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The video discusses the "LFE plus main" setting on Denon AV receivers, focusing on bass management and speaker configuration settings, particularly in a surround sound setup. It explains how setting speakers to "small" with an 80 Hz crossover is optimal, directing frequencies effectively. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding how the setting affects bass distribution for speakers set to large or full range, where the LFE plus main setting allows for bass duplication below the crossover point. It suggests seeking further clarification on these settings and highlights the significance of research and learning in home theater setups for optimal audio performance.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the “LFE plus main” setting found on Denon AV receivers, particularly the Denon X6500H. This setting, also known as double bass or extra bass, allows for duplicate bass output. The video explains that LFE stands for Low Frequency Effects, which is a discrete channel in movies meant for subs, starting at 120Hz or lower. It is recommended to set speakers to “small” in the speaker configuration settings, with a crossover frequency typically set at 80Hz for optimal performance. The speaker uses a 90Hz crossover but notes that 80Hz is the standard point recommended by THX.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker configuration and bass management settings for a surround sound setup are discussed. When speakers are set as small with an 80 Hz crossover, frequencies above 80 Hz are played by the front and center channels, while frequencies below 80 Hz are sent to the subwoofers. Setting LFE plus main duplicates bass through the subwoofers, allowing additional low frequencies from small speakers to be played. Setting tower speakers to large makes them full range, playing all frequencies, but may lead to distortion due to inadequate bass handling capabilities. It is recommended not to set tower speakers as large unless they can handle deep bass frequencies effectively.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses how some people prefer to set their front or tower speakers to “large” in their AV receiver settings, believing that their speakers can handle lower frequencies. When utilizing the LFE plus main setting and having front speakers set to large, the crossover setting for those speakers does not affect their full range playback. The LFE plus main setting allows subwoofers to duplicate bass below a specified frequency, typically 80 Hz, for speakers set to large. However, for speakers set to small, bass below the crossover frequency is redirected to the subwoofer for those speakers. It is crucial to remember that duplication only occurs for speakers set to large or full range, not for speakers set to small. The 80 Hz setting in this scenario is primarily for bass duplication for the subwoofers.
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In this segment of the video, it is explained that when using full-range towers with lfe plus main engaged and a crossover set to 80 hertz, frequencies below the crossover point are duplicated by the subwoofers. The setting lfe plus main essentially results in duplicate bass being played below the set crossover point when speakers are set to full range or large. The speaker configuration and base management settings are crucial in optimizing audio performance. The speaker suggests asking questions if confusion persists as it can be a complex topic and emphasizes the importance of research and learning from experienced individuals in the field of home theater.