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There is more than one way to implement a multi-sub system. For a long time the idea of using any sub in my system wasn't an option. Didn't see the need for them and systems I heard that had a sub(s) in them were not to my liking.

The idea of the distributed bass array made sense to me. It certainly had some science and research behind it. Whether one agrees with it or not is another matter. Since I work with someone who also makes speakers I ran the idea past him. He agreed in principle and actually read Geddes work and supported it. So I figured at that point what did I have to lose. With his help I was able to put together my own array and it has made a significant difference in my room and my system. I should also note that while I do use 4 speakers in my array, my friend just uses 2.

Since this topic has been popular around here of late I have learned even more. I have tweaked my array with the assistance of another member here, mijostyn, to leverage the specific type of speaker I use. Again, a marked improvement. It's good to have options and I would also agree with Raul that quality trumps quantity. It is unfortunate that around here we sometimes have to sift through some unpleasant minutiae to get value from what is posted, but that's what filters are for.

Since James Romeyn (DEBRA) and Duke LeJeune (Swarm) are friends and work together on projects I would say these two systems probably sound more similar (if not the same) than different. If you note, both set ups use the same bass amp/active crossover. Perhaps contacting either or both directly will get you some answers. IMO either would be good solutions in a small room.

I've been using 4 small enclosures with 8" drivers in my room for a while. The low pass is EQed to 30 Hz, but not digitally. The concept came from the old Beveridge 2SW and it's RM-3 active crossover. Today I just built the first of 4 boxes with a 10" woofer where the low pass will be EQed to 24 Hz. The external dimensions of the enclosure are 14 x 14 x 7.5 (internally .542 cu. ft.). So not such a big footprint. I currently use a method of placement for the subs recommended mijostyn as he and I have Acoustats and this method works quite well with these speakers. I have used the distributed array placement as well. IMO both methods are very useful.

I use 16 AWG zip cord for my cables. I run them along the walls and under the carpet (8 x 10 Persian rug) to keep them out of the way. Works just fine for me.

I don't run equal lengths of cables to any of my woofers. Instead I cut to the length required for each woofer. I also don't worry about stepping on the cables while they are under the carpet. Do your own testing with cable risers, etc. I don't find that they make a difference.

Well there is the display factor to consider with risers, but I always picture someone tripping over the elevated wire, yanking the connections from components or speakers, or worse yet dragging a component off the rack or a speaker off a stand.