subs for Sonus Faber Cremona M floor standing

Raul,
I own a pair of SF Cremonas along with a REL R505 subwoofer. I would like to add a second sub, and was considering another 505, but after reading your posts I am now considering a Velodyne or 2. However, I also have the option of 2 Rel 505's along with a Velodyne SMS-1 for sub equalization. What is your experience or thoughts on this combination? I have an integrated amp, so I don't think it will be possible to roll off the bottom end of the Cremonas using the SMS-1. I would use the SMS-1 only to modify the sub output.

Thanks
Mike

Dear Fundsgon: According to Velodyne the SMS-1 has a fixed ( 80 hz. ) high-pass ( http://www.velodyne.com/pdf/sms-1/sms-1_guide.pdf ) so you can roll-off the bas in your SF speakers and use it with two Rels or the other option you named: two Velodynes.

I never heard that REL model but we have to take in count the very good quality sound on those SF ( I owned one of its first monitors and were impressive: Extrema. ) and IMHO the Velodynes could match in better way the SF quality performance level but all depend on yoor targets/priorities.

Regards and enjoy the music,
R.

If you're going to have matching subs, then get *matching subs*. The R505 is possibly discontinued, but is fortunately available for half price at Vanns.com. And if you want the easier blend, get the Velodyne SMS-1.

Also, you probably don't need to run your Cremonas above a high-pass filter. A lot of people are finding that running the mains full range helps get a good blend in many cases.

So... The Velodyne DD15 (not the plus) are on a wicked sale right now... too big for the SF Cremona M floorstanders?

Dear Erictye: IMHO there is almost no-so big for " these speakers " but the other way around: too small.

The DD-15 could works very good with your Cremona's, I can't see any trouble about and when you have two subs in true stereo fashion you can place it almost " everywhere ": see my Agon virtual to see that the place/room position of mines is not " orthodox " one.

If I was you and due that are on " sale " I just go a head. DEven if you don't like it ( that I seriously doubt. ) you always can put on sale with almost no lose because everyone wants it.

Regards and enjoy the music,
R.