Advantage to using the SMS1 is that it can EQ and level 3 subs independently, the 976 has 2 outputs but only 1 sub eq and trim. I agree that setup could get complicated/confusing between the many crossover and EQ settings present on the 976 and the SMS1 but if you have 2 or more subs there appears to be a well thought out benefit to making the effort.

Edited: I have read the Outlaws guide to the SMS1 and while it has multiple sub outputs, there is only 1 EQ and trim. Paired with a 976 the SMS1 is a self contained alternative to using Room EQ Wizard for EQing the sub.


Edited by arbitrageur (07/08/19 12:03 PM)
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