Choose between two Subs

rz22g
rz22g Posts: 70
edited May 2011 in Subwoofer Hookup & Bass Management
I am adding the last piece to my surround and need to choose between either buying a new Polk PSW10 for $95 or a used Proficient S12 locally for $100.

Not sure what to do. My room is approximately 13 wide x 16 deep and open on the back side of the deep end (rear surround end).

Im leaning towards the Polk due to room size and expecting it to have more precise and tighter bass. Am I off on that expectation? I would like to decide today. Oh and the other speakers are RT55, RT15 and CS10.
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  • txcoastal1
    txcoastal1 Posts: 13,283
    edited May 2011
    Go with Polk the
    We only use Proficient for back ground whole house ceiling speakers
    2-channel: Modwright KWI-200 Integrated, Dynaudio C1-II Signatures
    Desktop rig: LSi7, Polk 110sub, Dayens Ampino amp, W4S DAC/pre, Sonos, JRiver
    Gear on standby: Melody 101 tube pre, Unison Research Simply Italy Integrated
    Gone to new homes: (Matt Polk's)Threshold Stasis SA12e monoblocks, Pass XA30.5 amp, Usher MD2 speakers, Dynaudio C4 platinum speakers, Modwright LS100 (voltz), Simaudio 780D DAC

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  • rz22g
    rz22g Posts: 70
    edited May 2011
    txcoastal1 wrote: »
    Go with Polk the
    We only use Proficient for back ground whole house ceiling speakers

    Well I possibly just increased my budget so now Im second guessing..

    PSW110
    PSW111

    over the PSW10

    Wondering if either of those two will perform in a way that merits the extra cost ? The 111 is an 8 inch, more power but twice the cost.
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  • rz22g
    rz22g Posts: 70
    edited May 2011
    Actually after reading some comments on avsforum it seems I might need to go with something besides polk for the sub. Even users with all Polk surrounds stated the Polk sub they added, the 10, 110 and one other a level up from those, produced muddy bass. So now Im back to deciding on a completely difference sub.
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  • TNHNDYMAN
    TNHNDYMAN Posts: 2,145
    edited May 2011
    rz-
    you're right there is not a lot of love for the lower tier Polk subs on AVS; however, if you search some threads concerning the psw505 I think you would find it is a great sub for under $500. On sale now @ newegg for 250 shipped. I would highly recommend looking into it.
    2-ch System: Parasound P/LD 2000 pre, Parasound HCA-1000 amp, Parasound T/DQ Tuner, Phase Technology PC-100 Tower speakers, Technics SL-1600 Turntable, Denon 2910 SACD/CD player, Peachtree DAC iT and X1asynchorus USB converter, HSU VTF-3 subwoofer.

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  • rz22g
    rz22g Posts: 70
    edited May 2011
    TNHNDYMAN wrote: »
    rz-
    you're right there is not a lot of love for the lower tier Polk subs on AVS; however, if you search some threads concerning the psw505 I think you would find it is a great sub for under $500. On sale now @ newegg for 250 shipped. I would highly recommend looking into it.

    Yes I am considering that one. My other issue is whatever I get, Im trying to stick with purchasing it directly from Amazon.com for several reasons. I can put it on my Amazon card and fly under the wifes radar is one and the other is Im a prime member and get free two day and $3.99 overnight and Amazon is awesome with returns should something be wrong.

    I have had recommendations of BIC but they all the ones recommended come in at $300 or more.
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  • rz22g
    rz22g Posts: 70
    edited May 2011
    Let me add that I am coming from using a Logitech Sub from their 5500 surround sound package. I think it was a 10" sub. I was ok with that sub. Im wondering if the Proficient S10 would be able to match that. I would expect it to exceed.

    My situation now seems like I would be better off going with spending the least I can for now to get acceptable sound and then later upgrade.

    Does anyone have experience with the Proficient S12 ?
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  • aboroth00
    aboroth00 Posts: 1,106
    edited May 2011
    rz22g wrote: »
    Let me add that I am coming from using a Logitech Sub from their 5500 surround sound package. I think it was a 10" sub. I was ok with that sub. Im wondering if the Proficient S10 would be able to match that. I would expect it to exceed.

    My situation now seems like I would be better off going with spending the least I can for now to get acceptable sound and then later upgrade.

    Does anyone have experience with the Proficient S12 ?

    Have you looked at our local craigslist for good subs? Usually the OC craigslist has some nice subs at a much discounted price. If you're serious about your rig, then i'd probably look at spending at least 200-300 so you don't look at upgrading down the line. Pretty much anything below 150 is going to be a stepping stone for a future upgrade. Get something of good quality so it can last you at least until your next windfall.
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  • rz22g
    rz22g Posts: 70
    edited May 2011
    aboroth00 wrote: »
    Have you looked at our local craigslist for good subs? Usually the OC craigslist has some nice subs at a much discounted price. If you're serious about your rig, then i'd probably look at spending at least 200-300 so you don't look at upgrading down the line. Pretty much anything below 150 is going to be a stepping stone for a future upgrade. Get something of good quality so it can last you at least until your next windfall.

    Yes I checked craigslist. Found a couple of proud owners that were selling subs at above current retail.. LOL. One buy was selling a Polk wireless and linking to the Polk site MSRP to show its value. He was asking $260 used when you can get it new for $224 shipped. I pointed that out and offered him $180 and he got ugly.

    I went ahead with the S12 at $100 for now. I can sell at minimal loss and upgrade later if I decide to. It sounds really good to me. Exceeds the Logitech I had so Im happy for the time being.
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  • txcoastal1
    txcoastal1 Posts: 13,283
    edited May 2011
    rz22g wrote: »
    Yes I checked craigslist. Found a couple of proud owners that were selling subs at above current retail.. LOL. One buy was selling a Polk wireless and linking to the Polk site MSRP to show its value. He was asking $260 used when you can get it new for $224 shipped. I pointed that out and offered him $180 and he got ugly.

    I went ahead with the S12 at $100 for now. I can sell at minimal loss and upgrade later if I decide to. It sounds really good to me. Exceeds the Logitech I had so Im happy for the time being.

    Well screw the ugly or he'll screw the sucker...save your nickels and move up the ladder
    2-channel: Modwright KWI-200 Integrated, Dynaudio C1-II Signatures
    Desktop rig: LSi7, Polk 110sub, Dayens Ampino amp, W4S DAC/pre, Sonos, JRiver
    Gear on standby: Melody 101 tube pre, Unison Research Simply Italy Integrated
    Gone to new homes: (Matt Polk's)Threshold Stasis SA12e monoblocks, Pass XA30.5 amp, Usher MD2 speakers, Dynaudio C4 platinum speakers, Modwright LS100 (voltz), Simaudio 780D DAC

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  • TouchOfEvil
    TouchOfEvil Posts: 967
    edited May 2011
    As long as you are happy with your rig that is all that really matters!!!
    Living Room Rig:D
    Rotel RSP-1069/Rotel RMB-1095/Rotel-1072/Polk lsI15's W/modded xoverW/DBsubs/Polk LsiC/lsI7's/Klipsch sub-12"the weak link"/DLP Mitsubishi 65"
    Xbox360/PS3/WII
    M.Br. setup:)
    Emotiva MMC-1/Rotel RMB-1075/Polk BlackStone TL350's/Velodyne SPL1000/Samsung 51" Plasma
    Computer Rig:
    Rotel RB1050/Tannoy DC4's/Klipsch RW-10d/ImodIpod/HK AVR230 for now....
    Headphones-Ultrasone-HFI780's w/LittleDot MK Vamp Portables Panasonic HJE-900's
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  • rz22g
    rz22g Posts: 70
    edited May 2011
    TouchOfEvil wrote: »
    As long as you are happy with your rig that is all that really matters!!!

    Yes Im happy for now.. LOL . I know I can be happier but this will hold me over.

    I see your in Louisiana. Not familiar with Walker. Hope your not getting any of the flooding. Im from Vicksburg, MS. Will be back that way in a few days for family visit.
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  • TouchOfEvil
    TouchOfEvil Posts: 967
    edited May 2011
    rz22g wrote: »
    Yes Im happy for now.. LOL . I know I can be happier but this will hold me over.

    I see your in Louisiana. Not familiar with Walker. Hope your not getting any of the flooding. Im from Vicksburg, MS. Will be back that way in a few days for family visit.

    Thank you, i'm safe we are high and dry here. The closest rive to us is the amite and it hasn't been high at all this entire time. I certainly hope the affected have a quick recovery though.
    Living Room Rig:D
    Rotel RSP-1069/Rotel RMB-1095/Rotel-1072/Polk lsI15's W/modded xoverW/DBsubs/Polk LsiC/lsI7's/Klipsch sub-12"the weak link"/DLP Mitsubishi 65"
    Xbox360/PS3/WII
    M.Br. setup:)
    Emotiva MMC-1/Rotel RMB-1075/Polk BlackStone TL350's/Velodyne SPL1000/Samsung 51" Plasma
    Computer Rig:
    Rotel RB1050/Tannoy DC4's/Klipsch RW-10d/ImodIpod/HK AVR230 for now....
    Headphones-Ultrasone-HFI780's w/LittleDot MK Vamp Portables Panasonic HJE-900's
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