Hello. Do I need a sepatate sub amp to power this speaker?
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Not really. I find the balance is fine if you just hook it up in parallel with the other L and R channel speakers. I don't think it is meant for the "subwoofer preamp" outlet in the back of a A/V stereo receiver.
2090091
Yes, you do. The wiring is from the source (amp) to the Atrium Sub10 to two sat speakers (L and R), that generally supplies the higher ranges (but could also provide bass as well).
2090092
This is not a powered subwoofer, as is the norm for most indoor systems. It's a passive subwoofer, so a LF-out from a traditional amp will not work. It works best with a two-channel amplified (not line-level) output from an amplifier. I use a Russound SDB 4.1 speaker selector with my stereo amplifier to control overall volume and balance two pairs of satellites plus the sub on my patio. The Russound unit costs as much as a separate two channel amp, but has the aforementioned advantages--plus it controls the volume level of my main pair of speakers in my living room.
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No, the instructions have you wire it up in parallel with your main speakers. One thing to consider is that it cuts the Ohm load in half and will present a 4 ohm load to your amp. This isn't a problem with most well-made equipment. In my opinion, wiring it in this way is not a true sub as it does not cut out higher frequency.. I would like to redo the configuration next summer and add its own sub amp with some sort of cross-over to make it a true sub. As-is, its a nice addition to my outdoor speaker setup but don't expect it to act like a typical sub that you might have in your home theater. No, the instructions have you wire it up in parallel with your main speakers. One thing to consider is that it cuts the Ohm load in half and will present a 4 ohm load to your amp. This isn't a problem with most well-made equipment. In my opinion, wiring it in this way is not a true sub as it does not cut out higher frequency.. I would like to redo the configuration next summer and add its own sub amp with some sort of cross-over to make it a true sub. As-is, its a nice addition to my outdoor speaker setup but don't expect it to act like a typical sub that you might have in your home theater.
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Yes. The sub has two voice coils, and as such, needs a stereo amp. The sub has four wires - two for +/- left and two for +/- left from the amp. The amp needs a gain control, so you can balance the sub with the main speakers. By the way, it works great. I had to add a line level low pass crossover between the sub amp and the amp/receiver driving mains. The built in amp let through to much high freq stuff for my taste.
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You don't have to, but it might be recommended if want a little more out of the sub than your standard receiver will put out to it. I have a 100w per channel cheap Sherwood to the sub. If I turn up the volume more than half, I can tell the sub is hitting but lower vol and its hard to tell. Hope that helps.
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No...I just hooked it up to the B speaker inputs directly to the receiver. Seems to be the most simple route and sounds great. Fills out the sound nicely in my backyard.
1293746
doubtful that you'll need an amp unless your receiver is literally a POS. I would suggest you buy a higher grade speaker wire (I have 16 gauge on mine) and that you bi-wire them as well.
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the output is that of a tuner so if your speakers have a built in amp you should be ok, if not your out of luck or you will have to have a seperate amp
22781
yes, you will need a receiver or an amp to power the two speakers. the sub has an amp built in.
1202531
I need to clarify something on my last answer... There are no built in subs in these speakers. They have dual 6.5 inch ported woofers. The low end sound they produce are more than adequate for my needs. If you choose to add a separate sub to your system, I feel you won't need much as this model of speaker carries the low end quite well
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No you do not need a sub amp. Run the L/R speaker wires from the speaker output from your receiver to the Omni and then connect your speakers to the OMNI. The wires are labeled for proper connection. Hope that helps!
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Because its a mono amp, I believe only one speaker. Which is why it's suitable for a sub. I'm going to have to say no.
1022778
You need a receiver. The subwoofer is passive so it does not require an amp. I returned mine however as the sound was poor
219968
IT doesn't power speakers if that's what your asking.To use this you would definitely need to get a power amplifier for your speakers.
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I would run a separate power wire from the battery to the amp. Make sure that it is fused so that it is protected. The power to the sub is separate from RCAs. RCA brings sound to the amp...not power.
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This is an all-in-1 setup. The amp is wired and set up to work with these speakers (or similar speakers in the same Ohms range). It's not built to pump out the low frequencies of a sub, nor does it have the power for it. You could use a spliter to run RCA cables to both this amp and a separate amp for a sub to "add" one to it. Or you could bridge and rewire and run one with very little power with this one, but you will eventually fry it.
208015
Yes you will need a separate amp. No these do not connect directly to a computer.
1113241
You can get a cheap powered sub and just split the speaker signal to go straight to the sub. So, don't think you'd need anything extra except for some more speaker wire.
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No an amp isn't necessary. But without one you won't be as satisfied. I really like these speakers but after i have them the power they craved I feel in love. Plus they look amazing!
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Sorry, I used an amp to run my subwoofer, I have a pioneer 1200watt subwoofer, so i didnt want to use only the pioneer deck. i know this does not help you, but i use the deck alone to power my door speakers and they work great.
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If I understand the question correctly you will want to split the input to this amp. Have one part go to your sub and have the other go to this amplifier which will power your bookshelf speakers.
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The sub out is only preamp out. You will need a powered sub. I recommend about a 250 watt, 12" sub. My sub is a Polkaudio 12" and it blows the walls down. I think I paid about $299 for it.