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Subwoofer insight.

This is new territory to me. Current speakers are 2 way with frequency response of 60Hz-20KHz with +/- 2dB.  Sensitivity rated as 86dB. Chance to purchase a pair of REL 7 tis. I feel like I am missing something but will have to buy the subs to try out. My basic question is this. Does this purchase sound wise? I know what I am willing to spend but do you think I will notice an appreciable improvement.  I know that no one can listen through my ears but this is my first time doing this. Source is 75 watt integrated tube amp, McIntosh MA-2275. Thoughts appreciated. I am leaning towards going forward with the deal but would appreciate some feedback. Room is large and open, 28X38 feet with 9 foot ceilings. Thanks for any feedback.
ricmci
rwwear
2,847 posts
 
Speakon connectors are just old timey high level speaker connections like we used in the old days when receivers didn’t have sub outs. Maybe it’s great but seems archaic. Most subs still have high level connections for older receivers I suppose.

I would still run my mains full range. The less electronics the mains go through, the better they will sound.
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ieales
1,201 posts
 
No Electronics.

Passive XO with teflon or polystyrene or polypropylene caps. The best RCAs. Wired with silver plated teflon coated wire and Ag solder.

Listen to something with no low end like a Cecila Bartoli aria or Winton Marsalis solo. I defy anyone to hear it.

With well mated subs, the increase in mid bass clarity has to be heard.

See http://www.ielogical.com/assets/Audio/PassiveXO1.png
gmacchia1
4 posts
 
Without killing your budget I'm running a pair of small Sumiko S.0 subs with my Totem Tribe towers... It provides the perfect amount of punch needed for my dedicated 2 channel system.


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dave_b
3,159 posts
 
The REL’s are powered geniuses ...they draw almost nothing from the amp via the Speakon connection.  Mains run full range.  No X crossover needed.  No extra interconnects.  No extra boxes with crap in them for the signal to be degraded.  Simple!
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ieales
1,201 posts
 
Do the math & call me back...
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