1 Sub, 2 Functions


I have a completely separate 2-channel and Home Theater system in the same room. I'm looking to get my first Subwoofer and I want it to function in my 2-channel system as well as my Home Theater set up without reconecting each time I change systems. The only sub I know of that can do this is a REL. Are there others that offer the same flexibility?
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Per Lloyd w/ one twist,

You can use any sub you like with Velodyne's subwoofer controller called the SMS-1 (+/- $400). It provides digital room correction (DRC), a pretty basic low cut (80hz/6 dB per octave fixed) for your main speakers, a VERY flexible high cut for your subwoofer, and multiple presets, as well as both RCA in and XLR in.

If:

A) you can use both sets of inputs - that is, one of your systems has XLR connectivity

and

B) You're good with the ADC/DRC/DA process

this is a great way to integrate 1 sub into 2 systems.

You can fine tune each set-up with the DRC and careful tweaking of the high-cut and store each of the final solutions into 2 different presets. One touch of a button when you switch systems and the sub is optimized for that system's playback characteristics.

Good Luck

Marty

BTW - IMHO, the DRC is stunningly good.