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I recently switched from a pair of B&W monitors to single driver speakers (Omega Super 3R). I love the sound of it, especially the midrange. But the best thing was when my girlfriend said to me, "That sounds a lot better than your other speakers". I asked her how and she said that it sounded more life-like. This is coming from someone who thinks her mini ipod is the end-all-be-all.

Anybody using a subwoofer with these little speakers? If so, which one?

Thanks.

Doc
doc_stereo
entrope
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I have Omega TS2's that I occassionally use in my second system that are paired with a Dayton Titanic 10" sub. Seems to be a good match. The Titanic is a sealed box unit. It is very quick and clean without the overhang you get from a ported sub. Variable phase control also helps in tuning it to the Omegas. I run the low pass cross over at about 60hZ for a very satisfying sound down to about 35hZ.
gmood1
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Doc sounds like your girlfriend has some good ears! Maybe Restock will chime in. He uses the Omega 3Rs with a Acoustic Vision MRS-10 . Very nice little sub with plenty of balls. Also the Adire Ravas work very well.Here's a tip.. when you get your sub or subs turn them 180 degress out of phase.This is how single drivers produce their bass. You will notice the difference automatically.You will hear no transition between the Omegas and the sub with a little experimentation .I've read great things about the Dayton Titanic also. Just make sure that the sub is sealed as Entrope mentions.
trouble
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What speakers exactly did you have before acquiring the omegas?
doc_stereo OP
31 posts
 
I had a pair of 602S3 which I really liked, but wanted to try something new. I'm still looking for a good SET integrated amp to match with the Omegas.
restock
831 posts
 
Hi Doc,

As Gmood1 already mentioned, I am using the Acoustic Visions MRS-10 subwoofer with the Omegas with great results (see my virtual system pages). Incidentally, it was Gmood1 who recommended that I should look into the MRS-1 or Adire Rave! The sub is very nice looking, has a fast tight sound and goes down to about 25 Hz measured in my room. For around $475 including shipping you can't beat it.

Also, I have heard many good things about the Adire Rava (older model which used to be $400), which uses the same plate amp as the MRS-10 but a larger 12-inch Adire driver. The newer Rava is supposed to be much better with a completely different amp and improved driver for twice the price ($800). I have not heard either one but you should be able to find quite some more info here. Also, someone else here uses the ACI Force sub with the Omega Super 3 which should be worth considering as well.

By the way: How many hours do you have on the Omegas?

Good luck with the sub and enjoy the Omegas.

Rene
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