Generally, despite all claims, monitors have little power response below twice the -3db point. Room lift at certain frequencies adds the illusion of bass and sounds fuller, but a decent sub will add real power response at say 40-100 HZ.
You will immediately notice the difference. Remember, the lowest note on a double bass is 42HZ. Many (most) rooms will behave badly at lower frequencies.
This matters little with HT, but a lot with music. A sealed box sub will not go as low as a ported box, but it may well be easier to match to most rooms.
You will immediately notice the difference. Remember, the lowest note on a double bass is 42HZ. Many (most) rooms will behave badly at lower frequencies.
This matters little with HT, but a lot with music. A sealed box sub will not go as low as a ported box, but it may well be easier to match to most rooms.