Anyone running dual subwoofers?

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Note2luvr

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Topic # 207287 17-Dec-2016 11:09

Anyone running dual identical/mixed subwoofers or have upgraded from 1 sub to 2 subs, how much of an improvement was there and any other observations?

How have you placed your 2 subs?

Thanks

bollylover

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Reply # 1691428 17-Dec-2016 12:53

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Hiya

Yip, running two Veloydyne CHT 10's via a Yamaha 3060 Aventage Receiver, one is front left of sofa, other is back of lounge to the right of a bookcase, IMHO much more.. er.. visceral ;)

When watching Atmos Blu ray the audio is SPECTACULAR !!

GarryP

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Reply # 1691449 17-Dec-2016 14:57

I am currently running 2 x SVS SB2000s across the front of the room at one-third wall length spacing. Compared with just one sub the difference is a much smoother and more even bass in the room.

Dual subs is well worth doing in my experience.

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Reply # 1691461 17-Dec-2016 16:06

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2's better than 1, 4 is best.

Where to place depends on your room. Can you describe the 4 walls and ceiling in relation to where you sit?

Swype on iOS is detrimental to accurate typing. Apologies in advance.

kendog

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Reply # 1691782 18-Dec-2016 17:02

I went from one to two Pc13 ultras.
While two offer a little more output, the main reason is the help remove peaks and nulls in the frequency response, plus two (or more) offer the ability to create a wider sweet spot, smoother response over multiple chairs. Valuable if there is more then just you listening often.

kendog

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Reply # 1691783 18-Dec-2016 17:04

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And the best way to place subs is to measure them, sub crawl is a cheap free method. REW is better, but you need to buy a mic (about $100). That $100 is a very worthwhile investment is you are spending good money on subs.

Warning, the best sounding position for a sub is often the worst position aesthetically.

kiwijunglist

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Reply # 1691806 18-Dec-2016 18:11

2x pc13. Jelaous. Do you have them calibrated with a umik?

I have 4x15" drivers was going to diy 2 dual opposed sealed subs but was procrastinating getting it done and now we just bought a house and lounge is a bit on the small side so thinking of making a box in the attic with a hole in the ceiling and running them as IB.

HTPC: Intel i3-2100 / 12GB RAM / AMD HD7750 / 480 GB SSD / 58TB Storage / MediaPortal / MadVR / Win10
AVR: Pioneer Elite SC-LX87 220W 9.2 Ch AVR
Speakers: Wharfedale Jade 7 Fronts / Jade 2c Center / Jade 5 Rears
Subs: iNuke 3000dsp 3000W proamp with 4x 15" JBL Sealed Subs
Display: Samsung 60" UA60H6400 LCD TV
Accessories: Gefen HDMI Detective with splitter

kendog

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Reply # 1692349 19-Dec-2016 19:17

kiwijunglist: 2x pc13. Jelaous. Do you have them calibrated with a umik?

I have 4x15" drivers was going to diy 2 dual opposed sealed subs but was procrastinating getting it done and now we just bought a house and lounge is a bit on the small side so thinking of making a box in the attic with a hole in the ceiling and running them as IB.

Yep, calibrated using REW and a Mini DSP, then xt32.
I also have two mid base subs directly behind the seats, so running four subs all up.

It's a rabbit hole, once you start it's hard to stop. I am still tinkering trying to get a better sound.