A simple solution is to buy a Y-lead RCA cable. This type of cable has a single RCA connector at one end – but splits into two separate RCA connections at the other. You just need to connect the single connector to the subwoofer pre-out of your AV receiver. And plug the two extensions into each subwoofer input.

How do you connect speaker wire to subwoofer?

A simple solution is to buy a Y-lead RCA cable. This type of cable has a single RCA connector at one end – but splits into two separate RCA connections at the other. You just need to connect the single connector to the subwoofer pre-out of your AV receiver. And plug the two extensions into each subwoofer input.

How do you hook up a powered subwoofer?

How to Connect a Powered Subwoofer

  1. Locate the subwoofer preamplifier output.
  2. Connect a coaxial cable with RCA-style plugs to the subwoofer output on your receiver.
  3. Connect the subwoofer’s power cable to a wall outlet and switch the unit on.

Are PSB subwoofers any good?

The PSB is great to eyeball, with a gorgeous curved-edge high-gloss black cabinet that sits on specially designed vibration-absorbing feet. There’s a full set of controls (including variable phase) and connections at the rear – both high- and low-level inputs are provided.

Do subwoofers use speaker wire?

Although subwoofers are intended to be used with their own specifically designed wires, they are also able to operate using speaker wire.

Can you connect a speaker to a subwoofer?

If the subwoofer’s structure has spring clips to use speaker wire, you can connect the receiver’s speaker output. This method is identical to connecting a basic stereo speaker. If the subwoofer comes with one set of spring clips, then join the receiver’s network to the subwoofer as the speaker.

How do you hook up a powered subwoofer to a PA system?

Adding a subwoofer to powered speakers by using the sub’s active crossover is very easy. All you have to do is connect the signal cable coming from the audio mixer to the subwoofer’s input channel. Then from the output loop, connect a cable to the full range speaker. Select the cutoff frequency you want, and that’s it.

Can you connect a powered subwoofer to a speaker wire output?

You can connect a subwoofer to the high (speaker) level connections with speaker wires or a speaker connector. Check the specifications on your subwoofer beforehand. Using high (speaker) level connections will use the same audio signal for other speakers allowing for more precisely-timed bass.

How do you hook up a subwoofer with two inputs?

if the sub has two inputs you can either just use one input or use a Y-splitter and use both. using both will add 3db to the input signal. if you were to run dual subs with two inputs on each sub you’d need a bunch of wires and a bunch of Y-splitters.

What wires do I need for a subwoofer?

For the installation, you need:

  1. A 20 ft (6.1 m) power wire.
  2. A ground wire at least 3 ft (0.91 m) long.
  3. A 15 ft (4.6 m) RCA wire with both red and white connectors.
  4. A 15 ft (4.6 m) blue remote wire.
  5. Speaker wire, which can also be bought separately.
  6. A 50-amp in-line fuse and fuse holder.

What wire should I use for subwoofer?

Jaeden, For wiring subwoofers, we recommend using wires of 12- to 16-gauge in size. There will be no audible difference between them – just less power loss with larger wire.