At 7Hz, the system's response is reduced by 10dB compared to its response at higher frequencies. The maximum linear excursion at 2V and 5Hz is approximately 9.1mm. For simplification, we consider a response of 80dB at 7Hz in our calculations.
This analysis assumes an infinite baffle configuration. However, room acoustics, particularly the proximity of the speakers to walls, ceiling, and floor, can enhance bass response due to boundary reinforcement effects. Typically, placement near a single wall contributes an additional 3dB. Corner placement could provide up to 6dB, but conservatively, we estimate a 3dB gain, which is likely to be higher at low frequencies. This adjustment suggests each speaker could achieve 83dB at 7Hz.
Adding more subwoofers increases output. Each additional 4 x 8-inch subwoofer contributes a 6dB increase, assuming ideal conditions for coherent coupling. Therefore, incorporating seven additional subwoofers to the front array (totaling eight) would yield an output of 83 + (7 * 6) dB = 125dB.
Regarding power consumption, each 4 x 8-inch subwoofer requires less than 100W. Hence, a single 1ET400 amplifier per subwoofer is adequate. The default amplifier comes with DC protection at around 20Hz, typically implemented to prevent low-frequency damage to the speakers. This protection can be disabled if necessary, and a specialized version with this feature disabled could be arranged to meet specific requirements.