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S P E C I F I C A T I O N S Frequency Response (±3dB) 40-24,000Hz Nominal Impedance 4 ohms Minimum Impedance 3 ohms Recommended Amplifier Power 150-600 watts Sensitivity [2.83v at 1m] 88dB SPL Driver Complement Tweeter 1-inch (25mm) titanium dome with neodymium magnet and aluminum heat sink Midranges Two 4...
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±0.5dB of the master reference, ensuring a The XA 2900, however, has its entire enclosure built from a consistent sound balance and predictable performance. multi-layer inert box technique. Cabinet walls are con-...
P L A C E M E N T O F Y O U R S P E A K E R S Y S T E M Stereo Image Room-Related Bass Effects The distance between the speakers determines the width of Your room dimensions will determine the frequencies of a the stereo image.
C O N N E C T I N G T H E S P E A K E R S Choosing Cable We recommend high-quality, minimum 16 gauge speaker Warning! To prevent cable for runs up to 25 feet (8m) and 12-gauge wire or electrical shock, always thicker for longer runs.
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Bi-Amplifying Using one amplifier for the bass and one for the high end XA 2900 1. Unscrew both sets of terminals and remove the jumper straps. 2. Connect the cables from the bottom set of terminals to the low frequency amplifier driving the bass units.
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Using one amplifier for each speaker XA 2500 Make sure that the amplifiers are identical. 1. Unscrew both sets of terminals and remove the jumper straps. 2. Connect the cables from the bottom set of terminals to the first amplifiers right channel. 3.
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O P T I M I Z I N G T H E S O U N D , S Y S T E M A D J U S T M E N T S Probably the most unique feature of the XA 2500 is its total adjustability via a number of band trim switches. At Snell, our experience with installing and optimizing our systems into a variety of homes has taught us the value of fine adjustments to a speaker’s balance to suit both the...
If direct sunlight is Please note that Snell Acoustics will not be held liable for unavoidable, be sure that there is nothing partially covering shipping damage due to improper packaging. After it has the veneer in order to prevent “tan lines”.
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