I own the LS50s and paired them with two REL T5 and it works well. The LS50s do have a bit of a bass boost that is unfortunate. Perhaps installing the plugs would help? TBH I should have/didn't try but that might have flattened out the bottom. Anyway I do like the REL particularly with the monoblocks because they get the same signal as the main speakers.
Sub to complement KEF LS50s: SVS vs. Rythmik
Hi all. I'm considering adding a subwoofer to my current set up: Bluesound NODE2i (Tidal MQA) to Cronus Magnum II to KEF LS50s. I'd like to supplement the KEF's on the lower ranges.
I'm considering 2 subs and have located a few deals:
- Salk Sound Rythmik F12 in white for ~$1100
- SVS SB4000 for ~$1200
I particularly like the room control on the SB4000, but am not wed to it. Any thoughts between the two? Anything else you'd recommend in this price range?
A few other notes: room is 12 x 30 feet, with a wall of windows (NYC condo). Acoustic paneling is next! Likely don't need all the size/wattage that either of these subs provide. Perhaps getting a MartinLogan "X" with the room correction could suffice, but would rather buy top notch and be done with it.
I'll utilize this for 75% music / 25% movies. Music tends to be bluesrock/jam bands/jazz