One SVS PB13Ultra or two SB13 Ultras?


I am running a SVS PB13 Ultra in my dedicated 2.1/5.1 home theatre room measuring 14wide x 20 deep. I am running an Integrated Hybrid Multichannel tube with an Oppo 95 acting as pre and processing duties. I do know two subs are better than one hence contemplating the two SB13 Ultras for my PB13 Ultra. At the sacrifice of bottom end output the two sealed subs would be smoother/tighter response in my room. Next I want to purchase a used SVS AS-EQ1 Audyysey to calibrate the sub bass seing as though with running multi-channel analogue no true bass management is being done.

Can anybody make suggestions as to which route to go in regards to the subs mentioned and if anyone has experience with similar set-ups like mine. Thx in advance.
bacardi

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Bacardi

Food for thought: there is no substitute for a great sub. I have a Revel B15 that is a 15" sealed sub and its in a room that is 30x24 give or take. So it is a very large and open room.

Sub EQ is really amazing especially if your placement options are limited. Why not try adding EQ to your current sub? You state that you may add that anyway so that's a cost you will incur regardless. I think that will give you an idea of whether or not to upgrade to two subs or if the one sub with EQ solves your issue. Remember that the best bass setup is actually four subs in the middle of all walls. That gives the best and smoothest response. Since most of us can't do that EQ is the next best thing.

There's nothing like a good quality sub. It's foundational to any system you want to build.