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post #1 of 31
10/20/09 at 6:20pm
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Let's see if this thread takes hold. If it does then I will update this post to be a little more informative.
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post #2 of 31
10/20/09 at 6:30pm
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Chris,

As most of us already know, you suggest setting all speaker crossovers to 80Hz after running Audyssey. When I run MultEQ Pro, it lists the crossovers for mains as "large", 40Hz, 60Hz, 70Hz, 80Hz, etc.

I usually set all my crossovers to 80Hz.

I have recently read we should pick the second highest choice if "large" is first. Is "large" the only crossover setting that the manufacture "gets to suggest"? I guess I am wanting to know why 80Hz wasn't suggested as second (for all of my speakers for that matter)? Is this because MultEQ Pro actually found 40Hz to be better for my sytem or are you trying to make the manufacturers happy?
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post #3 of 31
10/20/09 at 6:44pm
I post the following question in "Official" Audyssey thread. I did not get any reply. Since I am planning to buy Onkyo NR1007 with MultiEQ XT. I wonder that anyone in this thread can give any clue.

I am using 2 Mirage OMD-15 FS and OMD-C1 as my front speakers. Can I still benefit from adding 2 Mirage Omnisats as my front height speakers when I run DSX? All the speakers are using Omnipolar technology of Mirage.

Thanks a lot.
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post #4 of 31
10/20/09 at 6:53pm
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Originally Posted by counsil View Post

Chris,

As most of us already know, you suggest setting all speaker crossovers to 80Hz after running Audyssey. When I run MultEQ Pro, it lists the crossovers for mains as "large", 40Hz, 60Hz, 70Hz, 80Hz, etc.

I rarely ever see the settings listed in that regular order. This implies that there are factors being considered other than simply bass extension.
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post #5 of 31
10/20/09 at 8:12pm
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Originally Posted by Kal Rubinson View Post

I rarely ever see the settings listed in that regular order. This implies that there are factors being considered other than simply bass extension.

Sometimes the list is something like "large", 60Hz, 70Hz, 80Hz, 40Hz. "large" is always first.

My center is usually "large", 80Hz, etc.
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post #6 of 31
10/20/09 at 8:16pm
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Sometimes the list is something like "large", 60Hz, 70Hz, 80Hz, 40Hz. "large" is always first.

My center is usually "large", 80Hz, etc.

I have had different results with different equipment. Sometimes, "large" is first, sometimes not, and rarely are the others in size order.
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post #7 of 31
10/20/09 at 8:16pm
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Hey Kal,

I am under the impression that when you select 80Hz (instead of "large", 40Hz, etc), MultEQ Pro can better optimize the available filters instead of applying them below the crossover region. I'm not sure where I read that. Maybe I asked Chris in the past. Do you know if I am under the correct impression?
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post #8 of 31
10/20/09 at 8:17pm
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Originally Posted by Kal Rubinson View Post

I have had different results with different equipment. Sometimes, "large" is first, sometimes not, and rarely are the others in size order.

Interesting. Good to know.
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post #9 of 31
10/20/09 at 8:19pm
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Originally Posted by counsil View Post

Hey Kal,

I am under the impression that when you select 80Hz (instead of "large", 40Hz, etc), MultEQ Pro can better optimize the available filters instead of applying them below the crossover region. I'm not sure where I read that. Maybe I asked Chris in the past. Do you know if I am under the correct impression?

Well, anything handled in the sub channel benefits from the higher filter resolution on that channel. So, the more you send there (the higher the crossover), the more optimized, Chris would say.
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post #10 of 31
10/20/09 at 8:22pm
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Originally Posted by Kal Rubinson View Post

Well, anything handled in the sub channel benefits from the higher filter resolution on that channel. So, the more you send there (the higher the crossover), the more optimized, Chris would say.

Right, but MultEQ Pro allows the user to select the crossovers they want before the filters are created. Regular MultEQ XT doesn't allow this. If, in MultEQ XT, you select a higher crossover, the filters below the crossover aren't "optimally" being used. This is why I am under the impression that MultEQ Pro can make better use of the filters on the satellite channels. Hmmm... I can't remember where I read this.
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post #11 of 31
10/20/09 at 8:29pm
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Originally Posted by counsil View Post

Right, but MultEQ Pro allows the user to select the crossovers they want before the filters are created. Regular MultEQ XT doesn't allow this. If, in MultEQ XT, you select a higher crossover, the filters below the crossover aren't "optimally" being used. This is why I am under the impression that MultEQ Pro can make better use of the filters on the satellite channels. Hmmm... I can't remember where I read this.

I am not sure that is so. If the sub channel is EQ'ed up to the LP filter point for LFE (usually 120Hz), anything redirected to it would be similarly handled.

What AudysseyPro does is recalculate the filter response above the crossover if you select a change.
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post #12 of 31
10/20/09 at 8:37pm
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Originally Posted by Kal Rubinson View Post

I am not sure that is so. If the sub channel is EQ'ed up to the LP filter point for LFE (usually 120Hz), anything redirected to it would be similarly handled.

What AudysseyPro does is recalculate the filter response above the crossover if you select a change.

I am getting a little confused...

What I am asking is if your front speakers are intially set at "large" or 40Hz, for example, and you change them to 80Hz, are the filters for the main speakers going to end out differently? If so, how so? I am thinking the filters that would have been applied to the frequecies below 80Hz (or so) are moved to the frequecies above 80Hz (to make better use of them).
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post #13 of 31
10/20/09 at 8:38pm
Can someone go over the process (or link to a previous post explaining it) that would be required for an enthusiast to do their own Audyssey Pro calibrations? I understand the purchase of a license key and some additional software is required, but it is unclear to me how I could obtain either one.
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post #14 of 31
10/20/09 at 8:45pm
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Can someone go over the process (or link to a previous post explaining it) that would be required for an enthusiast to do their own Audessy Pro calibrations? I understand the purchase of a license key and some additional software is required, but it is unclear to me where I could obtain either one.

Sure. First visit the Audyssey website (http://www.audyssey.com/installers/index.html) to determine if there is an Audyssey Pro Installer near you. If there is, then go to them to purchase an Installer kit (currently $550). If there is not an Installer near you, then email Audyssey (installer@audyssey.com). They will sell you the kit directly. If you purchase the kit directly from Audyssey you will get access to the Installer website that will give you access to a lot of manuals (among other things) better explaining how to perform a Pro calibration. I am under the impression (read here http://www.audyssey.com/InstallerWeb...stallerkitcost) that if you purchase the kit from an Installer, you wouldn't end out with access to the Installer website.

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Each AVR you want to perform a Pro calibration on will require a separate license key. The cost is $150. You do not need a license key for Audyssey-made products (Sound Equalizer, Sub Equalizer, etc.).
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post #15 of 31
10/20/09 at 8:55pm
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Here is a Sound Equalizer for sell on eBay...

http://cgi.ebay.com/Audyssey-Sound-E...item19b715fee9

The price started decent, but it is steadily getting too pricey, IMO.
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post #16 of 31
10/21/09 at 2:47pm
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I post the following question in "Official" Audyssey thread. I did not get any reply. Since I am planning to buy Onkyo NR1007 with MultiEQ XT. I wonder that anyone in this thread can give any clue.

I am using 2 Mirage OMD-15 FS and OMD-C1 as my front speakers. Can I still benefit from adding 2 Mirage Omnisats as my front height speakers when I run DSX? All the speakers are using Omnipolar technology of Mirage.

Thanks a lot.

I wil venture an answer to this one. First let me preface this by saying I have never personally listened to any type of omnipolar speaker design. So with that in mind consider the following...

Based on what I read online I am unsure about the directionality of the omnipolar design and therefore unsure as if it is best suited for home theater type scenarios where DSX comes into play. Possibly a more directional speaker choice would be better suited in this type of configuration, but I do see they sell 5.1 packages in this style so I am sure they are better than I think.

The Onkyo NR1007 supports high OR wide from what I can tell from online specs. The High/Wide channels are 20hz-20khz full bandwidth channels that are processed like any other in the receiver with regards to bass management so using the Omnisats for height channel speakers would do just fine as long as you are happy with the imaging of the 'OMNI' design, any low end that needs better handling will be redirected to the sub based on the crossover frequency selected during setup.

Hope this helps.
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post #17 of 31
4/21/11 at 1:36pm
Hey all, I am thinking of having my speakers professionally calibrated and thus resurrecting this thread.

I currently have the Onk 3008, 2 rf7's and rc 64 up front, rf 82 wides, rf52 rear wides and rb 51 rear surrounds. I am running a CS 18.T which is 2 separate 18 inch sealed subs run off one 1000 watt amp.

I am adding a CS 18.2 which is a single box containing 2 18 inch subs run off one 1000 watt amp. I realized that I am going to need more than just my Audyssey Multi EQ ET 32
for tuning.

I am working with an ISF pro (he calibrated my TV) who wants to use Audyssey Pro for a full calibration.

Will I benefit significantly from a professional calibration from an ISF certified tech using Audyssey Pro? I have a feeling that the answer is yes. He said the full calibration will run about $800, which I have no problem with (I am trading personal training @ $50 an hour for training....that was my profession before I taught college). There is a $150 licensing fee for the Pro each time he uses it, but it is cheaper than the $550 for the full kit?

The pro calibration will produce significant improvements, yes?
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post #18 of 31
4/21/11 at 2:55pm
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Originally Posted by Dr_jitsu View Post

Hey all, I am thinking of having my speakers professionally calibrated and thus resurrecting this thread.

I currently have the Onk 3008, 2 rf7's and rc 64 up front, rf 82 wides, rf52 rear wides and rb 51 rear surrounds. I am running a CS 18.T which is 2 separate 18 inch sealed subs run off one 1000 watt amp.

I am adding a CS 18.2 which is a single box containing 2 18 inch subs run off one 1000 watt amp. I realized that I am going to need more than just my Audyssey Multi EQ ET 32
for tuning.

I am working with an ISF pro (he calibrated my TV) who wants to use Audyssey Pro for a full calibration.

Will I benefit significantly from a professional calibration from an ISF certified tech using Audyssey Pro? I have a feeling that the answer is yes. He said the full calibration will run about $800, which I have no problem with (I am trading personal training @ $50 an hour for training....that was my profession before I taught college). There is a $150 licensing fee for the Pro each time he uses it, but it is cheaper than the $550 for the full kit?

The pro calibration will produce significant improvements, yes?

As I said in your other thread, the Onkyo TX NR3008 is not installer ready. You can't do a Pro Calibration on it. I'm surprised your ISF guy didn't know this.

Craig
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post #19 of 31
4/21/11 at 3:02pm
Wait a minute, are you saying if he has the pro kit he can't do it?

The 3008 is one step from the Onk flagship, why wouldn't it be ready?
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post #20 of 31
4/21/11 at 3:09pm
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Originally Posted by Dr_jitsu View Post

Hey all, I am thinking of having my speakers professionally calibrated and thus resurrecting this thread.

I currently have the Onk 3008, 2 rf7's and rc 64 up front, rf 82 wides, rf52 rear wides and rb 51 rear surrounds. I am running a CS 18.T which is 2 separate 18 inch sealed subs run off one 1000 watt amp.

I am adding a CS 18.2 which is a single box containing 2 18 inch subs run off one 1000 watt amp. I realized that I am going to need more than just my Audyssey Multi EQ ET 32
for tuning.

I am working with an ISF pro (he calibrated my TV) who wants to use Audyssey Pro for a full calibration.

Are you sure the 3008 is compatible with Audyssey Pro? I have not yet seen it confirmed at the Audyssey Installers Site.

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Will I benefit significantly from a professional calibration from an ISF certified tech using Audyssey Pro?

Cannot say without a lot more info about your room.

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There is a $150 licensing fee for the Pro each time he uses it, but it is cheaper than the $550 for the full kit?

No. The licensing fee/key is $150 for the unit but only once.

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The pro calibration will produce significant improvements, yes?

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post #21 of 31
4/21/11 at 3:12pm
I just checked the Audyssey site, you are correct, the 3008 is not installer ready.

Is there any other way to use the Pro?
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post #22 of 31
4/21/11 at 3:14pm
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Originally Posted by Dr_jitsu View Post

Wait a minute, are you saying if he has the pro kit he can't do it?

Yes, he cannot.

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The 3008 is one step from the Onk flagship, why wouldn't it be ready?

Even the flagship 5008 is not AudysseyPro compatible, only the prepros.
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post #23 of 31
4/21/11 at 3:16pm
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Originally Posted by Dr_jitsu View Post

I just checked the Audyssey site, you are correct, the 3008 is not installer ready.

Is there any other way to use the Pro?

Get another AVR or prepro.

OTOH, I do not believe you should be concerned with it at this point. Have you done a competent setup with XT32? If not, hold off.
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post #24 of 31
4/21/11 at 6:26pm
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Originally Posted by Kal Rubinson View Post
Get another AVR or prepro.

OTOH, I do not believe you should be concerned with it at this point. Have you done a competent setup with XT32? If not, hold off.

I ran it and it sounds good. However I believe the 18.2 sub I am adding will present tuning challenges.
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post #25 of 31
4/21/11 at 6:47pm
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Originally Posted by Dr_jitsu View Post
I ran it and it sounds good. However I believe the 18.2 sub I am adding will present tuning challenges.
Why? What problems will it present?

There is nothing in AudysseyPro that specifically addresses adding another sub that isn't already in XT32. You seem fearful of relying on XT32 but there is no reason not to and, frankly, you don't even have a choice.
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post #26 of 31
5/25/11 at 4:47pm
I'm tearing my hair out trying to figure out how to create a new post concerning my struggles getting Audyssey to work on my new Denon 3310. I'm registered, but nowhere can I find a button to initiate a new question/post concerning my issue. Any ideas?

LJ
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post #27 of 31
5/25/11 at 4:59pm
Try posting on the Denon 3310CI Owner's thread.
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post #28 of 31
5/25/11 at 5:04pm
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Originally Posted by jdsmoothie View Post

Try posting on the Denon 3310CI Owner's thread.

Thanks. I go there, but can't find the option to write a new post, only to reply to the last post listed.
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post #29 of 31
5/25/11 at 5:13pm
Replying to the last post is the same as creating your own post.
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post #30 of 31
5/25/11 at 5:34pm
Just waiting for my pro kit.

Question :

I know if you use the mic that comes with the denon, you have 2 curve options for EQ.

Now, when using the pro kit, where does it store it's curves too? Is there a new curve to choose from? Or do I still select FLAT for example and it will use results from the pro kit?

Thanks and excited..
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