Originally Posted By craigsub
A subwoofer that is linear from 32 Hz up to and passed the crossover point, and that can do so at high levels, will give one amazing music performance, as well as cinema.

Too many subs were going after the 20 Hz output level and forgetting linearity.

What you are experiencing a speaker with three built in "subwoofer" drivers that are tuned to about 38 Hz and linear to 34 Hz. The lowest frequency of a 4 string bass guitar is 40 Hz, while even the largest kick drums are usually at 40 Hz or above.

You are also getting this linearity out to the 200 Hz crossover, which means the harmonics of the fundamental frequency are presented flawlessly in your system.

This adds up to what you consider to be the "best subwoofer."

Properly set up, the EP-500 can add a lot to your actives, but it will take work.


I did a lot of listening. I swear the subs are doing nothing. If anything, they're making things worse. Keep in mind I don't listen to bassotronic - just normal music. But like you say, maybe I need to do a lot more work.

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