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Adding a small subwoofer for music in 2020

I see a few old posts considering small subwoofers, but I wanted to resurrect this topic for 2020.

I have a small office (8x10). I have zu cubes, and a heaven11 billie and small tube amp I like to switch between.
The cubes need a sub but I have limited space. The Billie has a pre out, the small tube amp only has speaker output.

Ideally I would get something that has both high level as well as low level inputs. I haven’t found a lot of truly small units that offer this. So far the only thing jumping out at me is the Velodyne microvee. I like the features of Rythmik, but their 12" units seem too big. JLaudio discontinued their d108.

Anything else in a small sub to round out music I should consider?
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turnbowm
353 posts
 
I also have a small listening space and was concerned that a large sub would completely overpower the room and make integration all the more difficult. After reading numerous professional and user reviews, I ended up buying a small Rel T/5i sub that paired quite nicely with the Kef LS50s. The T/5i has an 8" driver in a sealed enclosure. It has Low Level (RCA) and High Level (Speaker) inputs. Even comes with a Speakon cable for High Level use. Definitely include the Rel T/5i on your short list.

https://rel.net/shop/powered-subwoofers/serie-ti/t5i/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw7sz6BRDYARIsAPHzrNK8NcjURmxJVl9G...
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lalitk
5,614 posts
 
Rel Tzero MKIII should fit in nicely! 
paradisecom
337 posts
 
REL Habitat.  Occupies no floor space, has both high and RCA level inputs.

Velodyne is long gone and there is no support, service, repairs, etc available.
soix
9,796 posts
 
+1 SVS SB1000.  They offer a long trial period and have great customer service.  Best of luck. 
erik_squires
16,396 posts
 
Serious suggestion?  Get an Anthem integrated and a sub. 

The issue with subs in your space is not the quality of the sub but the effort to integrate them. 

If you want to be done, and done well, quickly, go with the Anthem and your choice of high quality sub.

Best,

E
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