MiniDSP 2 x 4 HD, a calibrated mic ( Umik-1 or Dayton ), a db measurement tool of your choice ( decibel: db sound level app on iPhone is great ), REW app on your laptop, YouTube tutorial Episode 7 from "Hometheatergurus" channel ( along with the gain matching episode ) and you will get absolutely amazing results if your willing to go through the headaches of a learning curve.
I have a Focal 1000F, Def Tech SC4000 and an old Def Tech SC-1
( how's that for a crazy ridiculous mix?!! ) and it literally sounds like I have a single subwoofer from the main listening position. The SC4000 is only about 5-6 feet behind the listening position so occasionally ( but rarely ) I have to adjust the volume but it has remote control and through my Harmony hub it's easy as pie to do.
MiniDSP allows for 4 configurations ( again controlled through the Harmony hub ) that I have set from flat response to a couple of different mid bump options to play with depending on the movie or music track and my listening whim at the moment.
A long time issue I've dealt with from just one to two to three sub configuration is now a mute point. Although nothing is perfect, the technology available is a wonderful tool if your willing to give it a try. I guarantee it's better than any " by ear " method, I don't care how good your ear is or how long you crawl around your room. Your just finding bumps in frequency at different areas of your room and not flat response anyway . There are too many factors so let technology be your friend. You ( and your ears ) will be glad you did.
P.S. - room treatments would be a great addition to the equation. That will
be my next step hopefully.
I have a Focal 1000F, Def Tech SC4000 and an old Def Tech SC-1
( how's that for a crazy ridiculous mix?!! ) and it literally sounds like I have a single subwoofer from the main listening position. The SC4000 is only about 5-6 feet behind the listening position so occasionally ( but rarely ) I have to adjust the volume but it has remote control and through my Harmony hub it's easy as pie to do.
MiniDSP allows for 4 configurations ( again controlled through the Harmony hub ) that I have set from flat response to a couple of different mid bump options to play with depending on the movie or music track and my listening whim at the moment.
A long time issue I've dealt with from just one to two to three sub configuration is now a mute point. Although nothing is perfect, the technology available is a wonderful tool if your willing to give it a try. I guarantee it's better than any " by ear " method, I don't care how good your ear is or how long you crawl around your room. Your just finding bumps in frequency at different areas of your room and not flat response anyway . There are too many factors so let technology be your friend. You ( and your ears ) will be glad you did.
P.S. - room treatments would be a great addition to the equation. That will
be my next step hopefully.