Polk SurroundBar & Sub Connection

GeorgeM

I have a relatively inexpensive sub (Yamaha 215) that I need to connect to a system using the SurroundBar. Questions:

1. The S-Bar is now connected to the 5 speaker inputs on the recv'r (Yamaha 5650) and my intention is to connect the sub via the sub-out on the recv.r. Is this O.K. and if so, should I use a sub cable that has the two-leads that connect to the sub itself (I don't know the advantage of using this) or will the one-lead work O.K.

or

2. Should I connect the S-Bar directly to the sub's speaker inputs as shown as a setup option in the S-Bar instructions and continue from there...

My preference is paragraph 1. but I'm certainly open to any guidance anyone has to offer.

Would appreciate any comments.

-G

amulford

For ease of use, I'd go with #1. I have mine this way and it works out rather well.

As far as the 2 leads, check to see if one of them is a pass thru, or sub out

dorokusai

A single RCA connection is fine for the subwoofer.

I would go with method #1 as it's simple and will work just as well. The advantage to the speaker level wiring method is sometimes a better blend between the subwoofer and your front L&R mains....which in this case make zero difference since it's not a traditional speaker.

GeorgeM

Thanks for those responses; appreciate the info.

-G