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

I recently got a pair of Elac Varro RS700. They are well engineered, fast and musical subs that go deep. I believe front firing sealed box subs are more accurate.

FWIW: Even though your Luxman has pre out, it is generally recommend to use high level outputs for better integration of subs with speakers. REL, Elac and others offer this option of piggybacking wires off speaker terminals to provide signal to the sub, which the sub then amplifies.

Whatever you choose you can look forward to a much more satisfying hifi experience!

@gkelly 

+1 

Gonna have to agree that that’s a pretty significant discontinuity between quality of amp vs. speakers.  There are no absolute rules, but it’s probably more common to spend more on speakers than on an amp.  You can get pretty awesome amps for under $5k, but really hard to do same with speakers.  I’d address that issue before investing in subs.

add my 2 cents

pair of rel t9i or t9x - use the high level connection... a pair of them would be ideal in your larger open plan room

RSL 12S. A pair would be magical and have been for me. I have owned many brands and models of subs over the years. My best, MrD.