How to Connect a Subwoofer to Anything V2.0

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  • @cheapaudioman
    @cheapaudioman  2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

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    • @nathaneldogo
      @nathaneldogo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Review this Russound ADP-1.2 Speaker-level to Line-level Adapter👻🎃

    • @mistymangham4410
      @mistymangham4410 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm getting into audio again after a long time away. So I'm building my audio system now. How well do you believe this will sound. I'm getting a SONY SA-CS9, I'm getting a set of BOSTON ACOUSTICS HD5 I'll have them hooked up to a TOSHIBA SD-6109C? Another question my bedroom is roughly 10 feet x 11 feet. I know pretty small. Would you recommend adding a larger set of floor speakers I've got a vintage set of PIONEER (I believe were from the 1990s). Looking for advice. T.I.A.

    • @PyroKing253
      @PyroKing253 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've got the Polk Audio PSW108 10" Powered Subwoofer | 100W Peak Power for my pc monitor hope it works and hooks up easy

    • @PixelGolf
      @PixelGolf ปีที่แล้ว

      You like the sb1000pro over the pb1000pro? Seems like I’m constantly being told pb1000pro is superior…

    • @tanmoy0683
      @tanmoy0683 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Randy, amazing review..Can I ask a quick question, I am complete beginer in this HT journey, just bought myself a Kef Q950, Kef Surrounds, Denon x3500 (old one from my cousin), SVS SB1000 and AudioaLab 7000a.. Currently Denon is running the Surround and Centre, and the SUB.. Audiolab is running as pre-amp with those Kef950s.. I am currently happy with the setup, but want to try connecting SVS to AudioLab... Not exactly sure with the cabling part, will it be a Y Splitter type RCA, 1 Male to the "In" socket in SVS to 2 Male RCA in the Pre-Outs sockets in the AudioLab

  • @erics.4113
    @erics.4113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +250

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    • @cheapaudioman
      @cheapaudioman  2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Nailed it

    • @MrNathan32smith
      @MrNathan32smith ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂🤣🤣. That cracked me up lmao 🤣

    • @Poraqui
      @Poraqui ปีที่แล้ว

      😂

    • @jeffatmama8523
      @jeffatmama8523 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Got a little bit muddy.

    • @Dis-Emboweled
      @Dis-Emboweled ปีที่แล้ว

      It sure did sound good circling the drain

  • @corb6106
    @corb6106 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Found a SVS SB-2000 Pro at my local Goodwill for $35. Perfect condition but was missing the power cord. Called SVS and they sent me the power cord for free! Excellent customer service! Love the sub...hits hard. Love your channel.

  • @josemartin2557
    @josemartin2557 2 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    You make everything about audio simple, clear and specific…
    Always helpful
    Man!!! You are good.
    Thank you

  • @lsim001
    @lsim001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I've always wondered when Sith Audio would come out with some lifestyle products. finally my prayers have been answered!!

    • @cheapaudioman
      @cheapaudioman  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      They’ve really diversified

    • @jaygee3032
      @jaygee3032 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cheapaudioman 1 quick question
      I have a audiophile sub cable but it only has one of the red white connections on the end that goes to the sub the other end has two both red and white
      But the other has 1
      And the sub itself has 2 so will plugging it into the red port work

  • @Mylittlepwny666
    @Mylittlepwny666 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow, thank you for this comprehensible explanation! As a HiFi beginner it is pretty hard to understand what other people are talking about when they are explaining something - but you helped me a LOT!

  • @shehandesilva7530
    @shehandesilva7530 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Just got a Polk PSW10, this is the only video on all of TH-cam that made any sense around the volume, crossover, and phase settings on the back of the sub. THANK YOU! Knew there was a reason I had subscribed to your channel many months ago!

  • @ringledinglebingle
    @ringledinglebingle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I did it a bit differently myself!
    I was building a system on a serious budget. I got some used Tannoy Proto-J bookshelf monitors, a Sony STR-DH190, and a Klipsch R12SW (subwoofer) from a firesale when they were discontinued.
    But the R12SW doesn't have speaker level inputs, and the Sony unit is only 2 channels - so what I did was I bought a line-out converter (Access AX-MLOC725) to create a set of RCA outs, piggybacking off the speaker wire, which I could then run to the sub.
    And it actually works really well. The line-out converter is intended for automotive use, and it even has a power wire, but the signal system is passive - the power wire is just for amp switching, but not required to pass signal.
    I also used a little insignia DAC to connect it to my TV - and the DAC is... Not great, but it gets the job done well enough, kind of. Ordered a Schiit Modi 3 the other day, hasn't come in yet, but it should be way better than the Insignia one.
    All in all I spent somewhere in the neighborhood of $650 to get a system that, IMO, punches way, way above its weight. And the line-out converter allowed me to use a miraculously inexpensive sub that otherwise wouldn't have worked.
    I'm quite proud of myself for that one

  • @bhsham
    @bhsham 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Very educative for a beginner like me. Thank you, Randy!

  • @roikhockenberger2790
    @roikhockenberger2790 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    The speaker inputs on the SVS are for left and right channel. From your amp you would run a separate set of speaker cables to the sub, and a set of cables to the speakers. This is a clarification from the SVS manual.

    • @xxxYYZxxx
      @xxxYYZxxx 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes! Even if the sub has high-level out, run 2 sets of wires. The high-level out is just a chunk of metal in the signal path to your main speakers, plus depending on the sub's location, using the high-level output could make wiring difficult to nearly impossible.

  • @r41866
    @r41866 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Haha, for me, a graduate from EE, your explanation is as clear as crystal. I know it is extremely confusing to some people such as my sister. Thanks.

  • @mpsmithobrien
    @mpsmithobrien ปีที่แล้ว

    Randy, thanks for well explained advice; my old paradigm PDR 10 sub just joined my new. Aiyima T9 ($85 from Walmart) to balance with either Neumi BS 5 or Klipsch R14 M currently in the A/B modes during breaking in. It’s coming together for a low budget retirement ! Keep the videos coming!!!

  • @0bzen22
    @0bzen22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It's a game changer, really, on a 2-way stereo setup, or any setup. Especially if you're into bass-heavy stuff, or have your stereo hooked up to your TV.

  • @lightfusegetaway
    @lightfusegetaway 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Literally anything. I just hooked a subwoofer up to my mashed potatoes. Man, that bass is smooth and buttery! (Also, kidding aside, great video Randy!)

  • @bosmaior114
    @bosmaior114 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Many thanks for this video!
    I thought you might be interested in the following, alternative approach to connecting a subwoofer to your sound system if your audio card or DAC has no 'subwoofer out' and/or you want more control over the audio signal that goes to the subwoofer but are not able to achieve this by other means (e.g. through software):
    - Split the left- and right-channel analog audio outputs of your audio card or DAC;
    - Use low-pass FMOD plugs to filter the higher audio frequencies from the duplicate left- and right audio outputs that you want to use with the subwoofer;
    - If the subwoofer does not have separate inputs for the left and right channels: merge the output of the two FMOD plugs using an audio Y-splitter cable;
    - Send the merged signal to the subwoofer.
    This is how I added a subwoofer to my PC audio system, with a crossover point that was appropriate to my other speakers.

  • @Dis-Emboweled
    @Dis-Emboweled ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Being an old-school car audio competition guy, this video makes me happy. So many things I had to learn by trial and error ( and maybe a melted spider or two ) that you simply explain. 😁

  • @cuzzinbri
    @cuzzinbri ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've enjoyed the PSW10 for several years! I worked it into a 2 channel stereo system with the speaker level inputs and it sounds awesome.

    • @ethansmith8442
      @ethansmith8442 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I got that subwoofer today! I have a external 2.1 amp with two subwoofer speaker wire outputs. What connection cables would I need?

  • @petet5401
    @petet5401 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the presentation! Very useful info and how to set up!
    Thanks Ramdy!

  • @patriciag6127
    @patriciag6127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just ordered the SVS SB 1000 pro. Hopefully will arrive this week sometime. Thank you so much for your easy to understand and extremely helpful videos, Randy! God bless.

    • @aaronbrown5252
      @aaronbrown5252 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How do you like your new sub?

    • @patriciag6127
      @patriciag6127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@aaronbrown5252 It is beautiful both aesthetically and in sound. I bought the SVS Soundpath isolation feet which were nice but I was able to achieve a slightly better sound by raising the sub up on an IsoAcoustic stand. Thanks for your question. Take care, friend.

    • @aaronbrown5252
      @aaronbrown5252 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@patriciag6127 I ordered the SVS PB 1000 Pro and it's supposed to arrive tomorrow. I hope that I'm as happy as you are!

    • @patriciag6127
      @patriciag6127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@aaronbrown5252 ooo! Congratulations. I'm confident you'll love it provided the rooms not too big and you compliment it with good main speakers.

  • @ccbox23
    @ccbox23 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @williamsmith9194
    @williamsmith9194 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good explanation. I understood. You even named some sub woofers to choose. This never gets old

  • @1Mind-Over
    @1Mind-Over ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ha ha! Listening how you explain placement of your subwoofer, doing the subwoofer 'crawl' was really a stupendous idea 💡. Man I was already doing that all along, then you coined the word for it. Such a great sensible suggestion. Thanks man 😀

  • @juliangomez5368
    @juliangomez5368 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Excellent tutorial! While I didn’t learn anything, I sure wish I had known about you when I first started out. You very clearly and succinctly lay out a lot of info that many audiophiles just “pick up” along the way through trial and error. I’d highly recommend this for anyone just starting out. On a side note, would be nice to see you do some side by side comparisons between budget pieces and more expensive pieces. Eg, how does that emotiva amp compare with a parasound that costs six times more? Well-done.

  • @gcahill51
    @gcahill51 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is a useful tip-based video. I've been trying to connect a B&W ASW608 sub to a Rega Brio that has not pre-out and, in fact, was doing it wrong, or at least the hard way. One suggestion: sketch out a diagram of these connections for visual learners, even if it's just on a beer-stained cocktail napkin. Keep up the good work.

  • @Spaniard47
    @Spaniard47 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Randy, there is yet another way of hooking up a sub! For subs without speaker level inputs, you can use what's called a line level converter to turn a high level input into low level RCAs. This is often used in vehicle audio systems but it works just as good for home use if your receiver has no RCA output and your sub has no speaker level inputs.

    • @cheapaudioman
      @cheapaudioman  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I’ve used those before in the car. Thanks for mentioning that

    • @benbryson6598
      @benbryson6598 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have this issue and it's surprising how few home LLC units are available because imo most vintage amps don't have a pre out and most subs don't have speaker level ins

  • @onepieceatatime
    @onepieceatatime 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hi Randy - BTW you **CAN** hook up a subwoofer to an amp's speaker terminals even if they sub doesn't have high-level inputs. You just need a small passive device known as a "speaker-level to line-level converter" - these are often used in car audio. They are reasonably priced (a.k.a. "cheap"!) and a nice option for people who don't have a sub out and also don't have speaker-level inputs on their subwoofer.

    • @mr.blackhawk142
      @mr.blackhawk142 ปีที่แล้ว

      It SNOT they sub, it's THY sub!!! 🤪

  • @AndxRev
    @AndxRev 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I am using 2 Yamaha NS-SW100BL subs with my AV receiver, it only has a LFE input and gain control, which is fine for me. Subjectively, I think this sub sounds fantastic compared to my previous sub which was the Polk you mentioned. I know Yamaha gets a lot of hate, but I dig this sub - especially for the price which was $130 on Accessories4less. It's punchy and blends nicely with my 5.2.2 setup (with 2 bass shakers). Curious what you think of Yamaha overall, I have the NS-F150 towers and I think they are pretty good.

  • @DethFromAbove1985
    @DethFromAbove1985 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Is there any advantage or disadvantage to using speaker level inputs vs LFE for music or movies? Got a vintage amp. Might get a node for the LFE out etc.

  • @mattbarton8480
    @mattbarton8480 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great vid again. Just thought I’d pass on the 4th way to connect to a sub if you don’t have a subwoofer line out on the amp and also don’t have high level inputs on the sub. Jumper the speakers either at the amp or the speakers and run them into a line level converter. You can then join the two rca’s from the line level converter into a single rca and plug that into the sub line in. (I do this with the Reisong A12 into a JBL stage A120p sub and it works a treat)

  • @adirectconflict
    @adirectconflict 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    FINALLY....you've provided the OPTIMAL way to connect the sub woofer = RCA connectors....AWESOME VIDEO!!!!! So many others suggest speaker wire connections.....WRONG!!! ...and the 325+ people who disliked this video should get their GED before posting anything online ever again.

  • @michaelskramii2245
    @michaelskramii2245 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the insightful and thorough tutorial. I really learned a lot. Thanks again!

  • @Scrufboy
    @Scrufboy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Something is off a bit here my brother. About 6:17 you talk about speaker level input. The third way.... You mention putting in the speaker lines(you tap across 4 binding posts on the amp output) into the sub. Where you also then tap, on the sub's 4 binding posts. But on the sub, you actually tap 2 posts up top and say - speakers input. Then you tap the lower 2 posts at 6:21and say... speaker outputs. The 4 binding posts on that SVS sub are all inputs. 1 pos, 1 neg for each - right and left.
    You need 8 binding posts or connections on a sub for high level input from amp to high level output for your speakers. I'm not sure if anyone else mentioned this to you. Figured I would chime in and help a bit.
    I mention this because I'm upgrading across the board. I have a Schiit HEL 2e running into the Aiyima a07 as a mini desktop solution. I have the KEF Q150's paired with an old Sony SA-W2500 sub. It has 8 connectors for this 3rd way. However, the sub is sloppy and slow. I also have the META's arriving either tomorrow or Wednesday to test out. I wanted to pick up this sub you have featured. It looks as though I cannot hook it up this third way with my current setup. I do need a sealed, moderately accurate, somewhat fast sub... This SVS seems to be right for my budget.
    With that... I need your help. Heck, I just need help period.
    I am considering ordering the Aiyima A3001 - www.aiyima.com/products/subwoofer-amplifier-aiyima-a3001?variant=29384225554507
    Would the 3.5mm output from the A07 to the RCA inputs on the A3001 via 3.5mm to RCA connect help me get connected to this sub, through this sub amp? Quick, Dirty & Cheap! Got any thoughts? Is this a credible 4th way? Wondering how to dial it all in if it's doable. Aiyima sells the lower powered sub amp paired with the A07. Thoughts?
    Side note: D320's came today... box was really damaged. Wharfedale is offering me a refund. Would have loved to test them out. Maybe put them into my kids gaming setup. Oh well. Thanks for your time and attention. Maybe a Subwoofer 3.0 video is in order.

  • @De132an
    @De132an 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nicely explained, easy to understand.

  • @Seedlinux
    @Seedlinux 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome, thank you for the easy explanation!

  • @bradstudio
    @bradstudio ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This cleared a lot of stuff up; thanks! I'm hooking my sub up to a TOS LINK cable using an Toslink/RCA converter from my TV.

  • @mikecampbell5856
    @mikecampbell5856 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use the speaker level inputs/outputs for two of my stereo systems and the audio in for my home theater. The subs take the low frequency loads off of the main speakers and they sound cleaner.

  • @Peter_Jenner
    @Peter_Jenner 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I totally agree with you Randy but most subs don't seem to have speaker level inputs. I am lucky enough to have the SVS PB 1000 Pro driven by a vintage Luxman amp. It's bloody nice.

  • @fogesf6169
    @fogesf6169 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm going to try that room crawl with my Polk sub. Very well done. Thanks

  • @kennethoransky4881
    @kennethoransky4881 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best explanation I've heard in years.

  • @grahamjones2759
    @grahamjones2759 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid. Randy. very informative. Thanks for posting.

  • @frankenstudio22
    @frankenstudio22 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent explanation! Thank you Randy.

  • @chrisstadler2344
    @chrisstadler2344 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid! I learned what I needed. Thanks for the info bro!

  • @earlismarks7108
    @earlismarks7108 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Right on Audioman!...much appreciated dude...

  • @So_called-v1j
    @So_called-v1j ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a mechanic creeper and gotta tell you your crawling subwoofer placement method is a lot of fun man. I also used my cordless microphone for even easier maneuvers 😁

    • @So_called-v1j
      @So_called-v1j ปีที่แล้ว

      In the end though i shoved the single RCA cable back in and then shoved that woofer back where it was, always short a wire or a connector or incompatibility isses.

  • @bradleyengen9473
    @bradleyengen9473 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like that you review audio that most people can afford you don't cater to just rich

  • @helpontheway
    @helpontheway 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    youre a god! you changed my perspective on boring titles. dont know why I clicked on your video but glad I did.
    The subs should pick up quick but if all fails, I totally see you in comedy films. You have the perfect fit for hollywood I feel.

  • @MrFireblade74
    @MrFireblade74 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks mate getting my svs pb 1000 pro and denon 550bt amp this weekend! My fronts and rears are only klipsch quintet.
    Found this tutorial very useful 👌

  • @jcepri
    @jcepri 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    WOW! This is so helpful! I just bought this same sub and I'm trying to hook it up. This video is a gift and it was even uploaded on my birthday! lol Seriously, it seems like 98% of YT creators do unboxings and reviews, but very few explain how to set it up and even fewer explain the reasoning behind it. This is extremely helpful to a beginner like me. I bought a new TV on Black Friday which has led to a cascade of additional purchases I had no intention of making, including a Denon receiver, 5 Polk speakers (front and rear + center) and this sub. The receiver has been a BEAST to understand. I'm sitting here last night with all these boxes everywhere and I'm watching TV on my laptop because I couldn't figure out why I had no sound. I've contacted Denon several times and finally gave up when I realized no one there seems to be able to help. Anyone, sorry for the tangent. I'm grabbing my coffee now and finish this video, right after I subscribe! :-)

  • @logen85
    @logen85 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I own the entire line of Sith Audio products and all have in different ways improved my HiFi considerably. One of my favourites which I don't think you have showcased and might want to review are the "STA family repellant cod liver oil skin lotion". It has three effects where it firstly softens your skin to such a degree that it actually turns your body into a functional bass trap. The second function is improved aerodynamics which let the sound waves pass by objects with much reduced resistance. You can smear it on all of your furniture and equipment as well as on yourself which will make your room sound bigger and will open up your soundstage, especially in the depth dimension. It also works a lot better if you listen naked. The third gain is the repellant function where the smell of the product will make nosy or needy family members less prone to interrupt your HiFi Worship Hour. It has really worked wonders for me and I don't think I can ever go back. My wife even lets me sleep in my listening room now.

    • @mr.blackhawk142
      @mr.blackhawk142 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's funny! You forgot to mention it's a SHARK attractant too!

  • @stefanseelmann3595
    @stefanseelmann3595 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I'm on the Sith design team and we're almost ready to apply for the patent of being able to use both sides of the paper. It comes with latex gloves😂

  • @ginom407
    @ginom407 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Video!! Thank you for your recommendations! 👍

  • @Lightworker444
    @Lightworker444 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review. I have two questions. 1, was just touched upon at the end. Phase.
    So I have a new receiver that has a sub out, but recently obtained an older Polk sub that has no l f e in. Have attached the cable to the sub out, and place the other end into either the left or right RCA in on the back of the sub. Seems to work, but my question is am I losing any frequencies? My second question is regarding the phase. This older polk has zero or 180. I switch it back and forth but don't know that I actually tell a difference. What is phase actually doing?

  • @totaleXess
    @totaleXess 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    We still have to deal with this complexity in 2024 😂

  • @sbbinahee
    @sbbinahee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff..now I think I'm doing mostly the right thing with my sub! Thanks

  • @rjzlwop3153
    @rjzlwop3153 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a fun nominal video thank you so much and it was just as good as your first one good job buddy

  • @PaulMrPKcom
    @PaulMrPKcom 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, congrats to the new lighting (and maybe a lens ?) Looks much better, :) Keep up the good work!

  • @VictorZubakin
    @VictorZubakin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info. Thanks man!

  • @sinatralala
    @sinatralala 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Randy, fantastic video as always! Question. Can the BOYUURANGE REISONG A10 be hooked up to a sub since there are only ports for CD and AUX? If it cannot, can an external switcher with extra RCA's be used to accommodate up the sub?

  • @edsokolowski2342
    @edsokolowski2342 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What would you recommend to use on an 80's passive subwoofer to connect to a Sony STR D590 receiver? If I simply parallel the sub speaker terminals with the receiver's main speaker terminals and turn up the volume, the protection in the receiver trips. Thanks!

  • @slifloks1827
    @slifloks1827 ปีที่แล้ว

    MAn I just discovered your chanel.... it is perfect, clear and complete. Thx a lot for this!

  • @webman1956
    @webman1956 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    By far the best subwolfer info out there. Thanks!

  • @ALGAER2
    @ALGAER2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a Martin Logan 800X subwoofer paired with Ascend Acoustic CBM 170 SE's hooked up to my vintage NAD 7100X receiver and the system is awesome.

  • @spoudaois4535
    @spoudaois4535 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was helpful. I was able to hook up a rel HT1003 between an Aiyma T8 and an Aiyma A07 using RCAs!

  • @joeydaugherty3795
    @joeydaugherty3795 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I found this video just wondering if I could hook a surround sound subwoofer up to my guitar amplifier. But I'm gonna have to watch this one or 5 more times to figure it out. Plus, you look like one of my childhood heroes, Mick Foley. Except you have all of your teeth and you are more clean cut. Great video, sir. Have a nice day!

  • @boldstrike
    @boldstrike ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The 3rd way to connect the sub left me a bit confused, because on that one, you have 4 terminals, unless it is R and L (IN) and R and L (out) you can't get connection out to a pair of speakers, you can only connet to one of the towers (left or right). So as I see it, to pass the signals to the subwoofer and then to the speakers you would need 8 connectors, 2+2 IN where the amp connects and 2+2 OUT to both towers.
    If those 4 you have are all IN , you need an amp with 2 channels A+B where A connects to the towers and B to the sub, on the amp you have to select A+B to run at the same time. A=speakers B=sub

  • @davehood1514
    @davehood1514 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, I think having 2 sub's running in Stereo is even better option 👍

  • @chrisamon5762
    @chrisamon5762 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great informative video! Thanks Randy! I know, finally, understand sub hookups!!!!

  • @ramonbmovies
    @ramonbmovies 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've got the Polk Audio RM10 5.1 speaker setup with the subwoofer. The sub isn't nearly as fancy as the one you showed here, and I'm sure not nearly as nice either. The sound is so-so, but I'm not doing any fancy crossover stuff. I still have to research if my receiver is even capable of that, and I've had it 4-5 years. Even so, it's an entry-lvl receiver with not much power. I'm currently looking into upgrading the receiver - also used but should be better with more power. But hey, w/ the low budget I have, the speakers will have to do. I'm upgrading the front speakers soon, but it's also the budget option.

  • @TheManlol12
    @TheManlol12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best video I’ve found on this! Thank you

  • @stopjay1
    @stopjay1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great channel. Thank you.

  • @dayfornight88
    @dayfornight88 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    just picked up yesterday a energy e:xl-s8 8 in subwoofer
    at Sally Ann thrift shop for 12cnd . enjoying it so far I need to get hooked up properly

  • @billd9667
    @billd9667 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    To set level, I find it’s best to turn it up until it sounds impressive and then down just until you can’t “hear” it. That’s usually the right level or still slightly high. I usually turn it one more notch down.
    I recently boosted the sub on my HT sub (I have a two subs for stereo and HT. Both are SVS) because someone was less than impressed by it. I turned it up two notches and Wow. I did this blind. After a bit, I found it too much. I turned it down one and then up and generally kept messing with it. I finally got it where it sounded just a little meatier than it did before. I got the flashlight and finally looked. It was exactly where it was when I started this debacle!
    Lesson learned.

  • @mack7882
    @mack7882 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So got Klipsch Rp 600m speakers, an Aiyima A07 amp with an Aiyima T8 preamp and a Bellari EQ570 equalizer - I want to get an SVS 1000 SB Pro: in your opinion 1. would I be able to theoretically seemlessly integrate this combination such that I have smooth full musical response without a booming base, 2. how would you recommend hooking them up as I can do it any of the three ways you mention, and 3. given the speakers I have where would you recommend initially setting the crossover?

  • @turtlet7201
    @turtlet7201 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good morning Randy. Could you rank the Elac unifi ub5.2 on scale 1-10, in terms of soundstage, and then also imaging capability.
    How do you think the higher priced Elac speaker compares to JBL stage a130, how much of an upgrade do you think it is?
    Thank you :) !

  • @mattyj3051
    @mattyj3051 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video!!
    How do you hook up a sub to your beloved Yamaha cr 800? I have a cr1020. I think it has a pre amp out. Would I use that?

  • @chesterp.1434
    @chesterp.1434 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a NAD D 3045 integrated amp and the Emotiva SE8 (thanks to your review). The NAD has bass management. Is it better to use the single LFE cable or a 1x2 rca cable from the sub out to the lines in on the sub?

    • @1leisure1
      @1leisure1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Single rca.

  • @oddball_the_blue
    @oddball_the_blue 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    0:50 - That reminds of me a toilet cistern I once came across.
    "This toilet is fitted with Dolby sound - Takes the slush out of flush, takes the hiss out of piss"

  • @deputy3690
    @deputy3690 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Randy! In your opinion which way do you recommend I hook up a sub for 2 channel with a vintage receiver ( Pioneer SX-880) ?
    I plan to use a vintage Pioneer graphic EQ with an Elac 1010 sub.

  • @lonesometrain2010
    @lonesometrain2010 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well explained with great humor!

  • @ralphmcmahan2139
    @ralphmcmahan2139 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the editing skills we all know and love
    SVS raised the prices of most everything, the SVS SB1000 Pro went up to $599

    • @cheapaudioman
      @cheapaudioman  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol. Yeah. Throw back editing

  • @babaoriley5751
    @babaoriley5751 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Randy very helpful thx just got a Martin logan dynamo 700 it has a SWT wireless option I plan to use. It has two rca ins from my Yamaha rx-a1040 home theater amp. I haven’t turned the amp around to see if it has two sub rca outs or one. The sub has its own amp, has both lfe and rca inputs. With the wireless looks like there is only two rca ins so lfe is out when using wireless. I’m running 2 channel stereo and have martin logan towers for my main front speakers. Super small room so I’ll move it around till I find a good spot to place it. Am I doing this ( hook up) correct or any recommendations? Please let me know. Thx Mike

  • @jerst6708
    @jerst6708 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have an old Sansui amp and 2 Sansui speakers,
    8 ohms each. I just got an optimus pro sw-14 passive sub, 8 oms, with in and out speaker jacks. My concern is ganging up on just the A or B side and changing the impedance too much for the amp, or will the amp compensate? I don't want to heat this amp up. The amp is rated for 4 - 8ohm spkrs., but separately on
    A + B

  • @cliffd7164
    @cliffd7164 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    For cable management purposes I am opting to use Speaker Line Input to add two Airmotiv SE12 Flex subs to complement some old Magnepan 10QR speakers. Each will be paired with a respective L or R speaker. My question: Assuming I can hook up with either of the methods discussed is either method better when it comes to sound quality?

  • @nathandarby1
    @nathandarby1 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was honestly one of your best videos, u crack me up 😂😂

  • @hristom
    @hristom 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the great explanation.
    What do you think about Presonus Eris Sub8? I'm looking to add a subwoofer to my stereo PC setup for Netflix and Spotify - I have Edifier R1850DB.

  • @timmullett3085
    @timmullett3085 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for that video! It answered t of questions 👍🏽

  • @Callbeast
    @Callbeast 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have these on the way from Amazon: AIYIMA D05 + SONY SSCS5 + POLK PSW10. The amp has a single sub out but the sub does not have an LFE and so I ordered a long Y RCA cable to be able to connect the two and have sub placement flexibility. Will the sub's volume adjust with the amp's remote same as the Sony's with this connection, or do I need to use the speaker level inputs connection in order to have that functionality: (16ga from amp to Polk speaker level inputs and then 16ga from Polk to Sony's)?

  • @itzjustkris7964
    @itzjustkris7964 ปีที่แล้ว

    ide like some help is there any way to get balanced audio on the speedwoofer 12s RSL?

  • @alonsotoledo4304
    @alonsotoledo4304 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Randy, great great video!!! Iwanted to know if SVS SB1000pro has the possibility , as the emotiva sub you showed, to set a high pass filter for the speakers connecting the sub first to my bluesound Node, then with the rca outputs into my Musical Fidelity M5Si amp. In my amp only have a preamp output an aux. Thank u a lot!!!

  • @Heavy69Metal
    @Heavy69Metal 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m looking at adding a subwoofer and not sure how to pick one since my amp is 2 channel 700 watts RMS per channel , I was wanting to know what power rating in a subwoofer to look for in a dual coil that will handle 700 watts rms and if I parallel it that’s 350 watts rms for each coil? My amp is 2ohm optimized so seeking a 4ohm dual coil subwoofer. Is that what I am needing to seek and do and it will give me the full 700 watts RMS to the subwoofer once is it paralleling it from 4ohm to 2ohm?

  • @turtlet7201
    @turtlet7201 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was wondering how to do speaker level input. I found the information clear, will test out speaker level.

  • @shazman15
    @shazman15 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Would appreciate some guidance. Thinking of purchasing the SVS SB1000 pro, I have a Yamaha NR303D amp, which means I will have to go with your suggested option 3, as there is no dedicated amp connection; the two speaker wires will be connected to the sw, but couldn’t clearly see where the sw speaker level output wires would go?. Additionally, applying this method would the sw volume be controlled directly through the main amp, or would I have to jump between the main amp and the sw (which may be a little painful to manage). Would appreciate your thoughts. Cheers!!

  • @mariotrujillo9480
    @mariotrujillo9480 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think this has been asked before but have you had a chance to listen to the RSL Speedwoofer 10s? If so, what are your thoughts? I believe that's a sub you can connect to anything too.

  • @aether-elephant
    @aether-elephant 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a huge bass head and cab for guitars, can I hook it up to my AV receiver on the sub pre-out?

  • @TheArtKartel
    @TheArtKartel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I want access to your cups. Haha awesome work.

  • @mauricioyoung6668
    @mauricioyoung6668 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What do you think of pairing an svs sb1000 with an svs prime wireless? My bookshelves are Martin Logan Motion 4i’s

  • @isaacokon1464
    @isaacokon1464 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Pls can I hook up an external subwoofer to my all in one LG bh9540tw home theatre, the sub that came with it is not having a good bass, and do I need active or passive sub??

  • @MrTimontime
    @MrTimontime 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    mY NEW emotiv se8 arrives today!You need to wear a genie hat!I have worried myself sick about the hookup.I know what to do now!One day ill be buying Special RANDY CABLES for them,hand signed of course

    • @koobs4549
      @koobs4549 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’ve always had good experiences with blue jeans cables, they are well made & reasonably priced. Their website looks like it’s been unaltered since 1998 but maybe that’s how they save people so much money😂

  • @BRAAM007007
    @BRAAM007007 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the video!
    I noticed that the sub in the video has a single speaker-level input and a single speaker-level output. Does it mean it would only get the bass from one of the channels?
    The Sony SACS9, however, has two of them, so would I connect both R and L channels to the speaker, and then both bookshelf speakers to the sub?
    Is there an advantage, in terms of signal quality to the sub, between connecting it in line over connecting it through a headphone output of my amp? (I am using a cheap Moukey Audio Amplifier 2 Channel)
    Thanks!

  • @loco_roco
    @loco_roco 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The sponsors are hyper awesome 😁 😆😄. Channel content is interesting, keep it up bro 👍