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Which subwoofer?

I have a small room (10’x14’) and am wondering if a subwoofer would help. If so, which one?

I have Martin Logan electrostatic speakers with  8” powered 200 watt woofers and 8” passive radiators.  The bass is articulate, but not very deep. I am wondering if I could get more bass volume and depth without loosing detail with an additional subwoofer?
I have tried an 8” Velodyne, but could never integrate it with the Martin Logans so I sold it. 

The Martin Logans are powered by a 200 watt McIntosh receiver. 
Any thoughts?


kenrus
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noromance
9,769 posts
 
2 x REL T5x would be perfect. 
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eichlerera
101 posts
 
I assume you listen Nearfield.
I have a 13' X 13' room and use three subs.
It works nicely because of the Nearfield listening method.

Also definitely recommend stereo subs.
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bdp24
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GR Research has many planar loudspeaker owners (myself included) who have found musical happiness with any one of their subs. Look into the model F-12G, designed in collaboration with Danny Richie of GR Research (hence the "G" in the model designation).

If you are REALLY serious, and are up to a little DIY, the Rythmik/GR Research OB/Dipole Sub is THE sub for use with dipole loudspeakers. Details on the GRR website.
kenrus OP
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The REL looks interesting, but I have what is probably a stupid question. The REL t5x goes down to 32 hz and my Martin Logans go down to 34 hz. Will I notice the additional 2 hz of bass energy?

Thanks for your responses. 
tsushima1
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@kenrus , you wont, its the quality of the base rather than 2hz either way that matters most.

How about looking at used ML Descent i’s , I recall a number hitting the classifieds when the newer models came on line.
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