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Sub Pairing With Harbeth 40.3 XDs

Hello all - was wondering if anyone can recommend a sub pairing that is commensurate with my Harbeth 40.3 XDs ...? I love it loud. Looking for tight , punchy thump from the kick drum that sounds like arena PA ...🥳 

my system : 

Manley Snappers , Manley Jumbo Shrimp Pre

 

Some of these Subs like the REL S/812 seemed kinda pricey....an Emminence $250 speaker in a shiny powered cabinet doesn’t seem worth $3200?

 

Thanks!

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jl1ny
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@tommypenngotti 

Absolutely zero boom. Rel actually is spot on with their claim of it’s sonic characteristics .

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tommypenngotti OP
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@jl1ny  

good to know ....I have a cheaper SVS PB1000 & its not really focused at all, more of a HT kinda deal it would be ok ....you get what you pay for....

 

thanks! 

missioncoonery
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What a mess..Snappers running harbeth? Guess that's why your asking for sub ideas,lol...Have you watched videos on how the rel drivers are made on that particular sub you reference...

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tommypenngotti OP
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@missioncoonery

 

I watched a Rel video...Do explain oh Audiophile Overlord....

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onhwy61
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You don't need a subwoofer(s), but a parametric EQ.  For most pop/rock music the punch in the kick drum is in the mid-bass frequencies, say 100 to 160Hz.

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