Subwoofer adjustment for each recording


I have dual REL subwoofers using high level speaker out connections as recommended by REL.  I have KEF LS50 meta speakers.  I am happy with my subwoofer crossover and volume settings most of the time. However, with some recordings the bass seems too strong.  Should I adjust the bass at the subwoofer?  Should I adjust the bass with my preamp?  Should I just listen to the music as is, since this is what the producer, engineer, or musician wanted.  Thanks.
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The relationship your subwoofers have with the rest of your system should be stable. If the bass on a certain recording is too strong for you then use a bass tone control if you have one.
Well integrated subwoofers should not need any adjustment. Poorly integrated subs can be all over the place with different recordings.
I know what REL says. Their method of integrating subs is for people who do not want to spend any more money to do it right. The right way is to use only low level connections and a dedicated 2 way crossover like this one https://www.minidsp.com/products/minidsp-in-a-box/minidsp-2x4-hd.