Has anyone added a small subwoofer to 2 channel and been thrilled with the result?


The subwoofer can of worms.
I’d like to add some bass to my otherwise fine 2 speaker setup and have limited space so perhaps a single 10in?
After a few weeks of research the only conclusion I can come up with is - everyone agrees they have to be setup properly. Every brand and technology has their own following and most recommend using 2 (which I don’t want due to space concerns). My room is 12 x 13 ft with box raised ceiling.
After much research, these are the subwoofers I’m trying to pick from, for various reasons:
Rythmik FM8  - lots of hifi fans
JL audio e110 - fantastic support
REL T/9i - sort of a gold standard
KEF R400b - interesting technology, makes me grin. 

I've never heard any of these.
System:
Hegel H160
SF Concerto speakers on stands.
Ben
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Has anyone tested the Dynaudio Sub 3 or 6?For just extending the lower frequencies on a 2 channel system they look viable.

H160 has variable Line Level (RCA) right, left and the node2i I'm adding will also have sub out.

I'd like to get both R+L into the subwoofer.

Some controversy with adding REL high level off the speaker outputs. Hegel says no don't do it and REL says they have done it at shows with Hegel.... thus the can of worms of subwoofers.





>I’d like to add some bass to my otherwise fine 2 speaker setup
>System:>Hegel H160
>SF Concerto speakers on stands.
Ben
I really appreciate all the insight from folks who have implemented sub based systems and have empirical results to judge by.Very helpful for a newbee.
Thanks guys.
Hmmm.>I suggest that you look for a 12-inch dual VOICE COIL system.Not seeing a lot of those advertised?Ben
Interesting setup, Subzero with a Paradigm crossover...appreciate the input. Seems there are many ways to this so It's nice to get all the options on the table and that is a new one!   Thanks,