We have been running a setup of 2 Gsub-like models, loaded with 2*eighteensound 18lw2600 per cab. Running an admark ad42 one channel (4R) per subwoofer.

The admark specs say 7500W/4R

The eighteensound woofers want to take at least 3000W per woofer.

We've been running this setup at 41db gain on the admark, full open, for over 2 years. No problems at all.

Last weekend, we ran the same setup, with an extra sub, and an extra ad42 (using only ch1).

We blew at least 4 out of 6 of our subwoofers (smoke coming out of the cabinets) and I can't figure out what we did wrong?

The amps were running smooth, and the bass never sounded distorted or at max capacity. Untill they just started smoking out of nowhere...

Any ideas what I might have done wrong?

Edit: admark specs say 1/4th max power = 170V/23A, I think we were playing at maximum at 1/2 max power

So I've played around with high end audio in the past and ran a few things here and there. I love building things with my own hands and seeing the reactions they get. So this is the beginning of a new hobby.

I am looking at building two subs and cursory research pointed me at the Marty Cube cabinet and one of two drivers and I'm kind of stuck between them. They are:

Eminence Sigma PRO 18-A2

or

FaitalPRO 18HP1060

I don't have a crazy budget, but I think these fit the bill for the kind of output I want/need. I know the FaitalPRO will require a much more powerful amp (looking at a Yamaha P10) whereas I can get away with less amp with the Eminence but have less output.

I am hoping to meet/exceed the pair QSC KS118 I used at a past event.

I would love feedback as someone new coming into the DIY sound space.

ive been big into my loud music for years now but just recently wanting to do some research into building my own sound system I was wondering if there are any good youtube channels i should follow, forums i should look into, books to read, and any other advice you guys would give to someone with little to no experience. I love to learn as much as i can before trying to tackle a big project so any pointers would be amazing

Thank you to anyone who can send me in the right direction :)

Hey all. I am considering grabbing one of the analog limiters from my studio and putting it in my live rack. I had a gig last weekend, and every DJ swapped to a different controller and the peak output level was changing every hour. It would be ideal if I had an 8 channel DSP and could limit the signal level I'm feeding to my amps that way, but I don't have that cash at the moment. I do have an Elysia Xpressor compressor/limiter in my home studio that I could use to limit the incoming signal so that I'm not ever clipping my amps. Is there any reason not to do this? Atleast until I can get a DSP to set the signal levels with.

My old school is going to buy a new PA System for use in multiple locations.
We are going to do a PA shootout, but we need some guidance, which speakers could be an option. We are also thinking about building something ourselves. Furthermore, we have access to tools, is it possible to build something with our needed specs, except for the Powered step of course, with that budget. And would it sound better than the option of buying something new?

Minimum specs:

• 2 tops no subs (already existing)
• powered
• good sound quality
• some rigging options other than a speaker pole
• durable
• low noise
• budget 3000-4000€
• 12 or 10 inch

We were really happy with KS-audio CPD 10 / CPD 12, but these are way out of budget.
The QSC tops we rented did not convince us sound quality wise.
We are now mostly looking at RCF 912 / 932 A / nx 912-A and the H&K Linear 5 lineup.

Which other speakers would come to your mind, also looking at the used marked.
We were for example looking at some used powered Kling&Freitag Speakers.