QuestionQUESTION: i have some speakers that distort when max volume is reached on the amp. Instead of doing anything too complicated could I simply add a voltage/current regulator
(semiconductor) into the circuit that doesn't go above the point where distortion occurs?
ANSWER: Before I can comment on your solution (which sounds like it might not be the right approach) I would need to know the following: What is the rating of the speakers and amplifier? What cable are you using and how long is it? How loud are you playing the speakers and are you using any processing?
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QUESTION: speakers: 4ohm, 25w RMS, 75w peak
amp: 4 ohm, 27 W, Max. Output Power (1kHz, 4 ohm) 52W.
they are small diameter speakers. I was thinking of limiting the distortion by limiting the power - i.e. with a regulator rather than build a microprocessor unit or a compressor/limiter - i am looking for a simple solution and was wondering if a voltage/current regulator semiconducter in series would do it (I would set the constant voltage for the unit at a point just below distortion........
AnswerJust to let you know I am in high power high end audio. You are operating in a spectrum of low power and small devices. I am not sure what the bandwidth is that you are looking to achieve. Ordinarily I would say that small diameter speaker, unless they are precisely made for wide range response should, not be allowed to be driven below 70hz. Having said that a simple R/C network can give you the protection you need. As far as low end perhaps you want to think about using a powered subwoofer. They come in all sizes and they are not necessarily expensive.
