how to make SVS subwoofer less boomy

[clearwaterms]

okay.. i am trying to figure out a way to make my SVS subwoofer sound less boomy.

I have it setup with a rythmik 350 watt plate amp. I have the damping set to high and the boost set to the losest setting possible. I have twisted the phase knob in both directions, and set the cross over on the plate amp to 160 with the cross over on the reciever set to 90, should I lower the cross over on the reciever?

[Kevin P]

Boominess is a function of room acoustics/reflection moreso than the performance of the sub itself. The location of the sub within the room is a factor as well. Try moving the sub around and see if it makes a difference. Pull it away from the corner if it's in a corner. Acoustic room treatments to reduce reflections can help too. If all else fails, a parametric EQ such as a BFD can help as well.

[Nick M]

BFD + dB meter & tone generator or Velodyne SMS-1 pEQ.

[Chris D]

I use a BFD for my dual SVS subs, but even without it, never thought they were boomy. I agree that it's room placement and acoustical treatment.

No, don't need to adjust the crossover. Somewhere near the typical 80 Hz should be fine.

[clearwaterms]

I use a BFD for my dual SVS subs, but even without it, never thought they were boomy. I agree that it's room placement and acoustical treatment.

No, don't need to adjust the crossover. Somewhere near the typical 80 Hz should be fine.

thank you everybody for the help. I did confirm that my crossover was set at 80hz, and found out I could increase the damping on my subwoofer amplifier, by doing that and setting the filter to 28hz. I then moved it about 18"~2" from each wall (had it in the corner prior) and it integrates much better now...