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Do audiophiles hate large subwoofers?

I'm noticing a lot of folks into high end audio prefer smaller subwoofers (If they add one at all). What are the reasons for not going after a 15", 18" or something even larger?

Seems like the quickness issue comes up a lot, but when you think about it on a larger subwoofer the excursion is not as severe so it would be more in control. Couple that with servo technology and it can be plenty quick and tight, no?
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erik_squires
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@elizabeth

You are not wrong, but a well integrated mega-sub is glorious for music and movies. :)


I've had pant shaking special effects and sublime orchestral music in the same system.

erik_squires
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It isn't the size of the sub, it is the integration.

The higher the -3 dB point, the less dragons you wake in the depths.


It is so amazingly rare and difficult to find a well integrated sub at any size.
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