Complete Sound System Setup with Your Existing Gear:

Complete Sound System Setup with Your Existing Gear:

1. Main Speakers:

• Turbo Audio (8 x 1360W RMS speakers):

  • These can be used for your main PA system. If you're running multiple speaker pairs, you may want to use stereo or bi-amp connections, depending on their design.

  • Wiring: Use quality speaker cables for each connection from the amplifier to the speakers.

2. Subwoofers:

• Yamaha XLS 18LF (6 x subwoofers):

  • These subwoofers are high-power, low-frequency units that are ideal for adding deep bass. Given that you have 6 units, you could arrange them in a distributed configuration (front, sides, or spread across the venue) for better bass coverage.

  • Amplification: Make sure your amplifiers are rated for the power of the Yamaha XLS 18LF (typically around 1000W RMS per subwoofer). You can connect them to stereo or bridged amplifiers depending on the configuration.

• Turbo Audio Duel Sub 5000W RMS (2 x subwoofers):

  • These are high-output subs, perfect for very large venues or events that need deep, powerful bass.

  • For these subs, you’ll need a high-power amplifier capable of handling the 5000W RMS output. Consider using mono or stereo subwoofer amplifiers that can manage these levels.

3. Mixing (Yamaha TF5):

• Yamaha TF5 Mixer will manage all of your inputs and output routing. Here’s how to organize:

  • Inputs: Connect the Tio1608-D stage boxes for remote mic and instrument inputs, and use the local inputs on TF5 for direct connections.

  • Outputs:

    • Main PA (Turbo Audio speakers): Connect via the TF5’s outputs to the power amplifiers for the main speakers.

    • Subwoofers: Use separate outputs from TF5 to send low-end signals (via a high-pass or low-pass filter) to your subwoofers. You can use dedicated subwoofer output processing (low-pass filters) to send only bass signals to the Yamaha XLS 18LF and Turbo Audio Duel Sub units.

4. Routing & Setup:

Here’s how the routing will look:

1. Input Section:

   • Connect Tio1608-D stage boxes to the TF5 inputs (both local and Dante).

   • Send signals from mics, instruments, and other stage equipment.

2. Output Section:

   • Use the TF5’s main outputs to send the signals to Turbo Audio amplifiers (for your main speakers).

   • For subwoofers, assign the sub-bus output to send the low-frequency signal to Yamaha XLS 18LF and Turbo Audio Duel Sub. Make sure you’re using appropriate filters to send only bass frequencies to the subs.

   • Monitors (if needed): Use aux sends to route to stage monitors (RCF NX 12-SMA or others).

5. Amplification:

Ensure you have the right power amplifiers to match the speakers and subwoofers:

• For Turbo Audio 1360W RMS speakers: Use amplifiers rated at 2500W to 3000W RMS to drive these speakers effectively.

• For Yamaha XLS 18LF subwoofers: Choose amplifiers rated around 1000W RMS per subwoofer (or a bit more to ensure proper headroom).

• For Turbo Audio Duel Sub 5000W RMS: Use a power amplifier capable of handling 5000W RMS output (preferably in bridged mono mode for better power efficiency).

6. DSP/Processing:

• If needed, use digital signal processors (DSP) or graphic equalizers to fine-tune your speaker and subwoofer settings for better performance.

• For subwoofer delay adjustments and EQ fine-tuning, a Dante-enabled DSP unit (e.g., Yamaha’s DME24N or X-TA series) can be connected via Dante to your TF5, giving you ultimate control over the system.

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Sample Setup Diagram:

[TF5 Mixer]
  (Local + Dante Inputs)
        |
     [Tio1608-D] ---- [Tio1608-D]
       (Stage Inputs)
        |
   [Dante Switch] ---- (Connects to stage boxes)
        |
   [Main PA Output] ---> [Turbo Audio Amplifier] ---> [Turbo Audio 1360W RMS Speakers]
        |
   [Subwoofer Output] ---> [Amplifier] ---> [Yamaha XLS 18LF Subs] 
        |
   [Subwoofer Output] ---> [Amplifier] ---> [Turbo Audio Duel Sub 5000W RMS]

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Key Considerations:

• Gain Structure: Make sure you have proper gain structure set to avoid distortion. Start with the subwoofer levels low, then gradually increase.

• Crossover/Filter Settings: Use high-pass filters on the main speakers and low-pass filters on subwoofers to avoid low-frequency mud or overlap.

• Amplification Matching: Ensure that your amplifiers are well-matched to the speakers and subwoofers in terms of both power handling and impedance.

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Conclusion:

With your existing gear, you have an incredibly powerful system. The key is proper routing from the TF5 to your amplifiers, managing your subwoofer signals separately from your mains, and ensuring ample power for each speaker and subwoofer.