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jamesroy

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I have an inexpensive Klipsch sub Reference R-10SW and a Parasound P5 Halo Preamp. The preamp has rca's for there crossover and also an independent volume dial for the sub. I also can turn off the crossover on the preamp. I realize this question is relative to my other equipment and room size, I will say I have a terrible room with a vaulted ceiling. I use the sub only for 2ch stereo No surround sound. What would be the best way to start in settings.

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Set the crossover point on the subwoofer to its max.  Set the crossover on your Parasound 10 Hz above the advertized low cutoff of your main speakers.  Then, set the sub level with a sound meter (maybe add 3 dB to that).  Finally, play with the crossover point, up or down, until you have a smooth transition of bass notes from sub to mains. 

 

The smoothest bass response throughout the room should come from placing the sub near the middle of a wall, against the wall (higher output comes in a corner but you will get more peaks and nulls in the room).

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