On order- a rythmik f12 370 PEQ sub to join my ST's. Since so many ST owners seem to be running a similar 2.1 set up, I would appreciate your advice.
I am connecting to an integrated amp using the pre amp outs.
option 1. AMP y cable to single coaxial cable to y cable- Line in on SUB (left and right)
option 2 AMP y cable to single coaxial cable to into Line in on SUB, either left or right channel only
I believe you can both ways, but that adding the y cable on the sub end gives you more gain.
on rythmik website- " Y splitter can be used to connect a single source signal to both line level inputs.
This connection increases the gain by 6db. It can be used for high efficiency front speakers where more subwoofer
gain may be needed."
In the experience of Song tower owners with a similar set up what do you recommend?
RE CRossover - are you setting cross overs at 50 hz (Jim recommended I start with that)?
Any other tips welcome for a subwoofer newbie.
thanks
TOm
Option 1 is not an option. You really can't take a Y-cable and use it to combine signals like that. There are special "combining" cables you can buy, but they are something like $100.00 for the cheaper ones.
Option 2 is not an option for the same reason.
When combining a signal like that, you will need some sort of resistor on the negative leads or you can short out your integrated's outputs. NOT GOOD!
If you have usable preamp outs that work in combination with the integrated's amp outputs, then you would need to feed the sub's L and R inputs and let the sub's amp combine the signals as it is designed to do.
The "best" solution would be to get an Anti-mode or other subwoofer EQ that could be used to both EQ the sub and provide a high-pass filter for your mains. I'm afraid your integrated is going to severely limit your options.
Room EQ Wizard is always a huge plus to know what your sub is doing at your listening position. I've only experienced 1 room where no subwoofer EQ was needed, and that was Nuance's. Now that he's added a second sub, he actually needed to add an EQ.