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How do I know when to use a subwoofer?

Thinking of getting a Rel S/812 sub. Now have Tetra 606 $30K speakers that go down to a true 27Hz. I feel that I may need a sub and that I should be able to get more impact out of my system with one.
I mostly think of more excitement when using the system as a 2.1 theater system at night. Although it should make my music listening improved as well. I like the Rel way of allowing the main speakers to play full by the connection to the amps. However, I do like to think that my Tetras produce “natural” lows and I should be quite happy with them.
mglik

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gdnrbob
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@minorl , 
Very good points.
@OP,
The issue of the bass you are experiencing may be due to your equipment, room treatment/ or lack of, as well as cabling, not to mention speaker placement.
Rather than chase a shadow, I suggest PM'ing Johnny Rutan (audioconnection). He knows his stuff and can save you a lot of wasted time.
Yup, he is a dealer, but he won't try to sell you something, only give great free advice.
Of course, you can also post your system here, as well, but you'll get a lot of mixed information that will probably keep you as bewildered as you are now.
My 2 cents:
Trust me, trust Johnny. Of course, you can do a search here on Audiogon to confirm.
Bob
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