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Old 10-01-2006, 03:33 AM
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impedance question

Hey all,
this is probably a noob question, but what exactly is the effect of using 6 ohm tweeters with a 4 ohm stable amp?
i think i have a fairly good understanding of ohm's law, but i dont know what it will SOUND like.

can anyone tell me if it will be louder or quieter than using the same tweeters in a 4 ohm load?
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Hey all,
this is probably a noob question, but what exactly is the effect of using 6 ohm tweeters with a 4 ohm stable amp?
i think i have a fairly good understanding of ohm's law, but i dont know what it will SOUND like.

can anyone tell me if it will be louder or quieter than using the same tweeters in a 4 ohm load?
All things being equal, there will be less output. It won't effect SQ noticeably.
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hmmm, so instead of setting my crossovers at -2 or -4 i could probably go -0db and come out smelling good aye?
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Depending on the efficiency of the tweeter, you may not need to do anything. Hook 'em up, and let your ears be the judge....
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