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REL Gibralter G2 a good choice?

Hi all,

I've been planning to add a subwoofer to my system (see below) for quite some time now. I would like to augment my monitors and am looking for "musical" bass rather than the Home theater version.

The REL line of subwoofers seem like a good bet, primarily as they have Speaker level connections. This would mean the monitors would run full range and the REL picks up from around 45 Hz or so. I realize this doesn't lighten the load on my amp but has the benefit of not adding extra equipment to my system. I was also looking at JL audio but my understanding is they work best with an external crossover with High pass/Low pass filter set up and I'm not sure the added cost and work is worth it.

The top contender at this time is the REL Gibralter G2.

I would love to hear your thoughts/comments.

Thanks for reading!

Arjun

My system:
Vinly source: Rega RP6/Linn Adikt cart > Lejonklou Kinki 3 phono
Digital: Macbook Pro > Centrance DACMini CX

Amp: Simaudio 250i (50 W per channel)

Devore Fidelity Gibbon 3XL (45 Hz - 40 KHz, 90dB/W/M, 8ohm)
arjundas
arjundas OP
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Thank you all for your input. I apologize for the delay in my reply but it took quite a while for my question to be posted and I initially thought it hadn't gone through.

Anyways, I agree the G2 from a financial standpoint is overkill for the system but I was looking to pick up a used one. The ease of integration and ability to match the speed of my Devores (woofer is only 5") is the key for me. My understanding is that a 10" driver paired with the power the G2 comes with should make that possible. Another option is to get two R-218 which is also a sealed box wih 10" driver but it has nowhere the same power. Any thoughts?

Vladimir, thanks for the tip re: S series, will definitely look into it.

Thanks,
Arjun
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arjundas OP
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Thanks for your reply Bob. The Devores despite having only a 5" driver are rated as 45Hz - 40 KHz. I realize that "real world" numbers may differ. I plan to measure them in my listening room soon.

Arjun
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sunnyboy1956
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The Devores go down to 45hz. Set the cross over on the REL at or about 45hz. For example my Rockport Aviors go down to 28hz and I have set the crossover on the G1 to 30 hz. It doesn't hurt to be able to do this with a REL remote incl phase and volume setting.
Best
Pradeep
arjundas OP
19 posts
 
Thanks Pradeep.
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