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I apologize ahead of time to everyone behind the APM-1 and to Sean with the SPL Labs equipment. Any news of the APM hadn't hit yet when I pre-ordered it so I couldn't even consider it into my decision and when I weighed the cost, accessories, features, etc. with the SPL Labs meters I just felt I was getting the better piece of equipment with the new Magnum setup. I would love to have supported the companies closer to me but it's a good deal of money no matter the option and I simply wanted to make sure I got everything I could because this is going to be the only time I will buy one. With the expansion capabilities, the fact the RTA software is now included, and other such factors it just seemed like for a one and only shot at getting one, the best option for me. That out of the way, my brand new TermLab Magnum SPL meter arrived today. I'm looking forward to seeing just how quiet my van and Jimmy are. Just to get it in before anyone else's speculation I'm guessing the Jimmy will be in the 130-135dB neighborhood. Hopefully before the end of the day rolls around I'll know for sure. Onto a few pics....

Would a three way allow me to get louder while still sounding clean? I have always assumed that's the benefit of having a driver per frequency range as opposed to two drivers or a singer driver.I want SQ at lower levels, but clean clear vocals and tight midbass at high levels. I am thinking a pair of PPI 900.4s to power the front stage. you dont need that much power on horns unless you plan to cause deafness. I dont think you're ready for a 3 way front stage, 2 way will be hard enough. maybe something along the lines of ported 8s or 10s in the doors and full body horns. maybe you can get 8s on axis enough to meet up with a full body horn. i've also seen the midbass driver in the kickpanel on axis.