UPDATE: Moved a few things around, tucked the subs into some plant stands, really highlights the benefits tiny subs. I think I’m settled on their placement, but I wonder if they’re maybe too close to the speakers, any thoughts?
I also added some DIY 10 gauge solid core copper cables, I really underestimated how difficult it would be to work with, it’s a little more workable than a coat hanger. My initial impression was that the highs were a slightly diminished compared to 12 gauge stranded copper speaker wire, but it’s probably all in my head.
Cheers!
This is the system I’ve built over the years. I wanted a little more bass out the B&Ws, and rather than upgrade to larger speakers I opted for subwoofers to achieve better bass through multiple sources. I’m still experimenting with sub placement, wife absolutely hates the placement shown in the photo but how could I resist the granite, although the room is on a slab foundation so that’s not critical.
Next upgrades will be a rack, speaker cables, and maybe some spikes for the speakers.
I really appreciate your input. Yeah, I was just playing around, and you’re right, that was not enough spacing to offset create equal bass response around the room. I’m down to two subs, the third has some internal vibration that I need to sort out. Maybe that third one can go on the kitchen counter to pressurize the open concept kitchen, hah!
As I understand it, the purpose of multiple subs is two-fold. One it increases overall sound pressure by adding more speakers. 2nd, and probably more important; spreading the subs across the room in different positions helps offset nulls and peaks, creating better average room response. The picture with the three subs in front of the fireplace is definitely not working to your advantage. It i is good that you've separated them.
