I use several "hacks" when setting up my home theater, and the "Crossover Hack" keeps the subs "well-fed" for better dynamics... Vv Click "SHOW MORE" vV
"The List", subwoofers that are dramatically deeper, with a much flatter response than typical subs: http://www.subwoofer101.com/best-subwoofers/
Be sure to watch the SVS Outlet for the upcoming Memorial Day sale, and don't hesitate if you see something you like, they go very quickly!! I suspect you can get smoking deals on PB-13 Ultras if they have them in stock: http://sub101.link/SVSOutlet
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This series is about short, easily digestible "hacks" that allow you to get more out of your current setup.
Here is the link to the Bite-sized Bass Hacks playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMZU06y9stN6lYQO3ukEEcCne1FtIeEmj
A detailed explanation of Large vs Small, and how the crossovers on AVR's typically work:
http://www.subwoofer101.com/setting-up-your-gear/large-vs-small-lfe-main-double-bass-etc/
How I dial in subs by ear: https://youtu.be/dEFkPe7RrQE
So again, I put this hack out there with some caution, as many subwoofers, due to the response curve, will sound boomy if you run the crossover too high. Trust your ears above all else.
The ported subwoofers from SVS are extremely easy to integrate, allowing me to run the crossover as high as I want without major concern. Again, I would prioritize dual subs over a single larger subwoofer. I would split your budget to get matching duals.
Learning Room EQ Wizard (free software) is involved, with a good sized learning curve, but I think the juice is worth the squeeze. It's a good idea to use a properly calibrated microphone like the one I use, the MiniDSP UMIK-1: http://amzn.to/2hb6Nsz (affiliate link, which supports this channel)
You can also see my video on getting started with Room EQ Wizard: https://youtu.be/1NPOQw04NtQ
Post your thoughts on this hack in the comments below!
***Current System setup below***
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Here is the setup at the time of upload:
Amplifier Denon X6200W: http://amzn.to/2fbCbGx
Tried the Marantz, loved it except for the portal display, preferred the overall sound: http://amzn.to/2eKf9SI
Provided on a demo basis by SVS:
Towers: https://sub101.link/UltraTower
Surrounds: https://sub101.link/Satellite
Atmos/DTS:X/Auro 3D height effect speakers: https://sub101.link/Elevation
Center: https://sub101.link/UltraCenter
Dual PB-4000's! https://sub101.link/PB-4000
SVS Soundpath Subwoofer Isolation System: https://sub101.link/Isolation
Speaker wire:
https://sub101.link/SP1SpeakerCable
https://sub101.link/UltraSpeakerCable
Subwoofer cable: https://sub101.link/RCA
LG 4K 3D that I replaced previous Vizio with a Square Trade type warranty. Love the LG, some issues aside. Going through Amazon means you can get a decently priced 5 year warranty (strongly recommend for TV's and AVR's)
http://amzn.to/2p8Gl69
Sony UDP-X800 4K Player: http://amzn.to/2tRRieQ
U-Turn Orbit Pus Turntable: http://amzn.to/2uLrdvi
Measurement Mic for use with Room EQ Wizard:
http://amzn.to/2hb6Nsz
Room EQ Wizard (free, donations encouraged for the guy that created it-not me):
http://www.roomeqwizard.com/
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