Subwoofer and preamp output impedance


I'm looking to add two SVS subs with Y splitters from my pre outs. My Cary SLP-50 preamp has an output impedance of 1200 Ohms and my Bottlehead Kaiju 300b amp has an input impedance of 100k. Both values are nominal, and I found no info about impedance at sub frequencies. My question for the electrical engineers out there: Would the use of Y splitters create a noticeable bass roll off (or any other unwanted side effects) in the subs? The main speakers are Klipsch Forte II's. Thanks in advance. Dave. 

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Showing 1 response by erik_squires

The input impedance on electronics tends to be purely resistive, so doesn't vary by frequency very much, which is different from speakers and headphones.

Unless the subs have very low impedances, around 10k or lower, you should not have any problems with 3 devices per channel.

One tip:  If your speakers are ported plug them when adding a sub.  It will lower speaker distortion and make it easier to integrate with the subs.