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This concept is enlightening. Steve, for those currently mixing on just a pair of nearfields or midfields, what would you say is the best practice to help the low end? Simply add 2 (or 4) subs to the system, and locate appropriately as previously outlined?
I suppose each sub (including DIY made subs) will have unique specs, e.g. faster/slower response time, sound quality, noise level.. I notice you mention the Behringer. Any specific recommendations for mid & higher-end studios using high-end monitors (DIY or off the shelf subs) ?
Thanks.
The Behringer was mentioned because we tested it and it is by far the lowest cost components available. They have their Behringer DCX2496 Ultradrive Pro DSP ($299) system and the BEHRINGER NEKKST K10S Subwoofer. This would be the cheapest way to go, it works but we could hear some degradation when processing the L/R mains through this unit.
The JBL LSR310s subwoofers that I posted results from earlier are probably right in the mid range. They are pro quality and actually allow you to defeat the onboard processing so you can fine tune with an outboard DSP. This is an important point because very few commercial subwoofers allow you to defeat the onboard processing.
On the mid/high end the Subwoofer Pro 12" units sound awesome!
All of these configs sounded really good, but you do get what you pay for and the JBL sounds better than Behringer and the Subwoofer Pros sound better than the JBL 310s!