Connecting 3 subs

JCA
JCA Posts: 16
edited July 2010 in Subwoofer Hookup & Bass Management
Hi

Currently I have two subs connected to my HT setting (through a Y connector), I am planning to buy a third sub, to replace those two ones (both 8 inches), this one, the PSW 505 is 12 inches and 300watts of power.

But in the process I thought if it was possible to connect the three of them so that I can still keep the other two older subs as part of the set up.

I am not to sure about of this since I do not want to cause any electrical damage to the system or to affect in any way the quality of the sound, but I am not to sure what factors to consider when making this type of upgrade, specially with the power handling of the receiver and the proper way to connecting the subs.

If it is not feasible, I will keep my original idea of using just one big sub, but I want to explore all the options available.

Thanks for any help,

JC
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  • JCA
    JCA Posts: 16
    edited July 2010
    Yes, the two subs sub I already have are powered.

    What I meant was that if having three subs connected to the same receiver could in any way overpower it, or in any way to cause an electrical surge in electrical power or in the subs.

    Thanks,

    JC
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 7,658
    edited July 2010
    Hello JC,
    If you are referring to the AC power connection between your receiver and three sub-woofers; then it is not a good idea to use the receiver's AC outlets for them. It would be better to use a good quality AC power strip for the subs, maybe get one with surge protection and line conditioning.
    If you are referring to the line level audio signal that goes from the receiver to the three sub-woofers, then probably not a problem. It's hard to give a definite answer without knowing some facts about the three sub-woofers and the receiver. Most likely there will be enough signal generated by the receiver to drive the three subs to full output.
    In any event there's no risk to either the receiver or the subs, use a couple additional "Y" connectors and try it.
    On an audiophile note, I've always tried to stress quality over quantity. In my opinion I would rather listen to one very good sub-woofer than multiple lesser quality. But, you should decide for yourself and let us know what you find.
    Enjoy, Ken
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