SVS SoundPath Speaker Level Subwoofer Adapter, Home Audio Line Out Converter, Stereo RCA Output

he SVS SoundPath Speaker Level Subwoofer Adapter is an excellent solution for integrating a subwoofer into my audio system without the need for a dedicated line-level output. It’s incredibly easy to use—simply connect it between the speaker terminals of my amplifier and the subwoofer, and it works like a charm. The build quality is solid, with durable connectors and a well-made cable that ensures a reliable connection. The sound quality is fantastic, with deep, clean bass that integrates seamlessly with my speakers. It’s a perfect option for those without a dedicated subwoofer output on their receiver or amplifier. Overall, this adapter is a great, affordable way to get powerful, high-quality bass from your subwoofer without any hassle. Highly recommend it for anyone looking to enhance their home audio system!

I have a pair of SVS PB12-NSD subs that compliment my Klispch RF7-II tower speakers. I needed a solution to get the best performance when driving this combo with a KT88 push/pull tube amp. The Soundpath adapter works very well. I simply run a parallel set of speaker wires from the amp to the Soundpath and then a pair of subwoofer RCA cables to each of the subs. One cable is "Left" out of Soundpath to "Left" IN line level on the left sub. The same goes for right side sub. The crossover for each sub is set to about 50Hz with gain at about 75%. The Klipsch go down to 30Hz so filling in the area between 30 and 50Hz using the Soundpath works extremely well after tweaking until everything is blended nicely together. Volume control between the subs and speakers is very linear, one does not dominate the other when using the volume control. The mixing seems perfect in my setup. So, I seemed to have solved my issue and very happy with the Soundpath. It's affordable and well constructed, no complaints.

My amp doesn’t have a separate subwoofer out, so I bought this in hopes it would work for my current setup. It does, and it’s great. It sounds good and does its job as it should.

Perfect..does what it is supposed to...although over-priced for what it is..

I run my L/R speakers in a 7.1 system through an external amplifier and the AVR does not pass digital input. It was only after I connected everything did I find that the L/R speakers go silent with HDMI (move/TV) input. I attached this thing to the L/R speaker outs. I could have tried a cheaper, automotive style converter but after the time and hassle of this installation, I didn’t want to waste more time dealing with potential noise issues and this thing is quiet. Any perceptible signal degradation from using high level outs is IMHO impossible to detect in a movie context. Or any context. Some people slam these things for theoretical, audible differences, but numbers belie this. For the truly obsessive, here’s the RMS calculation from my adding this device: Rated distortion for the AVR and my PS Audio S300 power amp respectively are .08% and ≤.02% totaling √(d12 + d22)=.082% (that's SQRT(distortion 1 squared + distortion 2 squared), no superscript here), a difference you cannot hear as the threshold of IM distortion human audibility is generally considered to be .1%. This is simply a well made voltage divider. It adds no noise and solves a big problem very economically. I recommend it.

Does what it is supposed to do. The problem I have is the price. I had a hard time accepting the asking price of $80, now it's $100...definitely not worth that.

My stereo receiver was overdriving my Subwoofer. ChatGPT suggested I get this to correct the problem. I did and it did. Simple to install and no setup required. No complaints.

the line level signal coming off this thing is so weak that I have to run it through 3 separate amplification stages just to hear anything. There is so much gain that you can hear a hiss from the speakers like you do with a phono preamp. For reference, I do have this connected exactly as it is described in the instructions.

Does what its made for.

excelente

Excellent Speaker Level Subwoofer Adapter, the bass is clean and deep.

Fonctionne très bien

Affected stereo imaging so returned