System Speaker advice.

    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 double-check the physical crossover knob on the back of...
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