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Subwoofer Advice

I am running a pair of Martin Logan ESL 13A speakers (24-23,000 Hz). I would have thought with two 10" woofers there would be more bas (the base level dial on the rear of the speakers doesn’t seem to cut it either).

In the past I had a pair of ML Spires (29-23,000 Hz) with only one 10" woofer that had so much base, I sold my pair of ForceField 30s. Not the case with the 13A’s.

I don’t have a lot of room, maybe 16" or so square and I was wondering about a pair of SVS Micros. Do you think they would complement the 13As or do I need something bigger?

Martin Logan has come out with a few new subs lately; do you think I should keep in the ML family?

Hoping to come in under $2K, so used is fine. Thanks all!

I should also mention I’m limited on space so placement would likely have to be on the inside or the outside of the main speakers (same back wall).

 

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rick_n
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My room is 15' wide x 22' long with the kitchen off to the right of the right speaker

 

That's actually a pretty big space when you include the Kitchen and vaulted ceiling which you have to account for.  You will have to think about pressurizing the entire space to get satisfying bass and I think that's why you feel the mains aren't doing the job.  You will probably be happiest with a pair of traditional subs 12" or bigger.  

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I think REL overstates what is truly needed in their room guide.  I have a HT room that is similar in size to your room.  I'm running a pair of SB4000s and it's all the bass I need.  The sound is smooth and the room is fully pressurized.  If you want to go the REL direction I think that the SB2000 or SB3000 will get the job done.  The SVS subs are very popular and can usually be found on the second hand market.  Good luck and cheers.

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