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Subwoofer specifications explained

Subwoofer specifications explained

Subwoofer specifications may be difficult to understand. In addition, manufacturers don't necessarily follow the same standards. That means this guide may not help you compare between subwoofers, but it will at least help you understand what any given spec sheet can and can't tell you.

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Do you need a subwoofer for music reproduction?

Do you need a subwoofer for music reproduction?

Getting a subwoofer properly integrated in a high quality music system requires a bit of work. And is it even worth it? Is it that much low frequency content in music? Many movies have a lot of low frequency content, some even below 20hz. But what about music?

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Audyssey room calibration: Common mistakes

Audyssey room calibration: Common mistakes

In this guide we go through the basics of running Audyssey room calibration and making sure it is configured for the best possible sound. This is a topic with lots of nuance and edge cases, but if you don't want to spend hours and hours on figuring it all out, this guide should get you off to a good start!

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Stereo amplifiers / preamplifiers with proper support for subwoofers

Stereo amplifiers / preamplifiers with proper support for subwoofers

To help our customers and others find amplifiers that will properly support a subwoofer in a 2-channel setup, we have decided to curate a simple list of amplifiers and/or brands that support this.

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How do we get big sound from "small" subwoofers?

How do we get big sound from "small" subwoofers?

It's understandable that some write off our Inkognito subwoofer range as "design speakers", assuming you have to pay a premium for the looks and size rather than sound. Nothing could be further from the truth. 

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How to set up your subwoofer (properly)

How to set up your subwoofer (properly)

A good subwoofer can improve not just the bass, but the entire experience of music listening. Unfortunately, lots of people who buy subwoofers are left unsatisfied. Not because there's anything wrong with the subwoofer they bought, but simply because they didn't have the time or knowledge to set it up properly. This article aims to help you dial in the sound of your system by making sure the basic settings of both your subwoofer and receiver is configured correctly. 

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