Learnings, Insights and Tips on Speakers, Subs and DJing
Subwoofer setup and troubleshooting guides covering room size, placement, wattage, stereo integration, mixed subwoofer setups, and common repair symptoms. Use this section when you want cleaner low-end, better bass placement, or a more balanced speaker system.
A DJ subwoofer crossover setting is not something you need to obsess over. It is simply the hand-off point between your main speakers and the sub. Start around 80 Hz, listen, then adjust in small steps. The goal is a system that sounds full and controlled, not one that makes every kick drum feel like … Read more
No matter your current setup, most of the solutions you’ll find online on adding a subwoofer to a 2-channel stereo system are from home theater forums and are not straightforward. I’ve read most of Barry Ober‘s work and used his techniques to integrate many of my clients’ subwoofers into a 2-channel system. He’s the guy who … Read more
Is mixing different subwoofers a good idea is an age-old debate for which there’s no definitive answer. Maybe you already have two different-sized subs and don’t want to spend extra money, or maybe you’re quite satisfied with the mid-range bass and would just like to get some deep, low-frequency bass. There are plenty of reasons … Read more
Even the highest-quality subwoofers are not immune to breakdowns. A variety of reasons can cause this. Whether in your living room, home theater, or vehicle, sometimes the subwoofer will suddenly stop producing sound. If it becomes clear during the diagnostics that this is caused by some kind of internal damage to the subwoofer, it’s unnecessary … Read more
Wattage (power) and driver size are most important when we’re talking about subwoofers. We’ll get to driver size in the next article. For now, let’s talk watts. Once you have acquired some knowledge of the subject, you know that this figure does not mean much, at least not if it applies to an ordinary subwoofer, … Read more
I recently got a master’s degree in acoustical design, and now one of the main questions I get from my friends who are into listening to music and/or have a home theater is, “What’s better, one large or two small subwoofers?”. They also asked me if should they upgrade from single to dual subs and … Read more
If you just bought 2.1 PC speakers with a subwoofer, you might be wondering where to put a sub near the PC. On the desk, under the desk, in the corner, or next to the desk with the driver facing the desk? The floor near your feet? A floor away from your feet? Also, will … Read more
Disclosure: Some product links in this guide may be affiliate links. If you buy through them, Starting to DJ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend gear that makes sense for the topic, not just whatever pays the most. There is a difference between trying to pressurize a … Read more