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Why the fascination with subwoofers?

I have noticed many posts with questions about adding subwoofers to an audio system. Why the fascination with subwoofers? I guess I understand why any audiophile would want to hear more tight bass in their audio system, but why add a subwoofer to an existing audio system when they don’t always perform well, are costly, and are difficult to integrate with the many varied speakers offered. Additionally, why wouldn’t any audiophile first choose a speaker with a well designed bass driver designed, engineered and BUILT INTO that same cabinet? If anyone’s speakers were not giving enough tight bass, why wouldn’t that person sell those speakers and buy a pair that does have tight bass?
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bigkidz
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Sorry I did not read anyone's comments here but subs generally have an impact n the mid-range even on full range speakers.  It seems to relax the sound with better separation.  It is easy to try with any sub you can buy to hear what the impact is in your system.  Just pop one in, turn the volume completely off, and raise the volume until it is barely on to see what happens.


Happy Subbing! 

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