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Subwoofer Advice

I am running a pair of Martin Logan ESL 13A speakers (24-23,000 Hz). I would have thought with two 10" woofers there would be more bas (the base level dial on the rear of the speakers doesn’t seem to cut it either).

In the past I had a pair of ML Spires (29-23,000 Hz) with only one 10" woofer that had so much base, I sold my pair of ForceField 30s. Not the case with the 13A’s.

I don’t have a lot of room, maybe 16" or so square and I was wondering about a pair of SVS Micros. Do you think they would complement the 13As or do I need something bigger?

Martin Logan has come out with a few new subs lately; do you think I should keep in the ML family?

Hoping to come in under $2K, so used is fine. Thanks all!

I should also mention I’m limited on space so placement would likely have to be on the inside or the outside of the main speakers (same back wall).

 

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vetsc5
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Hello navyachts,

Just a suggestion that you may wish to speak to Dr. Poh Ser Hsu, owner/designer,builder of Hsu Research located in Anaheim, Ca. He has been designing and building subs for over 30 years and earned his Phd in engineering at MIT.   It's still a family business and when I call  Dr. Hsu usually is the one answering the phone.  A very humble genius who is passionate about his work. I have two of his units and they are the bomb.  I'm not sure if it is permitted for me to enter the website on this post but you can easily find him on the internet by searching for Hsu subwoofers.  Give him call. 

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navyachts OP
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@vetsc5 ok, thank you, I will check in with the Doc!

vetsc5
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ps;

Hey  navyacht,  I failed to mention that new Hsu woofers are well within the price range that you mentioned in your post.  Hope this is helpful info. Btw Hsu is pronounced "Shoe".  That's easy:)

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navyachts OP
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@vetsc5 +1, thanks again 

wolf_garcia
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The location of the mains has zero to do with the subs unless there's a phase issue. Position the mains where they sound good and then do the same with the subs. Done.

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