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Will I benefit from upgrading REL subwoofer pair

Hi Audiogoners,

I am only about 4 years into my quality audio journey. As a result, I bought elements of my set up at different times in the journey. Right now, I am using a Lumin T2 feeding a Hegel H390 amp which animate Focal Kanta 2 speakers. All cables upgraded. I also have duel REL Tx/7 subwoofers - which I thought were great until I upgraded my ethernet switch.

This small change lowered the noise floor in my largish (25' x 20') room and suddenly the subs started to sound a little flabby. So I upgraded their hi-level connection to the REL Bassline Blue cables. Much much better. 

But it led me to wonder if I should sell the duel Tx/7 subs and get a single REL S510 (and eventually 2 of the S510s). 

I *think* the speed of the Tx/7 s is sufficient but they may not be a match for the Kanta 2 speakers.... 

Does anyone have any experience with these components? Or advice?

Thanks Nadine

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atanarjuat99 OP
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@mijostyn For sure, I have made mistakes in my purchasing. I was so ignorant when I began and never imagined that my ears would become so critical. I have browsed the mini DSP site and believe that I can add a SHD studio to my system as I already have a DAC/streamer (Lumin T2) as well as the integrated amp. Am writing them a support ticket to inquire.

So to everyone who suggested that I start to measure @erik_squires ​​​​@hilde45 , I am convinced - if still reluctant. Going to order the mic to start.

 

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m-db
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@hilde45 asked.   Why REL? Other subs have variable phase, which can prove critical to integration. 

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yodogyodog
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Do REL’s sound terrible if trying to integrate them like a normal subwoofer?  Meaning putting a digital high pass on the main speakers and a digital low pass on the rel using the low level or the LFE input on the back of the REL?

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