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2.what subwoofer ?
#393592 05/31/13 03:27 PM
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I decided to remodel my stereo system and I made the decision to integrate a sub into my setup. For loudspeakers, I go undoubtedly with M22. As for the sub, I hesitate between the EP350 (That I have already possessed), the EP400 or even the EP500. My question is very simple, who would be the best candidate for the music only. I live in a condo with air opened but the lounge strictly speaking made 18x22.

Let's discuss subwoofer, and I know new line of subwoofer amplifier is coming right ?


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Philippe #393594 05/31/13 04:17 PM
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I've had one EP400 playing with a couple of M2s on stands used only as a music system with a measly 35W/Ch Tube Amp since last summer. The 400 is simply stunning for music & with 500 Watts it generates lots of horsepower in a small package - even in a fairly large room.

Even though sound-wise I didn't really need another one, I enjoy it so much that I've ordered a second one from the Factory Outlet Store (patiently waiting) so that each M2 has its own sub.

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Philippe #393597 05/31/13 05:42 PM
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Phillipe, I'm going to disagree with TAM on this one, with the caveat of admitting that I haven't heard any of the subs in question.

While the EP400 has it's uses (and I want to own one someday), I would be looking at the EP500 for a room that size.... especially considering that the prices are almost identical.


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Philippe #393598 05/31/13 06:40 PM
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I could be wrong, but I though that the EP400 was designed primarily for smaller rooms, where 2 or more of them would be needed for larger rooms.

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Philippe #393599 05/31/13 07:21 PM
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You're not wrong. Axiom notes: "A truly specialty subwoofer, designed to meet the needs of connoisseurs of profoundly deep bass extension who are looking for the perfect solution for ultra-low bass in smaller rooms. " (Bold Italics are mine)


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Philippe #393601 05/31/13 09:29 PM
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You guys always want to spend as much of everyone else's money as possible.

For a MUSIC-ONLY system, I think a relevant question might be "what kind of music?" If the answer doesn't involve much content below 25-30Hz, then the EP350 could be more than sufficient. If you're willing to spend the extra money and the size of the enclosure doesn't matter, I would definitely get the EP500 rather than the EP400.


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Philippe #393602 05/31/13 11:39 PM
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Phillipe:

I went through this process last year as can be seen in my thread:

http://www.axiomaudio.com/boards/ubbthre...ewal#Post380021

My room is open style, measuring 3900 cu ft with hardwood floors that is larger than yours if you have 8' ceilings (3200 cu ft). The prevailing wisdom here was that the M2s & EP400 would not be adequate for a room of that size. Well that has proven not to be the case so don't underestimate the performance of this little sub. My system is unquestionably up to the task for 'music only', but I would agree not for 'HT' unless there are 2 or more 400s.

I listen to Electric Blues, Fusion Jazz, Latin Jazz, Big Band, some Classical (including pipe organ) & to a lessening degree, Rock. With my EP400 set at about the 1/2 Vol Level, I've measured about 85 - 90 Db in my near-field listening area that is about 8' from my sub. Never does my system seem strained at those levels. In fact the EP400 easily thumps my couch with authority; however, if you often listen at Disco/Party type levels at the far end of the room, then more likely a 12 inch unit or 2 would be the way to go.

Just one happy user's opinion, FWIW...

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Philippe #393603 06/01/13 12:54 AM
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Maybe the new subs will reach lower and have a bigger amp.
In theory I should be at least half right.
The 400 has be taunting me but...



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Philippe #393605 06/01/13 01:08 AM
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Well for me with music at moderate levels, 500 Watts & extraordinary, clean extension down to ~20Hz in a small box is just perfect.

Still waiting for EP400 #2 to ship...

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Originally Posted By: tomtuttle
You guys always want to spend as much of everyone else's money as possible.

For a MUSIC-ONLY system, I think a relevant question might be "what kind of music?" If the answer doesn't involve much content below 25-30Hz, then the EP350 could be more than sufficient. If you're willing to spend the extra money and the size of the enclosure doesn't matter, I would definitely get the EP500 rather than the EP400.

I can't tell the difference between My M80s alone and the M80s with my EP350 for most music. The sub certainly helps for the pipe organ.


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