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Old 12-15-00 | 12:44 PM
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First question: I'm going to be hooking a second subwoofer tomorrow but I'm sure exactly how to go about it. Subs have those funky connectors with the T connector. Do I just connect the second sub to the part of the T that would normally patch into the singe subwoofer?
Second question: Once I get the second sub hooked up how should I configure it? Do I try to match the frequency range of the first sub or should I set it differently to get a wider spectrum?

Any help would be much appreciated!

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Old 12-15-00 | 04:18 PM
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First off, what type of receiver do you have? Some receivers have two subwoofer outs that are perfect for your setup. Setting up a 2nd sub to one output could get kinda hairy with all the splits you would need to make, not to mention the additional load you're placing on that one amp. As to matching the settings of the first - it's a personal choice, I personally would match my subs to increase the effect.

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Old 12-15-00 | 04:25 PM
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quote:<HR>Originally posted by DTS-Man:
Setting up a 2nd sub to one output could get kinda hairy with all the splits you would need to make, not to mention the additional load you're placing on that one amp.
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I just assumed he would be using a powered sub so there would be no strain on the amp. You would only need one splitter at the sub out on the reciever. Run an RCA cable from the reciever to each of the subs and you'done.

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If your receiver only has one sub out,all you need to get is a "Y" adaptor and you are good to go.Just Y off your sub out on the receiver and run each cable off each sub to the Y adaptor.As far as setup,I would HIGHLY recommend an SPL Meter from Radioshack and the Avia Guide To Hometheater or Video Essentials.The test tones in most ALL receivers are off.Good luck
Old 12-15-00 | 05:50 PM
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Thanks for the information.

Both subs are powered so overloading the amp isn't an issue. And yes, my receiver only has one sub out.

I hooked up the second sub using the Y connector and everything works fine.

Thanks again,
Gonnosuke

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