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Need help grasping how to connect active speakers to a sub - Kali LP-UNF / Kali LP-6 v2 with sub

@WhyNot as it is I wouldn't use PC anything internal, you have 1 KW high teach heater. Maybe we are overthinking this. What's the TV? Where you are (country) and how much you want to spend and achieving what?
Forgot to mention I live in Ireland (Republic of)
 
Cheap not lacking bass but don't expect low bass kick from it. WiiM (Pro+/-...) Toslink stereo PCM input from TV, RCA unbalanced analog to big studio monitors as already mentioned. Basic PEQ just enough for level and room mood.
Rather good not so cheap but good on it's own however limited availablity. Mini DSP Flex or Flex HT. Limited convolution capabilities, 10 PEQ's per bank (one bank per each I/O) in most cases enough, additional optional (limited) Dirac support and with it's best pal (UMIK 1).
Room friendly low self noise studio monitors to your pocket and still not on the small side, appropriate sub's.
You can play with embedded Realtek codec PC it will have about 1V unbalanced output (-6 dB) good luck regarding drivers, u use 3.5 mm to 2x RCA cable's. Problem is how to say it a monster and under the heavy load stuck 700~800 W from 1~1.2 KW switching power supply and even if it's rather good one it will release tremendous amount of EMI. That's why I am again any exposed analog circuit to it and even in USB case a receiver with it's own power source and good filtered. Another big spoiler is room and orientation.
If you are not prone to self noise (being annoying) or residential noise being over it anyway you can pass with something like Kali LP 6 V 2 and sub like SVS SB1000 Pro put directly 1 m or a bit more in front of you (I don't care how you do it or will you put your legs a top of it). You have to learn how to set; crossover, deal with the room and the desk I can't do that for you.
 
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Cheap not lacking bass but don't expect low bass kick from it. WiiM (Pro+/-...) Toslink stereo PCM input from TV, RCA unbalanced analog to big studio monitors as already mentioned. Basic PEQ just enough for level and room mood.
Rather good not so cheap but good on it's own however limited availablity. Mini DSP Flex or Flex HT. Limited convolution capabilities, 10 PEQ's per bank (one bank per each I/O) in nost cases enough, additional optional (limited) Dirac support and with it's best pal (UMIK 1).
Room friendly low self noise studio monitors to your pocket and still not on the small side, appropriate sub's.
You can play with embedded Realtek codec PC it will have about 1V unbalanced output (-6 dB) good luck regarding drivers, u use 3.5 mm to 2x RCA cable's. Problem is how to say it a monster and under the heavy load stuck 700~800 W from 1~1.2 KW switching power supply and even if it's rather good one it will release tremendous amount of EMI. That's why I am again any exposed analog circuit to it and even in USB case a receiver with it's own power source and good filtered. Another big spoiler is room and orientation.
If you are not prone to self noise (being annoying) or residential noise being over it anyway you can pass with something like Kali LP 6 V 2 and sub like SVS SB1000 Pro put directly 1 m or a bit more in front of you (I don't care how you do it or will you put your legs a top of it). You have to learn how to set; crossover, deal with the room and the desk I can't do that for you.
Thank you for all that information, hugely appreciated and will take a proper look at all of this equipment when I get back home tonight and explore all the things you mentioned, much much appreciated again
 
Forgot to mention I live in Ireland (Republic of)
Microphone is not optional. I asked about TV hoping for HDMI to it all it can and Toslink out of it (stereo) but not gonna happen with monitor. Tho it's "superb" monitor. Era land so what's available cheap there (from music equipment of course)? PC is leading platform regarding DSP but I am afraid of yours. Even workstation for DAW sure (and for the micro ops latency) but not with such GPU monster. Really want to help you (not rob you) but it's difficult and it's not equipment only. Maybe I am even tripping and there won't be interface on internal or embedded analog components but it's hard to recommend it taking into consideration how probable that is. Try and find out. If it works you can do it for given budget not been limited regarding processing capabilities (still with internal PCI-E audio card preferably).
 
The Minidsp Flex is half your budget if you want Minidsp look at the 2×4HD .Wiim is a streamer as well but if you use the PC as a streamer the Minidsp is an option. The Kali LP-6 v2 are pretty decent for desktop use if you use something like a Minidsp or WiiM with the ability to set your crossovers you can use pretty much any subwoofer you want. Here's a pretty good reviews of the LP-6 v2

 
Microphone is not optional. I asked about TV hoping for HDMI to it all it can and Toslink out of it (stereo) but not gonna happen with monitor. Tho it's "superb" monitor. Era land so what's available cheap there (from music equipment of course)? PC is leading platform regarding DSP but I am afraid of yours. Even workstation for DAW sure (and for the micro ops latency) but not with such GPU monster. Really want to help you (not rob you) but it's difficult and it's not equipment only. Maybe I am even tripping and there won't be interface on internal or embedded analog components but it's hard to recommend it taking into consideration how probable that is. Try and find out. If it works you can do it for given budget not been limited regarding processing capabilities (still with internal PCI-E audio card preferably).
Cheers, I did hear that the Kali LP-UNF have basically no interference when using them through the USB-C, no hisses etc if that's what you meant
 
The Minidsp Flex is half your budget if you want Minidsp look at the 2×4HD .Wiim is a streamer as well but if you use the PC as a streamer the Minidsp is an option. The Kali LP-6 v2 are pretty decent for desktop use if you use something like a Minidsp or WiiM with the ability to set your crossovers you can use pretty much any subwoofer you want. Here's a pretty good reviews of the LP-6 v2

Perfect, I'll look into the Minidsp, might be a good option for now without the TV if only gonna use it on the PC for the foreseeable future, thank you
 
If you decide on getting TV in the future even the Minidsp 2x4HD has optical in so you could connect one.
Ah perfect, so for this one, I'd connect both the speakers and the sub to the Minidsp?

Ill review all the equipments tonight but the things you mention specifically seem like the easiest options, the DAC that is.

I'm reading some other threads on this forum and using one is as simple as connecting the PC to the Minidsp and then either getting an amplifier and passive speakers or active speakers and an active sub? Am I getting this right? BTW are most subs active?

Could I also ask what would be the difference between something like the Minidsp and the WiiM, does the Wiim just allow streaming and so on?
 
If you decide on getting TV in the future even the Minidsp 2x4HD has optical in so you could connect one.
Quick questions as well, if I go for the Minidsp do I connect it to the PC through the USB?
 
perfect, so for this one, I'd connect both the speakers and the sub to the Minidsp?
 Yes

BTW are most subs active?
Yes
Could I also ask what would be the difference between something like the Minidsp and the WiiM, does the Wiim just allow streaming and so on?
The Wiim is also a streamer the Minidsp offers more output channels and more control over crossovers and PEQ though I imagine in your case the Wiim is sufficient.
Quick questions as well, if I go for the Minidsp do I connect it to the PC through the USB?
Yes . The interface for Minidsp would be on your computer as well. You could get a Umik and try some measurements using REW at some point if you want to dig deeper.

The Wiim also has ability to do measurements.
 
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The Wiim is also a streamer the Minidsp offers more output channels and more control over crossovers and PEQ though I imagine in your case the Wiim is sufficient.

Yes .
Thank you, I was sitting yesterday depressed at how much this was overwhelming me but you guys are amazing thank you for your help brother, you've been especially helpful here and made everything much easier for me to see and understand
 
When you have time for research go the Minidsp website and read through the manuals on the products you're interested in. Even if you don't grasp everything you should be able to get a good idea of how they work and how to connect them.

MINIDSP 2x4
 
Thank you, I was sitting yesterday depressed at how much this was overwhelming me but you guys are amazing thank you for your help brother, you've been especially helpful here and made everything much easier for me to see and understand
Take it nice and easy. Read, play around with it and learn. No need to be afraid or rush thing's.
 
When you have time for research go the Minidsp website and read through the manuals on the products you're interested in. Even if you don't grasp everything you should be able to get a good idea of how they work and how to connect them.

MINIDSP 2x4
Will do that, I'm excited again thank you, I feel like I can grasp it again after this thread
 
Take it nice and easy. Read, play around with it and learn. No need to be afraid or rush thing's.
Thank you bud, I appreciate the replies and the time spent on my newbie ideas I'll be taking everything in on this but definitely need to slow down
 
When you have time for research go the Minidsp website and read through the manuals on the products you're interested in. Even if you don't grasp everything you should be able to get a good idea of how they work and how to connect them.

MINIDSP 2x4
One last question there that popped into my head, I mentioned audio interface earlier such as the Scarlet Solo but I'm not sure I understand what does that do, I've seen the official Kali YouTube channel use something like this to connect everything together like in the video below :


Would you know if this is viable? Would I be correct in assuming that this works because the sub takes care of the crossover cause it's capable of that and both the sub and speakers are active? Then the final bit would be the DAC in the PC right, that's why they're not using an external one? Sorry if it's a silly question I know you mentioned analog in for the LV-6s, I'm trying to understand how this works in the video
 
One last question there that popped into my head, I mentioned audio interface earlier such as the Scarlet Solo but I'm not sure I understand what does that do, I've seen the official Kali YouTube channel use something like this to connect everything together like in the video below :


Would you know if this is viable? Would I be correct in assuming that this works because the sub takes care of the crossover cause it's capable of that and both the sub and speakers are active? Then the final bit would be the DAC in the PC right, that's why they're not using an external one? Sorry if it's a silly question I know you mentioned analog in for the LV-6s, I'm trying to understand how this works in the video
The Scarlet Solo has a DAC in it and you connect the Solo to the computer with USB. The subwoofer is connected analog from the Solo then analog from the subwoofer to the LP 6 left / right. The crossover it done with the subwoofer.

The Solo is professional audio interface which can take microphone in if you want to record for instance you playing a guitar and mix on you computer with other instruments or prerecorded music. It has loopback if you are a podcaster etc... Is that something you are wanting to do then yes you would want this type of interface. It can also be used as just a stand alone DAC like a Schiit or Topping etc..
 
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Sorry, if you compare the mini DSP to the WiiM ultra, you will see how overpriced this piece of plastic with some limitations is. You still need a microfone to do something with it. You will need a year to do something usefull with it.

The Mini DSP is a very basic crossover and DSP, while with the WiiM ultra you get a complete media center of highest fidelity. You can connect your PC, TV and stuff, all at the same time, the TV convenient over HDIM. Read what it does and you will understand what I write.
Speaker and sub are a second question, but you are on the right track if you stay with active pro monitors and don't wast your money on HIFI stuff.
If you plan to use a sub, stay with a woofer like 6 1/2 or smaller, as a rule of thumb. You need not buy sub and mains from one brand.
If you not know already, there is a dealer of such gear that delivers to your doorstep for free, has the best prices in the EU, allmost any brand, a 3 year extended warranty and a very polite "return if you don't like" policy.

PS if you want something nice for a good price, look at the ADAM T5V and the matching sub, the ADAM T10S. Don't hesitate to buy Thomann "B-stock", in most cases you only find some hardly visible scratches or, as I often did, nothing at all.
 
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All these devices have DACs in them. The Scarlet Solo, Mindsp 2x4 HP, WiiM Ultra. They also have other functions, some are streamers, active crossovers, recording devices per the Solo.
 
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