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ReL Subs: High Level or Low Level connection

Good morning,

I have Rel S510 x2 in my system

Currently using Hi Level connection to my Pass Labs Int-60.

Had a conversation with a learned individual who feels very strongly that I should be using Low Level instead. Just Get the sun out of where the speakers are connected to the Amp

Any thoughts out there?

Thank you

phishhhhh4
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oddiofyl
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I just set up a S/510 for my Dad.   Awesome sub.  I used the Speakon connection and it sounds great.   I also have a REL in my second system and it is using Speakon also.   In my main system that sub was driven by the pre out .   I think it integrates better with Speakon and a low crossover setting 

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phishhhhh4 OP
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Thanks all

Appreciate the input 

bhvf
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FYI, I have Anaylsis Plus cables with Speakons for the REL subs. The cables don't work with 2 pairs of spades on my Pass INT-25 (probably the same on your INT-60) due to the plastic protection caps on the speaker terminals.  You can run the sub cables off the speaker instead.  That also saves on cable length.

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jastralfu
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You likely already know this, but I forgot to say that the crossover setting on the sub is critical to getting it integrated.  Obviously it’s speaker dependent but I started with mine too low.  

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m-db
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Initially, I agree with lalitk. I'll say my extremely short lived experience with REL  favored using the low level signal.

Relocating the sub-bass speaker and equalizing the low level signal greatly improved every aspect of the product. Except for its dramatic -6dB roll off beginning in the mid 30Hz region. It remained void of any worthwhile desirable and delicate subsonic output present on many recordings. A degree of which is provided by most all -3dB subwoofers.

Personal taste is everything.

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