Feb 7

So you want to add a subwoofer to your monitor setup? Studio subwoofers can be tricky things that require a little bit of audio soul searching, auditioning, and planning to pull off well. But, a well integrated sub can make a world of difference in the right circumstances.

I, for example, just added a Mackie HRS-120 sub to my HR824 speakers and am quite happy with it after some tweaking.

Since pro audio subs tend to be expensive and add complexity, there are a lot of important questions that one should ask one’s self before investing in a quality sub.

  • Why do I want to add a subwoofer?
  • What kind of music do I tend to work on?
  • Do I even like the sound of subwoofers? Is my room suited for subwoofers?
  • What are the options that make sense for my existing speakers?

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