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RE: budget PC for powered subwoofer?

I said out of all the inexpensive hardware store variety AC plugs, the Pass & Seymour tends to present the biggest sounding bottom end in comparison with the rest of the frequency spectrum, with notably subdued treble energy. It is not a well-balanced sounding connector, to my ear. There are Audio Grade AC plugs that present a more refined sounding deep and full-bodied bass, along with more balanced high-frequency characteristics for full-spectrum applications. In addition, it might seem that an AC plug with "the biggest sounding bottom end" would be ideal for a subwoofer application, but this does not tend to be the case, in my experience. In fact, since all but the lowest frequencies are filtered, and the subwoofer output level can be independently adjusted, choosing an AC plug with a quick and tight sounding bottom end can actually be a better option for a subwoofer. Otherwise, the sonic signature of the subwoofer can sound inarticulate with poor dynamics if the AC plug is functioning like a "bass booster". It's best to allow a subwoofer to perform that vital function on its own, and use an AC plug + AC outlet combo that helps to deliver a tight & tuneful bottom end rather than cause excessive tonal bloom with poor dynamic contrast. Furthermore, a very large gauge DIY mil-spec power cord will only contribute to a false sense of fullness.


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