Subwoofer for record player - yes or no?
Sup guys, So I've fallen down the vinyl rabbit hole and now I'm obsessing over my setup. Got a decent turntable, amp, and some bookshelf speakers. It sounds pretty good, but I keep wondering if I'm missing out on some low end. Been thinking about adding a sub, but I'm clueless. Is this even a thing for turntables? I spin mostly rock and some electronic stuff. Room's decent size, like 15x20 ft maybe? Budget's around 500 bucks. What do you all think? Am I crazy for wanting a sub with vinyl?
First! ...sorry, couldn't resist. But for real, adding a sub to vinyl can be awesome if done right. Just gotta be careful not to overdo it. What kind of music you spinning most?
Adding a subwoofer for vinyl can really enhance your listening experience. I use the SVS SB-1000 Pro with my turntable, and it's been amazing for rock and electronic music. Just make sure to balance it well with your main speakers.
If you're looking for a solid subwoofer for turntable that won't empty your wallet, take a look at the klipsch r-120sw. It's got a good balance of punch and precision that works well with vinyl. I added one to my record player setup last year, and it's really filled out the low end on my rock and jazz records without overpowering the mids and highs.
Don't forget to factor in cables and maybe a power conditioner. This hobby's a slippery slope, man.