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Diagnosing inadequate bass in an audio system.

If you feel you have inadequate bass output from your audio system -

1) How do you confirm/quantify your suspicion aka what you think you hear as a problem?

2) How do you go about diagnosing the source of the problem, and how best to fix it?

Assume a CD source, DAC, preamp, power amplifier and floor-standing speakers.

 

Thanks,

 

Amit

amitb

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erik_squires
16,592 posts
 

Erik, I wouldn't say my question is too broad. I would say that my problem could be occurring due to innumerable issues. So, in such a case, how do I narrow down the possibilities to a finite number of sources, so that it is easier to then pinpoint the source or sources of the problem?

Is the audio version of:

My car is making a sound, how do I figure out what's wrong with it? 

And impossible to answer well without a class in auto repair.  Giving specific information about your gear, your experience, and room however helps those who want to help you target their energy.  It's considerate when asking for help. :)

erik_squires
16,592 posts
 

This is a very broad question.  I'd say you need to be more specific. :)

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