I have a set of Focal Utopia 136w components and one of my crossovers is damaged. The Utopia line is no longer being made and the few that I have been able to locate, ...lets just say, the owners are very proud of them. Is there a good brand that will make my speakers sound like they are supposed to? I have access to Diamond Audio M36.1X Crossovers and Focal Polyglass Component Crossovers. I'm just wanting to double-check before i mix-and-match.
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2001 Z-71
Focal Utopia 136w components
Phoenix Gold 4 channel 500w
2-10" Memphis Audio
Phoenix Gold X2300 300w
MA Audio 800w monoblock
No, unfortunately. No ready-made crossover will work properly, except the ones made for those speakers. You will either need to locate a factory crossover or remove both crossovers and build a matched set so that left and right sound the same, or maybe it's time to bi-amp....
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Support the12volt.comMy wording may have been a little unclear. If I do replace my Utopia crossovers, it will be with a new SET of crossovers. My mix and match meant Utopia speakers and " help me fill in the quotes " brand crossover.
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2001 Z-71
Focal Utopia 136w components
Phoenix Gold 4 channel 500w
2-10" Memphis Audio
Phoenix Gold X2300 300w
MA Audio 800w monoblock
It is almost impossible to find another crossover that will work properly, as properly designed passive crossovers are very specific to the type of speakers they are designed for and include proper tweeter attenuation, phase compensation, EQ in some cases, etc. You will most likely be disapointed in the sound of any ready-made crossover. I suggest you contact Focal or a Focal dealer and see if you can order a replacement. If you are experienced in testing speakers and building crossovers you might be able to build a set that will do everything that needs done. Or, you can try active crossovers and bi-amping. Or get a new component set.
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