Agree with the comments above, except to say that I’m more in the Rythmik type of sub-bass camp. My single Rythmik can shake the room in the 25-35hz-ish range the way I have it positioned, though. Still, not an ideal home theater sub at all.
Subwoofers: add a JL Audio or switch to 2 Rythmic subs?
Am considering adding another subwoofer to my main rig. System features Magico A5 speakers and one JL Audio E112 subwoofer in a dedicated 29' by 16' by 10' listening room.
The speakers run full range and the sub runs off the second line output of my Audio Research Reference 5SE preamp. The sub is crossed over at about 40 hz via its own internal low pass crossover.
As is the system produces plenty of bass, which reaches to about 25 hz. The sub is not detectable sonically but it's output in the low bass is a little down compared to mid and upper bass.
I've been contemplating adding another sub to smooth the bass response a little and also add a little output at very low frequencies. I was also thinking about adding bass traps in the front corners behind the speakers, again to aid in low frequency smoothness (room currently untreated).
I'm intrigued and have been reading about the Rythmic subs (12SE). They seem to be highly regarded by users on this site. Additionally, they are available as a pair new for the same cost as one new JL E112.
Not sure if it's worth the trouble to even go down this road and looking for advice.
Thanks!
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For home theater applications, Rythmik Audio offers ported subs, still featuring Brian Ding's patented servo-feedback design. For real bass hounds, he now also has models featuring dual-opposed 12" woofers, dual-opposed 15" woofers, and an 18" woofer. As with all Rythmik models, featuring his servo-feedback design. |
@bdp24 If you try a Swiss Digital Fuse Box on your dual-opposed Rythmiks, your jaw will drop. Bass hounds only 💚 |
You don't say where or how your subwoofer was located. Sounds like your subwoofer is choking in a bass null. Map the rooms bass modes by using the crawl test then position your E112 in the loudest mode. All you may need are a pair of long cables from Blue Jeans or a WiFi devise. +1 Ozzy. If needed a used F110 series v2 would make a sensible master controller. There's a very good reason JL's cost more. You only need to do the test once. |
@ozzy point/good question that should be examined. Don’t just go with your thoughts bobbydd. Listen to these bass hounds!!! |
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