I have the Sonics Anima -- very similiar to the Canalis version -- paired with a REL Strata III sub, and they sound great together. I had been using the Animas sans sub for a few months and mostly didn't miss the bass <60hz, but then I got the sub and really noticed what I was missing. The sub fills in that last bit of the picture and adds more scale. Get a sub (REL or perhaps an Audio Physic one would fit nicely) but first get a good pair of 24" stands.
Use of subwoofer with bookshelf speakers
I heard demonstrated a Pair of Canalis Anima speakers and they were awesome. I'm using full range speakers now (ML Odysseys) which have developed a significant problem and am considering purchasing these Canalis speakers when I can put together enough money to do so.
My question has to do with using these with a Vandersteen sub. Vandersteen recommends using this sub with speakers having effective capability down to 40 Hz. I think the sub has an upper cutoff of 250Hz. Will I be able to use them together and have an acceptably smooth sounding transition between them?
My question has to do with using these with a Vandersteen sub. Vandersteen recommends using this sub with speakers having effective capability down to 40 Hz. I think the sub has an upper cutoff of 250Hz. Will I be able to use them together and have an acceptably smooth sounding transition between them?