Sub Setup

stott281

I just purchased the RM6000 system. I have it set up and it sounds great, especially the sub, it is quite impressive for only an 8" with a 50 watt amp. The advice on not using the sub pre-out jack on my reciever was invaluable. I had it hooked up that way at first and it sounded OK, but then I switched and just used the speaker line-level inputs and it blew me away, what a difference. Anyway, my question is about the phase switch on the back of the sub. What does this actually do, and should I be able to tell a difference when I switch it from 0 to 180? Is placement a factor as to what it should be switched to? Any help would be appreciated, it sounds awesome now, but you know how it goes, we guys always have to tinker with stuff. Thanks in advance!

gidrah

Some people say the 180 (out of phase) gives deeper bass. I think this depends on placement. 180 compensates for less than optimal placement.
The difference between the sub-out and speaker-in/out that you noticed is probably due to the whole; pre-packaged, designed to go with, sort of thing. When using the sub-out you're going with the crossover of the receiver, and against the melding of the sub/sat system. Let me guess, you're getting a dip in the 140-70Hz range.
I was going to say that if you're happy with your sound, don't worry about it. WAS is the key word. Move it around (switching the switch every time), cable it different, sideways, etc. After all this is the fun of the hobby. Just be sure to draw a chalk outline of your current set-up.
Welcome to the Forum.

stott281

Thanks, I'll give it a shot!