Why Rumble One Side of Album


I've had a few new records that had a very deep (subwoofer) rumble on one side of the album and the other side is quiet.  I'm guessing that this had something to do with a problem with the cutting of the master, but I thought that I would ask.

When you encounter this do you usually return the album, or just assume that if you want the music you need to put up with the rumble?

vonhelmholtz

@big_greg , you are certainly not lacking in the subwoofer department. The two 13.5s I assume are JL Audios.  What subwoofer uses two 15" drivers?

Next time you are thinking about a new preamp you should check out the Trinnov Amethyst and the DEQX Pre 4 or 8. Digital subwoofer crossovers and time alignment are built in. You can get rid of the rumble and still feel the bass. 

@mijostyn  The dual 15" subs are Rythmik F25. The two 13.5" are SVS SB13 Ultra.  I'm really happy with my current preamp, the Herron VTSP-360.

@big_greg , the Heron is a fine pre amp but, It is just a preamp. The DEQX provides preamp capabilities with a complete set of digital signal processing functions including bass management with the capability to match your subs in time and phase with your main speakers, room control and high resolution EQ.

Once you hear a system that has been completely corrected and adjusted so that the two channels match perfectly you will never go back to straight analog. The benefits are simply to great and override any advantage a strictly analog system might have. Just an FYI