I currently have Magnepan 20.7's paired with a single REL G-1 sub-bass driven by ARC 250SE mono-amps. I have found the sub provides an additional fullness and body to music which has been linearly recorded and accurately transcribed to less than 30hz (CD or LP). The improvement in overall presentation is also dependent upon the room size, and in my case, I listen in a 15ft wide by 22ft long room. I would note that I previously had Magnepan 20.0s, and the improvement with a sub was somewhat greater due to its more limited low end. Due to the inefficiency of Magnepans, ample dynamic power is essential and probably more important than the addition of a sub.
Others experience re: subs and Magmepan 20
I have a pair of Magnepan 20r’s. Have enjoyed them for years. In my room they go to about 30Hz, response way down at 25Hz.
I am experimenting with a pair of Janis subs. This gets the response to about 25 Hz then down a lot at at 20Hz. It adds a little something but not I am not bowled. over. I hear and feel a bit (in my chest) on some music.
I would like to hear about others have experience with adding subs to nearly full range speakers?
Did you feel you got your money’s worth for "a few silly Hz"?
Thanks
I am experimenting with a pair of Janis subs. This gets the response to about 25 Hz then down a lot at at 20Hz. It adds a little something but not I am not bowled. over. I hear and feel a bit (in my chest) on some music.
I would like to hear about others have experience with adding subs to nearly full range speakers?
Did you feel you got your money’s worth for "a few silly Hz"?
Thanks