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Sub for tube amp and LS50 set up
Hi all. I'm looking for a sub for $1,000 more or less for my 17x10 room. The room has a closet that cut in to the corner. My amp is a VTA ST70 and the speakers are LS50's.
I like running the amp on triode because of the sweet mids and highs but that takes even more away from the low end. Any ideas?
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Check out a used REL... My room isn't anywhere near your size and I listen nearfield, so ymmv.
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I was looking into REL. I was wondering if a T5 over a T7 would have a tighter more accurate sound because the 7 has a 10" passive on the front (something I heard). I contacted the company for a recommendation. I will update when they respond. Thanks -E-
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Given the size of your room, the more air you can move (larger woofer), the better.
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This would benefit the stereo image, no ? |
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Antipope, I thought about two tzero's but they are listed for near field according to REL. I may do two t5's or at least start with one and add one later. I'm curious as to what the will say.
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What does near field mean for REL ? I'm maybe 10 feet away from my speakers.
I've been thinking of adding two subs to my system lately but it is a whole new field for me. |
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If I remember correctly, their site said for computer desk set ups with micro speakers for the tzero subs.
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If you can swing it monetarily, 2 subs in stereo would be the way to go for a 2 channel setup. I have stereo RELs in mine and it's amazing what they do for the sound. I would opt for 2 smaller subs run stereo rather than one bigger one all things equal.
- Buck
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I'd rather the bigger sub now, then add another bigger one later. That way you aren't looking to ditch two smaller subs later on when you realize you need more boom.
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