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You were right about adding a sub.

I've had subs around the house, but used them mostly for home theater.

From time to time, some of you have encouraged me to use a sub in my 2 channel setup. Curiosity got the best of me over the Holidays and I hooked up a sub using speaker level connections and used the sub's crossover.

My speakers are Usher 6311 and my Integrated is an Anthem 225.

What a difference it made to not only the bass line, but cutting the lows increased the soundstage, improved detail, etc. I feel like I have new speakers, And the bug to try other speakers is gone.

Thanks for the tip- wish I would have tried it before now! For those of you that are tempted, it may be worth a try, it certainly was is my case. I'm using a Svs Sound Cylinder, fwiw. 

Regards,
gary

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Without knowing some of the answers to the questions I posted...

(1) What would it take for you to go line-level?
(2) What size room?
(3) Room acoustical treatments?
(4) Thoughts on purchasing a (1) new sub based upon recommendations here vs.a chance on trying (2) with the advice of their log time user at a substantial lower cost?
(5)???
uncledemp OP
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Slaw,

My integrated doesn't have a pre out and amp in. Only pre out. 

I'm thinking I can use the RCA inputs on the sub if I place the sub between the preamp and amp.

With my current setup I don't know another way to cut the low frequencies from my mains unless I use the speaker wire option. If I had amplifier in jacks it would be nice.

Regards,
gary

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Slaw, 

My room is 14x18, with the 18' area opening into a foyer/dining room about 14' deep.

The room has carpet, heavy drapes, etc. Aside from the opening to the rear, it is open to the kitchen adjacent to the left speaker. I have no specific room treatment currently.

I appreciate the offer on the subs. I'm pretty slow moving when it comes to buying, hope you understand. I'm also wanting to use one sub if possible.

For the most part, I'm pretty happy with my setup- but feel I could benefit from some extra mid bass definition. Rythmik has a dual 8" sub that is very interesting to me, and may be just what I need.

I called Svs and they told me speaker level is my only option to cut low frequencies to my mains.

Thanks for all your help,
gary




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ct0517,

I had the golden flute bass filter (think that was the name) installed when I had the 801's. At the time I could not give them the power they deserved probably.

I sold them locally and the guy still has them last I knew. 

Gary

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uncledemp:

Thanks for responding with more info.

I hope you get the right equipment for musical satisfaction.

Cheers!

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