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Subwoofer insight.

This is new territory to me. Current speakers are 2 way with frequency response of 60Hz-20KHz with +/- 2dB.  Sensitivity rated as 86dB. Chance to purchase a pair of REL 7 tis. I feel like I am missing something but will have to buy the subs to try out. My basic question is this. Does this purchase sound wise? I know what I am willing to spend but do you think I will notice an appreciable improvement.  I know that no one can listen through my ears but this is my first time doing this. Source is 75 watt integrated tube amp, McIntosh MA-2275. Thoughts appreciated. I am leaning towards going forward with the deal but would appreciate some feedback. Room is large and open, 28X38 feet with 9 foot ceilings. Thanks for any feedback.
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bpoletti
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In my experience and in my opinion....  

An 8 inch subwoofer in a 28' x 38' x 9' room?   I don't think so.  It's all about moving air. A single 8" driver can't move enough air.   2 x 8" drivers can't move enough air.  8 x 8" drivers can't move enough air.    

I use 2 x 18" subs in a room 14' x 26' x 8 1/2' and have them properly corner-loaded.  And I'm thinking of going to 4 x 18".   They are Eminence Kilomax Pro-18A drivers.  Bullet-proof.  

For your room, I would suggest 4 x 21" drivers and use them below 30hz.  If you want subs to go higher, then consider 8 x 15" (4 per side) using VERY STEEP low-pass filter at 45hz.  32hz / octave is the minimum low-pass slope, the steeper the better.   The object is to keep the anything over 60hz off the sub drivers.  It will cause transient time smear and other problems.  






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