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Sub connected to amp verses speaker

I have been told (by a trusted source) that I should connect my speaker level inputs on my sub to the amplifier terminals (such as with a separate cable run) and not to the speaker terminals (separate cable from speaker terminals to sub inputs).  

Can anyone explain why?  It is confusing to me.  Thanks.

And, I currently have the subs connected to my speakers.  Do you know how that would affect the sound quality?  For example would it affect the highs out of the speakers, or the mid range?  I guess I am asking how the wrong connection method would affect the sound quality.  

Thanks.  

 

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There are several reasons, but control of where the sub rolls in and the main speakers roll off is probably the most important.  Also, it Depends on the subwoofer. Rel, a very popular company,  is designed to run off your amplifiers speaker outs and even comes with a cable just for that purpose. SVS, another popular company runs off of your adjustable preamp outputs.

All the best.

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