Single vs. Dual Subs


It's common wisdom that dual or multiple subs help smooth out bass response in different spots in the room, but what about for a dedicated listening room with a fixed single listening position? What do two subs add to the music presentation that a single dialed in sub is missing provided that single sub is dialed in perfectly for the listening position?
Caveat: not interested in the SWARM method or multiple subs at the moment, strictly comparing single to dual subs
divertiti

Showing 1 response by pinthrift

Hi divertiti

As someone who has had a variety of two channel monitors over a long period, differing rooms and challenges, I've discovered that a pair of subs properly matched to the personality of your mains is terrific.  My sealed subs are positioned below my monitors, with a radiating pattern that integrates nicely with the mains in a fairly nearfield, small room, well away from front and side walls.  My pro dac steeply rolls off 80hz down to their tube amp for the mains and the subs from 80 down to the high 20's with purity and resolve. This arrangement makes for a very coherent and near full range presentation.  The disappearing tricks of great monitors, staging, et al work their magic,  with appropriate slam.  I considered a swarm but decided against it in a small studio.  Bonne chance, divertiti!  More Peace, Pin