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KEF-LS50 with REL T-Zero? Anyone?

I am putting together a second system in our casita.  My source is a Bluesound Node2 and my power amp is an older Audio Research 100,2. (100 wpc SS).  I just bought a pair of KEF LS50s.  They are not setup yet so my curiosity about the need for a sub is speculative.  This is a small room with limited space so if I think I need a sub it will have to be very small.  Hence the Rel T-zero.  It is the perfect size to fit in the open cabinet I will place it in.  I have owned larger Rel subs in the past so I am familar with the brand.  The Zero is a tiny sub...so much so I wonder if it will be worth the expense or effort.  I've heard the LS50 and I know it has good bass....for it's size but just wondering if that extra bit of low end the Zero will provide will compliment the LS50.  Knowing the limitations of the Zero I am not setting my sights too high but just wondering if anyone has heard this combo and can share their experience.  Thanks

randyhat

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mapman
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I use a Klipsch sw308 sub with my ls50s and this is a very good pairing, if you can still find one.

The sw308 has 8" main driver and two 8" passive radiators and delivers a lot of detailed bass from a relatively small package.   Results are top notch.

I’ve debating adding an external active crossover but this sub meshes so well with the ls50s in my 12X12 room that I have happily opted to just keep things simple.
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Definitely use a sub with the ls50s in any room. I would only use ls50s for serious listening in small to moderate size rooms. They are small and as a result have limitations but they do what they do very well. Adding and properly integrating a sub fills in whats missing and delivers a complete and more satisfying experience overall. I use a small but robust 8" sub with my ls50s in a small 12X12 room (space limitations in there for me as well) and the results are spectacular, competitive with most any full range system at any price I would say.
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