With a center channel stand coming, I need to decide on one of two possible locations for the sub I have been using as a center channel stand. I will likely just move it over to the right between the center channel and the front right main. The other option is to place it next to the couch. The other subwoofer will stay in the corner next to the couch in any scenario. The subs do work nicely as an end table and I wouldn't mind lifting them up a little. Currently I use 4 ea. Herbie's Fat Dots under each sub.
My questions are;
I am strongly inclined to keep the sub in the front, but curious on others thoughts on if the sub would balance better with the one in the corner by the couch with the other sub on the front right wall or at the opposite end of the couch, one sub on each end? I know I should just test them but access through the crawl space is a pain.
Would something like the Iso Accoustics Aperta Sub XL offer any benefit other than me wanting the subs to be taller for end table use? Since I am not using the spikes and floor pucks that came with my Diablo Stands I could use those if I can find the right insert to install on the bottom of my subs. They are about 70 pounds each, DIY ScanSpeak Revelator 32W 4878T's in 1.5 cubic foot sealed enclosures'. There is plenty of material to install the spike screw inserts.
I am making some changes to my Family Room and considering these options for subwoofer placement. 2-channel is my priority and I've been using a subwoofer as a center channel stand and it has been fine. I've just replaced 3 ea. Dynaudio Contour 20's with 3 ea. Focal Diablo Utopia Colour EVO's. The FL/FR Diablo's used as mains are on Diablo Stands. I've just ordered a Focal Viva Utopia stand I plan on modifying to use as a center channel stand for the 3rd Diablo I use as a Center Channel. It is the perfect height with similar if not identical cosmetics. Focal mentions I may have to drill new holes since the Viva and Diablo stand mount screw holes are slightly different.
I use StackAudio Auva 70 feet on all three stands. Not so much to change the sound or performance of the diablos but because I move them out into the room for critical listening for small groups and up against the wall to get them out of the way when hosting a larger group. The felt on the bottom of the feet make moving them easy, adds width and stability, and put the FL/FR tweeters at the right height. I don't have the Viva stand yet but hope I can adjust the Auva 70 feet to tilt the CC up just a bit.
This is a multi-purpose room my wife takes pride in managing the decor in. It is every bit as much her hobby as audio is mine. Room treatment is not an option. I need to rely on Anthem Room Correction via my STR preamp and Audyssey when using Home Theater Bypass and the Denon AVR. The room has 10 foot ceilings, lots of windows but with heavy wood slated shades, open to an eating nook and kitchen and via hallways and a door size opening, the rest of the house.
Thank you
Family Room – 2.2 system: Anthem STR Preamp, Bryston 6BSST, 2 ea. Focal Diablo Utopia Colour EVO, 2 ea. Scan-Speak 32W/4878T Revelator 13" Subwoofer’s, QSC PLD4.2, VPI Prime Signature 21 turntable, Ortofon MC Cadenza Bronze Cartridge, Cambridge CXC CD Transport, network and an Apple Camera Connecter, connected via the USB input, to play ALAC files using the STR DAC.
5.2 system-STR HT Bypass: Denon AVR-X6500H, LG 77 CX, 3rd Focal Diablo Utopia Colour EVO for CC, 2 ea. Infinity Cascade Model Nine surrounds, Apple 4K TV, Panasonic DP-UB820, XG1v4.
My questions are;
I am strongly inclined to keep the sub in the front, but curious on others thoughts on if the sub would balance better with the one in the corner by the couch with the other sub on the front right wall or at the opposite end of the couch, one sub on each end? I know I should just test them but access through the crawl space is a pain.
Would something like the Iso Accoustics Aperta Sub XL offer any benefit other than me wanting the subs to be taller for end table use? Since I am not using the spikes and floor pucks that came with my Diablo Stands I could use those if I can find the right insert to install on the bottom of my subs. They are about 70 pounds each, DIY ScanSpeak Revelator 32W 4878T's in 1.5 cubic foot sealed enclosures'. There is plenty of material to install the spike screw inserts.
I am making some changes to my Family Room and considering these options for subwoofer placement. 2-channel is my priority and I've been using a subwoofer as a center channel stand and it has been fine. I've just replaced 3 ea. Dynaudio Contour 20's with 3 ea. Focal Diablo Utopia Colour EVO's. The FL/FR Diablo's used as mains are on Diablo Stands. I've just ordered a Focal Viva Utopia stand I plan on modifying to use as a center channel stand for the 3rd Diablo I use as a Center Channel. It is the perfect height with similar if not identical cosmetics. Focal mentions I may have to drill new holes since the Viva and Diablo stand mount screw holes are slightly different.
I use StackAudio Auva 70 feet on all three stands. Not so much to change the sound or performance of the diablos but because I move them out into the room for critical listening for small groups and up against the wall to get them out of the way when hosting a larger group. The felt on the bottom of the feet make moving them easy, adds width and stability, and put the FL/FR tweeters at the right height. I don't have the Viva stand yet but hope I can adjust the Auva 70 feet to tilt the CC up just a bit.
This is a multi-purpose room my wife takes pride in managing the decor in. It is every bit as much her hobby as audio is mine. Room treatment is not an option. I need to rely on Anthem Room Correction via my STR preamp and Audyssey when using Home Theater Bypass and the Denon AVR. The room has 10 foot ceilings, lots of windows but with heavy wood slated shades, open to an eating nook and kitchen and via hallways and a door size opening, the rest of the house.
Thank you
Family Room – 2.2 system: Anthem STR Preamp, Bryston 6BSST, 2 ea. Focal Diablo Utopia Colour EVO, 2 ea. Scan-Speak 32W/4878T Revelator 13" Subwoofer’s, QSC PLD4.2, VPI Prime Signature 21 turntable, Ortofon MC Cadenza Bronze Cartridge, Cambridge CXC CD Transport, network and an Apple Camera Connecter, connected via the USB input, to play ALAC files using the STR DAC.
5.2 system-STR HT Bypass: Denon AVR-X6500H, LG 77 CX, 3rd Focal Diablo Utopia Colour EVO for CC, 2 ea. Infinity Cascade Model Nine surrounds, Apple 4K TV, Panasonic DP-UB820, XG1v4.
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