How do I know if I need a sub woofer?

My system at the moment is not important as this question would be relevant regardless of of what I am listing to at the moment.

sounds_real_audio OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,038 posts 09-01-2025 at 11:45pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Thanks everyone. You have given me a lot to think about....I hope this doesn't keep me awake tonight. Elliot what should I do if I have trouble sleeping...
ronboco Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 975 posts 09-01-2025 at 11:46pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The room will have a big influence on wether you need subs or not.
kennyc Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,114 posts 09-02-2025 at 01:18am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Seems most add subwoofers for the following reasons: fill in bass for standmount speakers adding more bass energy Improving fidelity- seamlessly fills in bottom end and supports up to midrange
mapman Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 23,041 posts 09-02-2025 at 01:52am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Sound meter app + streamed white noise will inform you for certain.