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Sub-woofer/ Source for MAgnepan MG 1.6s

I just bought myself MG 1.6 QRs which I drive using Plinius 8150. To complete my setup, I am looking for a sub woofer to complement the 1.6s. I dont want to spend too much and reasonable price is a criteria.

Also I want recommendations for a reasonably priced entry level LP Player and a CD Player preferably one that plays DVD-Audio/ SACD.

Please help with recommendations.

thx.
snaudio
jallen
502 posts
 
I have the 3.6 and have tried the james 10, 12, 15, and I have a large room. They all helped the very bottom end, I crossed over at 50-55hz, and the impact is just greater. The sub is not really heard, just more ooomph on big drum and organ transients. Very essential. Get the size for the room. Bigger is not necessarily better.
magfan
1,583 posts
 
to all those who feel....'it's not necessary', I might have agreed until I got one.
It is both true that you don't notice it when it's on and miss it's when its off.
Proper setup is key. X-over freq. / location / loudness /phase / room
All matter.
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philjolet
2,306 posts
 
Magfan,
for me there is a price at which you do not want to spend money on a sub but get the basics right first

Snaudio,
I am not familiar with either of your wires but you may want to try swapping them for others to see what happens

good luck and enjoy
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trianglezerius
119 posts
 
Try a MJ Acoustics MK200 II. Has a remote to adj phase which really comes in handy. Plus when set up right its pretty quick.
chadnliz
3,736 posts
 
Vandersteen subs sound great with Maggies and dont break the bank. I have heard 1.6 with dual Vandy subs sound far better than the price the charge would lead you to believe.
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