Stereo Subwoofer Pairing


Does it matter if stereo subwoofers (one dedicated for each channel) are the same age or will it sound fine to use one subwoofer that is new with a used one (both subwoofers are the same model)?

Will it just take time for the new subwoofer to break in to match the used one or will they never sound close to each other?
rjb1101

Showing 1 response by ejr1953

I have been using (and integrating) sub woofers in my music audio systems for years, 2.1 systems in the past, my current setup is a 2.2 setup, with a pair of identical models (both purchased new at the same time).
Though low bass sounds have a very long wavelength, so long it's difficult if not impossible to sense the direction they are coming from, I have found that having a pair of sub woofers gives the "visceral" experience of directionality to the bass, so I'd recommend installing a pair of subs of the same model.