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Speakers better without subwoofers? Crossover and synchronization issues? What do you do

 

I bought main speakers 25 years ago, spkrs seemed to have much larger bass drivers back then,  and nowadays subwoofers are a staple in audio systems, while bass drivers have tended to get smaller in diameter on main speakers, why is this?

Wouldnt it  be better to have a larger bass driver in a main speaker   rather than having timing issues with a pair of subwoofers? Also seems crossover designs might allow for a better sounding experience if they are part of a main speaker. I do have a Single subwoofer that I use to vibrate the room which works pretty well watching movies, simulating tank movement is really cool although don't use it in two channel listening at this point since it's older.

 

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When I first tried to set up my sub (REL T9), the result was a hot timing mess, so I let it gather dust. Main speakers are PearlAcoustics Sibelis SG. A year later I gave it another go, and got it to work where the sub is not audible directly, but I notice the difference turning it on on/off. I have no clue what I did differently. I am not interested in window-rattling bass, am actually rather bass averse, yet a bit of low frequency condiment makes the overall musical experience more tasty.

I would venture to guess that the allure of a sub is BASS!!! and that leads to bad quality sound. After all, when spending money you want something for it. However, restraint is key to success. Less is more. 

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