Would adding a Sub to a 5.0 system improve overall clarity/soundstage?

[Gimpymoo]

Does it take away the "heavy lifting" of the other speakers or does it add to them?

Currently have:

4 x Monitor Audio Bronze 2
1 x Monitor Audio Bronze Centre

Does a sub make much difference other than adding punchy bass?

My only experience with a sub is my Logitech Z5500.. Me thinks that is not a fair representation of what a sub does in a home theatre setup.

 

[Gimpymoo]

Thank you @hornetstinger and @Alexrose1uk

Unfortunately, my budget cannot stretch to a BK.

My Budget is £250, it is what it is

Surely a "bang for buck" sub is better than no sub?

I was looking at this:

https://www.richersounds.com/polk-audio-psw10e-black.html
Polk Audio PSW10e

Would two of them be any good?

Or any single sub for £250?

Thanks.

 

[Gimpymoo]

I wouldn't get those polk

Wharfedale sw-150 isn't bad dual should be budget starter system. Just don't expect it to shake the room

Would you go two of the Wharfedale Diamond SW150 or one BK Gemini II?

 

[Gimpymoo]

Neither I'd get dual JTR RS2. Lol

Sw-150 isn't bad. Decent budget sub. Just that I think should spend more. I'd get the best single sub you can now then buy another a bit later on.

Bk have good build. Gemeni is ok but it's only 10" sealed box

What would you recommend?

 

[Gimpymoo]

Now that's an interesting question. I guess the £250 budget limit is out the window then?

Thing is, even if I did go £300, not sure it gets a better single sub.

But yes, in that regard, are two **** subs better than one good one.

Room size is very average.