The signal supply of the MiniVee X can be balanced and via RCA. In addition to channel-separated inputs, there are also suitable outputs via which the signal is forwarded to the preamplifier or integrated amplifier, if required also with the frequency range taken over from the subwoofer removed. This is ensured by a high-pass filter that can be set in the app. It is also possible to deliver the signal via speaker cable. The corresponding sockets even accept banana plugs. This means that all connection options are available for different applications and uses.

The two decisive points for a subwoofer are the level and the setting up to which frequency it should transmit. For the latter, 80 hertz is considered a suitable starting point, in order to then move downwards or upwards in five hertz steps, whereby it is important to know that our sense of localisation can detect the source of sound from 80 hertz. Below that, this is hardly possible, which allows a certain degree of freedom in positioning. The Velodyne shows both the crossover frequency and level on a small display. The phase of the signal can be rotated by 180 degrees in order to adapt it to the main speakers if necessary.

MiniVee X does the work

A slider determines the activation, which in addition to continuous operation also allows automatic switching on by signal or via a trigger voltage, which is often provided by AV processors. A USB output provides 5 volts to supply the receiver with power when a wireless connection is established via Wi-Connect II. And as if that wasn't enough, there is also a 3.5 millimetre input to which the supplied microphone can be connected by cable in order to carry out the calibration to the room. Incidentally, this "Auto EQ" function can be started on the bass itself or via the app.