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Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
Excellent article on using SPL meters on RealTraps.http://realtraps.com/art_spl.htm 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
The 4 ft separation is the best I can achieve given my room, I ran into space issues with my furniture and a fireplace on one side. The important things I did was to bring my speakers out far enough in front such that there is nothing barging into... 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
I just have to add this because I'm THIRLLED. There is a sweet spot that can be achieved. I have found it by moving things around - speakers, furniture, myself. Having found it, I am going through my collection - Bach - Julia Fischer, Hilary Hahn;... 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
I have been standing in the middle of the room, about 4 ft away from the speakers, dancing in delight :) Ordinarily, I would sit 8-10 feet away on my couch. I could adjust them a little I suppose, to accommodate the normal listening position. I or... 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
Bob, I did check that I am using the dedicated stereo outputs on the Oppo. Those are separate outputs entirely from the 7.1, so there is no room for confusion. 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
Bob/All, GREAT NEWS!!!I adjusted my speaker positions around until the zone they transmit to overlap further. Also, brought the speakers further in front and closer to each other - roughly 4 feet apart. I also re-checked the connector between the ... 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
Thanks all for your continued guidance. ZD, I believe the connections are in phase - I checked them. I rechecked the Oppo settings and changed two - one said Stereo down-mixed which I changed to Front 1-2, and the other said Crossover 80 Hz which ... 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
I need to add the following observations on my situation and ask a few more questions. I am testing a variety of music on my current setup and my observation is that the bass drivers on my speakers are hardly being driven, even with bass heavy pun... 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
Thank you all for taking the time to help me out. The inputs give me a few things to think about and will help me make a suitable decision. I am inclined to try out a couple of scenarios before I make my decision, based upon the inputs provided. T... 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
Lloyd, you mentioned about having setup options. The Hsu VTF 15H offers more options with regard to fine-tuning, according to what I understood from the web site. I am somehow leaning towards this model from a power and flexibility standpoint but ... 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
I apologize for not mentioning in the last comment that Bob Reynolds is already recommending the SVS SB2000 over the Hsus for my system. Any other comments specifically towards these three models are welcome. 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
Thank you all for your comments, all of which are very helpful. I will definitely try adding a separate amp down the line and using the NAD I have as a preamp - I'm glad that is possible. Lloyd, I will take you up on raising the sub - that sounds ... 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
Lloyd, When you suggest a more powerful amp, what level of power should I consider? My NAD 365BEE is 80W per channel. I could consider something like an Anthem integrated amp at 225W per channel. Should I consider other brands or wattage as well? ... 
Do I need a subwoofer? Which brand and model?
Thank you Lloyd. I will try a more powerful amp if I can get one. Good suggestion and thanks for the detailed explanation on the physics.Marty, I have researched the brands you suggested. My options are a pair of SVS SB1000, a single SVS SB2000, a...