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Sub Confusion

I've decided to add a REL sub to my in-den 2-channel system. My room is 12'-0 x 15'-6 x 10'-0h with PMC Fact 12 speakers 3'-0 out from the short wall. I have GIF corner base traps (43"h) in the front corners. My integrated is a DarTZeel LHC-208, and my DAC is an Aqua Formula xhd rev 2. When I go to REL's website to match a sub to my speakers, they recommend a 212SX (at $4,999). For my space, these seems to be overkill. Why not a single S510 (at $2,749) or two T7X (at $1,099 each)? Or? My goal is not more base- I'm looking to free my PMCs from having to expend energy to produce sound below 80 Hz and increase depth. Looking for input from our members. Thanks

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"SVS SB-4000 is a worthy competitor at a fraction of the price and offers better integration with its mobile app."

Ummmm do SVS subs connect via the main amps outputs? I dont think so. the above statement will never be true, just because theres an APP? Thats not how subs integrate.

The REL subs connect through the main amplifiers outputs just like the main speakers for true integration and you dont do this using Hpass filters either!

If you need more than one sub your using the wrong subwoofer.

And to answer the OP's question YES the S510 will be plenty for your room size. I would buy it in a heartbeat. And make sure you set it up as REL reccomends for best bass response and musicality......YES REL's do more than produce bass they are musical and when tuned in properly they make the main speakers come alive even more and allow them to play with more detail and ease. REL subs sound beautiful.

 

Thanks

 

Matt M

 

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