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Research for subwoofer

I have Bryston model T bookshelf speakers connected to a Luxman 509 that plays high res "Qbuz" music, jazz, pop, classical. ETC.   I am considering agreeing a sub but would like some opinions of what might work well with this set up.  The sub would have to go on the floor, could be powered or not.  Would like to build more of a stage with additional bass. 

Thoughts?

Thanks Dave

kuttler
soix
11,243 posts
 

What’s your budget, and are you looking for new or used?

erik_squires
17,551 posts
 

Room size, and treatment, if any matter.  As always, buying and integrating a subwoofer is some real work.  Some get lucky and some really have to adjust.  Also, check the AM Acoustics Room mode simulator.  it will help you place your speakers,sub and listening location optimally

 

kuttler OP
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Brand yes type yes (powered or not?)

New or used - Either is ok.  I have had good luck with used from Audiogon members

Thanks for the AM Acoustics recommendation

 

kuttler OP
17 posts
 

Thanks for REL and SVS recommendation 

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m-db
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@kuttler Thanks for REL and SVS recommendation 

These two brands are vastly different. I think they both offer an easily returnable trial period.

One is a sub-bass woofer that dramatically rolls off extra low frequency beginning within the 30Hz region to a barley audible -6dB and can be located most anywhere in a room.

The other is rated -3dB in the low 20Hz region offering most all the low frequency on most any recording. Its performance will depend on placement within any of your rooms standing wave bass modes typically along a side wall.

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