Connecting Subwoofer to Multizone system

[gasbie]

Hello,
I am in the process of buying a NUVO grand concerto system for 7 zones. I would like to know if it is possible to connect inwall subwoofer (like this: http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2) to each zone. So that means each zone will have its own passive zone. If so, how do I make this happen. I have attached a pic, is my connection correct?

 

[drozwood90]

can you repost the link?

 

[Neurorad]

This thread may help

Since it's a recent thread, you could probably chime in therre for some help from jautor.

And no, that diagram is probably not correct - but please repost the Monoprice link.

 

[gasbie]

This thread may help

Since it's a recent thread, you could probably chime in therre for some help from jautor.

And no, that diagram is probably not correct - but please repost the Monoprice link.

here is the link:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product....=1&format=2

 

[gasbie]

any help please. am about to seal the ceiling.

 

[Lagerhead]

I have attached a pic, is my connection correct?

Inferring from the "Knowledge Base" at the Monoprice link, you will need two subwoofers in a two-channel (stereo) application. It describes (in the last of the several connection methods mentioned) a simple series connection -- having the amplifier, the "front" speaker and the subwoofer connected around, in a circle. This applies to each channel.

Caution: This is my reading of the Monoprice advice; I do not actually have this installed.

 

[Neurorad]

It seems that way to me, too - you would need 2 subs, if you want to go the Monoprice route.

I'd look at some other, powered subwoofer options, that allow you to run a pair of speakers from the sub.

Or use an external amp, or use an unused amp on the Nuvo, with the passive sub from Monoprice.

Let us know what you find out - I'd like to add a sub to 1 or 2 of my Nuvo zones.

 

[pete_c]

I'm curious about the difference in sound with an "inwall" mounted subwoofer versus a stand alone. When I get loud in the MB/Master bathroom the inwall speakers sometimes knock things off walls and tables. That doesn't happen in the family room when I decide to get loud. (morning wake up music).

Today in my family room I have a stand alone wired into the base infrastructure for 7.1 sound (did the external speakers for everything except one pair mounted in the ceiling).

In FL wired / setup external for front three speakers and internally mounted ceiling for rear. Subwoofer is not in place but put cables in for use of an internal the wall subwoofer or external.

 

[jautor]

I'd be concerned with using a passive sub with any of the low-powered WHA systems. 20-40W/channel may not be enough to really move that big cone when the smaller in-walls are at a normal listening level.

I'd stick to a free-standing self-powered sub and connect it in parallel with that zone.

Jeff

 

[gasbie]

I'd be concerned with using a passive sub with any of the low-powered WHA systems. 20-40W/channel may not be enough to really move that big cone when the smaller in-walls are at a normal listening level.

I'd stick to a free-standing self-powered sub and connect it in parallel with that zone.

Jeff

juator, you said I should use the free standing sub. Does that mean that I will install powered sub at each zone. If so, how can I do that? please explain. thanks

 

[jautor]

juator, you said I should use the free standing sub. Does that mean that I will install powered sub at each zone. If so, how can I do that? please explain. thanks

Many powered subs have speaker-level inputs, so you just run speaker wire in parallel to a wall plate to hook up the sub in the zone. You can tap the speaker wire at any point along the path - perhaps splice it behind your control pad?

Jeff

 

[Neurorad]

Anyone familiar with any in-wall powered subs?

 

[programmergeek]

Anyone familiar with any in-wall powered subs?

Yes we use the JL audio and velodyne but they get $$$. You can use one sub for two channels with them.