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Subwoofer suggestions for budget system?

My current setup is a pair of Magnepan 1.6 speakers, a pair of Schiit Vidars, Schiit Sol turntable w/Goldring E3 cartridge (I have a VAS-rebuilt Denon DL-103 with Ebony shell and microridge stylus when I can get someone to come set it up for me), Mani 2 phono stage, Asgard 3 headphone amp acting as preamp, Schiit SYS as source selector, Modi 3+ connected to Volumio for streaming digital and an Orchard Audio RCA-to-XLR converter to drive the Vidars in monoblock mode.

I'd like to add a subwoofer to the mix that can keep bass out of the Maggies.  I'd, of course, prefer a dipole sub to go with the dipole speakers, but not terribly picky ATM.  My budget is around $200 to $300 for now.  I have been very tempted to build a pair of my own subs, but that's not in my budget right now.

Suggestions?

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johnto
1,008 posts
 

After running out of funds I picked up a couple of Sony 12" subs for $50 each on Craigslist to pair with my Maggie 3.7i . I set the subs at about 50 hz and keep their volume low as not to get any boominess and run the 3 7i full range they integrate real well together . Audiophile friends and musicians that stop in are amazed at the great sound. By playing around you can achieve good sound at a reasonable price.

My friend picked up a free Mirage sub from a neighbor and integrated it with his LRS using the same technique just setting the sub to about 80 hz and it too sounds good.

Good luck

westborn
153 posts
 

+1 SVS Outlet deal..

grislybutter
2,777 posts
 

@jl45 I just shipped a giant Yamaha subwoofer for $45 to the opposite corner of the country, 3-5 business day.

ParcelMonkey.

 

jl35
3,966 posts
 

Thanks grisly never heard of them. Good to know. Small amp cross country UPS is $75

lanx0003
748 posts
 

It is very difficult to integrate sub with main speakers seamlessly especially the texture and speed of the bass notes.  Maybe the servo controlled sub will (has not tried) but it is usually pricey for a good one.  There are budgetary floorstander or standmount speakers could get down low to 20-30 hz range but keep good tonal balance.

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