I have been happy for years with a single Vandersteen 2Wq with my 1.6s. This is a terrific combination and the vandy has the speed to keep up with the Maggies, as well as tight, tuneful and remarkably unintrusive bass.
The x-over on this sub is such that you must have the ability to place it in the line level signal between your pre- and power amp. It will work with integrateds that have an effects loop or pre-out/power-in loop.
The x-over rolls off the signal below 80 hz that ends up going to your speakers. Conversely, the sub rolls off frequencies as it approaches 80 hz so you get a nice seamless transition with a smooth handoff. The sub actually gets its signal from your amplifier as opposed to the x-over itself. In this way, the sub is working with the same signal as the speakers which is another nice point of integration (since it's essentially part of your speaker system).
You will need to know the input impedance of your power amp should you acquire a 2Wq, as the crossover needs to be matched to that figure--otherwise, your frequency "hand off" will be in the wrong place.
I am pondering adding a second, but only for the fun of it (vs. any need for more bass).
The x-over on this sub is such that you must have the ability to place it in the line level signal between your pre- and power amp. It will work with integrateds that have an effects loop or pre-out/power-in loop.
The x-over rolls off the signal below 80 hz that ends up going to your speakers. Conversely, the sub rolls off frequencies as it approaches 80 hz so you get a nice seamless transition with a smooth handoff. The sub actually gets its signal from your amplifier as opposed to the x-over itself. In this way, the sub is working with the same signal as the speakers which is another nice point of integration (since it's essentially part of your speaker system).
You will need to know the input impedance of your power amp should you acquire a 2Wq, as the crossover needs to be matched to that figure--otherwise, your frequency "hand off" will be in the wrong place.
I am pondering adding a second, but only for the fun of it (vs. any need for more bass).