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Subwoofer Amp Recommendations

I've added a stereo pair of VBT Magellan passive subs (fantastic, BTW)to my 2-channel system. VBT recommends using their 200S amp, which I have---and it is good---and I could get another for stereo, but as I'm using a Tact 2.2x, I don't need the crossover/volume functions in their amp, and would rather not have to put the signal through another set of electronics.

My considerations have ranged from the new Carver Pro amps (but I'm not happy about their connections as I'd need new cables or adapters) to used Adcoms/NADs/Aragons. I've also considered PS Audio and Sunfire, but not sure if I need to spend that much just for a bass amp.

A friend suggested the new Panasonic 45 digital receiver which takes a digital input (saving me the expense of a DAC, but I already have an extra anyway).

Your thoughts and experience would be appreciated.
richards
kgveteran
377 posts
 
Buy the Adcom GFA555 mkII in the amp section of the Gon for 350.00.Tons of power and quiet.I use two in bridged mode on my Adire Tumults.
elgordo
530 posts
 
My brother's L-07Ms keep powering his subs year after after year with no problems and they run cool. Of course if one lives in wicked cold New Hampshire a warmer running amp is welcome.
nighthawk
259 posts
 
I also think response to DC is important. I have an SVS 20-39CS passive sub. I've tried both a Tandberg 3006A (264W/4ohms) and an Aragon 4004MKii (400W/4ohms) driving it. The Tandberg is DC coupled, the Aragon is not. On scenes with subsonic bass, like the depth charges in U571, the Tandberg shook the house a lot better than the Aragon.
ixfxi1712
1 posts
 
In response to the L07M comment, I own four of them and have NEVER had any problems. Coming up on a 35th anniversary, I'de like to see an amplifier beat that.
ss396
22 posts
 
your choice will depend on how many watts you need. i currently have two ported 15" subs. they like 300 watts at 4 ohms. i am using 2 channels of a 5 channel sherbourn ht amp. i bought this amp cheap and i have 3 spare channels, i plan to add more subs in the future. if your subs are sealed or need eq you will need more watts.
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