Monitor 10 Crossover values

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Sumbrada77
Sumbrada77 Posts: 37
edited March 2007 in Vintage Speakers
I have a pair of original Monitor 10s that I would like to redo
the crossovers. They have lost detail over the years (30ish).
Is there anyone who has done this and has the values and would
part with the information? Also, have you seen a improvement in
detail as seen by others redoing thier crossovers in other models.
Also, any preferences on caps, etc. Solens, Sonicap, others? Any other suggestions to bring them up a level? I like them alot, but I don't like
the 6 ohm impedance and HT setups with them. Thanks!
P.S. this forum is cool! Lots of audio freaks, I like it!
CARPE CEREVISI!!
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Yamaha RX-V659 A/V receiver, Maganox CDP482 CD,
Pansonic DVD F85, Marantz 6300 TT w/Apature KOCE
Polk 10s (mains), M&K 3B (backs), Polk 5b Center
HSU Research VTF-2 Mk1 subwoofer
DIY twisted speaker cable
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited March 2007
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    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38755

    As for the 6 ohms I wouldn't worry about it. Yes the upgrade of the caps, and the resistors can make a big difference depending on your system.
    Enjoy Ben
    PS welcome to Club Polk
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
    Thanks
    Ben
  • Sumbrada77
    Sumbrada77 Posts: 37
    edited March 2007
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    Wow, Ben, thanks for such fast information. With it and more I can have some fun!
    CARPE CEREVISI!!
    A Wise man, Keeps his Friends close, but keeps his
    Enemies Closer !!

    Yamaha RX-V659 A/V receiver, Maganox CDP482 CD,
    Pansonic DVD F85, Marantz 6300 TT w/Apature KOCE
    Polk 10s (mains), M&K 3B (backs), Polk 5b Center
    HSU Research VTF-2 Mk1 subwoofer
    DIY twisted speaker cable
  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited March 2007
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    No problem other polkies have helped me out tramendously.
    here is a good place to find parts.
    http://www.partsexpress.com/webpage.cfm?&DID=7&WebPage_ID=29&wt.svl=1
    I use solen caps and mills resistors. I have been happy with both. You will here some chime in and suggest sonicaps, but they are about 3 times more expensive.
    Enjoy Ben
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
    Thanks
    Ben