@mijostyn Thanks for the clear and logical explanation. I learn something new every time.
Do I need a subwoofer?
Hopefully I’ve framed this in a way to help people answer. Up until recently I have had a combo 2-channel/home theater system (Krell preamp with home theater bypass, Bryston 5 channel amp, PSB Synchrony 1s bi-amped speakers, Marantz home theater receiver, Power Sound Audio XV15 subwoofer, Oppo CD player). I wanted extra oomph for surround sound movie watching and occasionally some rock music, hence the sub. I was never really impressed with the XV15 sub (have it for sale now). It is insanely large and I wasn’t sure it was adding the oomph I expected, even after having a local hifi shop owner come out for a listen and tune.
What’s changed: A few weeks ago I inherited my late father’s B&W 801 speakers circa 1980, which I have put in place of my PSBs and am enjoying thoroughly despite the age difference.
My questions: (1) would a sub still be of value in my setup (I still like a lot of bass) and (2) what might folks recommend?
Thank you.
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That is not how it works. Every frequency is "down" at 3 meters, but depending on cancellation, room response, it could be up at 26. |
I have 2 sb3000. Very happy with them. Ht they do a fantastic job. Looking to add another one soon. They sound great with music, but I am 95 percent ht. Listened to rel t9/I and jl. Decided on svs. Sb3000 had great reviews so I jumped in, no regrets. I've also seen many great reviews on psa. I have one sub in front between TV and speaker and another opposite rear corner. One sub is OK. But 2 is definitely needed. I have a anthem avm 60 and used it's room correction, gave me poor results. Friend came over and used rew. Deal breaker. If I was going to change subs I probably would look into the psa 21 sealed. Like I said I'm mainly HT. Good luck |
@mijostyn my preference for now is no sub. cheers. |
@soix it was so loud in the old Barn. The UC is nice but……the washrooms are a lot nicer lol. |
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