Posted by Paul (24.5.155.38) on February 12, 2004 at 20:41:25:
In Reply to: Series V EQ compatibility with earlier models posted by Dan Scott on February 12, 2004 at 11:07:37:
I gather you're talking about the Bose 901.
For best results, you need a Series IV or Series III equalizer for your Series III speakers. I'll bet that there is no difference between a Series III and a Series IV EQ.
If you use a later EQ, the frequency response will be spikier. So you can't upgrade just by using a later generation EQ. Bose hedges and says that the results will be "acceptable." However, many people insist that mixing generations doesn't make any difference; I've never tried it myself.
Technically, the answer to your question is "yes." Regardless of whether it sounds good, the Series III speakers will work with the Series V equalizer.