Multiple subwoofers… Adding an SVS SB16-Ultra.

[garyh 460]

I’ve decided to go with multiple subs – to even out the low end in my new setup.  What do you guys think about pairing a brand new SVS SB16-Ultra with my old SVS 20-39 PC Plus?  Ha!

 

I realize, ideally, you’d want identical subs.  But my old 20-39 PC Plus is working just fine and I’d hate to see it go.  I’ve already ordered the SB16-Ultra (in that beautiful Piano Gloss Black) – will be here day after tomorrow. 

 

Even though the subs are dissimilar in output –  I’m fairly confident between Audyssey and some acoustic treatment, I’ll be able to dial in the subs nicely – I'm not really looking for house-shaking performance as much as good, solid, sweet mid-SPL performance.  (But knowing that I could probably loosen all the grout in the kitchen tile upstairs if I wanted to, doesn’t hurt).   😃

 

With my layout, at this point, the 20-39 sounds best on the left side of the room and just behind the listening position.  Go figure.  *(Might have something to do with my front wall now working so very well in harmony with my "soffit-mounted" mains - more on that later).  And it’s actually plenty adequate, performs nicely!  I don’t really *need* another sub.  I just want one!  I want beautifully subtle power.

 

Finding the perfect spot for the SB16-Ultra may be more difficult (the thing weighs nearly 130lbs)!

 

I’ll keep you posted…

 

Thanks for reading, Gary

[MRHP 868]

You can never go wrong with more subs. IMHO😁

[allflehisequalwhenburnt 576]

While you can never go wrong with more subs. Having those subs and amps match is far more important.

 

use 1 sub or match them. 
 

usually corner spots behind you are the best spots for placement or the corners in front of you

 

theres too many environmental factors that affect outcome. There is not one size fits all. 
 

some experimentation will be in order.