CONNECTING A SUB WHEN THERE IS NO SUB-OUT CONNECTION


I’m adding a sub to my system and not sure how to connect it when I have no sub out connection on my preamp.  The photos below show the rear panels for my preamp, one of my two mono amps, and the sub.  Of course, each speaker is connected to one amp channel. 

Is connecting the sub as simple as using a spade-to-banana connector between the amp and the sub?

 

patrickalston

I have a Rogue Audio RP-9 preamp with two sets each of XLR & RCA outputs.  I have been using one set of the XLR outputs to run two subs.  I will get my converted to stereo monobloc Odyssey Kismet amps in a few days and will be using both sets of the XLR outputs for the two stereo amps to vertically bi-amplify my Fyne speakers.  I purchased a pair of Neutrik RCA to XLR adapters to then drive the two subwoofers off of one of RP-9’s RCA outputs.

I would insert a 2 in, 4 out, balanced, active crossover of your choice, between your preamp and amps. This would enable you to achieve greater overall system performance, increased dynamic range, better clarity, cohesion and precision and to a lesser degree the ability to address some of the acoustical issues created by your room.

When I first incorporated subs into my system, some eight or nine years ago now, I started with the high level input like most everyone else. About a year or two later, just for fun, I tried an active crossover and it ended up probably being the single largest improvement to my system that I have ever made.

I purchased a JL audio cr-1 crossover which I understand is designed to work with high-end audio systems.  It's all analog, has balanced connections and, based upon my research, it’s the best available.  I should have it in a few days.

Does anyone have any experience with this unit?