Getting 2 subs

I have a pair of Matrix 802 happily assisted by a pair of SVS SB3000 with the preamp set for a 40Hz crossover. Along with an old Bryston 3B-NRB, I have had occasion to replay certain tracks to see if I’ve just been through an earthquake. The earthquake via SB3k was provided by the last 30 seconds of "Another Tune Like Not Fade Away" by Solex. The last two minutes of "Ontario Plates" by Do Make Say Think is another track that I thought was an earthquake.

I've experienced actual earthquakes, too many to remember, & the SB3k pair has fooled me a few times.

The SVS share a dedicated 20amp circuit and the Bryston has its own 20amp circuit (makes a huge difference). The SVS footies are a must unless you have a concrete floor.

I think you are going about this in a way where you still won’t be satisfied.  I would suggest utilizing 6 subwoofers stacking 3 on each side.  If I were you, I would either use JL Audio Fathom 110’s, 112’s or 113’s.  Another option is REL’s 6 stackable subs. You are missing the frequency at certain height levels which in turn makes you feel like you are missing certain frequencies and dynamics that should pair with your speakers.  You can use the room correction to eliminate the negative waves and vibrations of your room to get the exact bass frequencies you are looking for.  Each subwoofer stacked will be set at a different crossover point.  For me, I was glad I went this route.  It made a world of a difference. Hope this helps 

"I would suggest utilizing 6 subwoofers stacking 3 on each side."

I would suggest 10 subs.

Plus 1 in the bathroom.

 

qjm101

101 posts

10-27-2023 at 05:45am 

"I would suggest utilizing 6 subwoofers stacking 3 on each side."

I would suggest 10 subs.

Plus 1 in the bathroom
 

 

qjm101

101 posts

10-27-2023 at 05:45am 

"I would suggest utilizing 6 subwoofers stacking 3 on each side."

I would suggest 10 subs.

Plus 1 in the bathroom

qjm101

101 posts

10-27-2023 at 05:45am 

"I would suggest utilizing 6 subwoofers stacking 3 on each side."

I would suggest 10 subs.

Plus 1 in the bathroom

 

Nice sarcasm, lol!  Amazing if you never tried it, how would you know and what is your base to support your argument/ opinion against it, lol.  Then again people are creatures of habit and would have a negative opinion about anything they have never done or have somewhat tried with a lack of effort. My experience with what I have done especially with an agreement of everyone who has listened to my system suggests positive results and feedback.  Maybe that’s not your experience and hopefully you are happy with your system in your environment.  I just know for a fact that you can’t speak to my environment because you have never been there or been invited.

 

Happy listening 

I have 2 REL subs, big difference with 2 vs 1.  I also use their wireless connection, I love not having to run speaker cables to the far corners of the room.