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Enhancing low frequencies for my system

Hi.This is Mike S. Here is a master listing of my current components: 
 
My components:
Vandersteen Speakers 3A Signature
2 2W Vandersteen Subs
Border Patrol DAC
Bluesound
Cambridge Transport CXC
McCormick Deluxe DNA 0.5
Modwright SWL 9.0 Anniversary Edition preamp with added phono preamp
Rega P3 table with Elys cartridge

I’m currently looking for and need ideas for enhancing my low frequencies with my current system.  I wish to have a “Phatter” sound stage.  My idea is to add a separate preamp with a remote control and power amplifier including two additional subs with crossover to compliment my current subs that are not as much bass as bass as I prefer.  I appreciate any thoughts & ideas that you may have.Thank you so much for your time & experience, Mike S. 
mjschwartzman

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peter_s
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Mike - it seems to me that you should have all the bass you need with the two Vandersteen 2WQ subs.  If you don't, I think you should be focusing on setup issues.  Setup elements could include:

- Location of the subs
- Setting on the subs
- Making sure the subs are not opposite polarity
- Which Vandersteen Xover modules you are using
- Room acoustics and sitting position

I would not spend money on more equipment.  You might be better off hiring someone who knows acoustics and subwoofer setup to come out to your place and spend a few hours tuning the system. 

Also, based on other posts, I think your McCormick DNA 0.5 Rev A amp should not be straining to power the Vandy 3a-sigs, since the crossovers relieve the amplifier of having to push much in the way of bass.  

BTW - full disclosure - the OP is my cousin Mike!  I guess I could have just picked up the phone!
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