HSU VTF-2 MK3.. Will it Satisfy my Needs?

s.erwin
s.erwin Posts: 12
edited August 2011 in Speakers
I have recently started building my first home theater that wasn't a htib. It's just going to be a 3.1 for now. So far I've got the Pioneer Elite VSX-52 and a pair of RTi A5s, and I'm waiting to stumble upon a fair deal on a CSi A6 (cherry). I'm just looking for a little help on choosing a sub which is going to deliver the best performance in what I am looking to get out of it (and within my budget of course :rolleyes:). For the most part, it will be for roughly 50% movies/tv and 50% music. I've done a ton of research over the past few months, but just can't seem to build the confidence to finally buy one. Every time I think I found "the one", I seem to come up on something else or change my mind. The HSU VTF-2 MK3 has been at the top of my list for the most part, but there's just a ton of other subs out there and I just really want to make sure I make the right choice.:confused:

Anyone have the VTF-2 MK3? Would you mind sharing your thoughts on it for both, movies and music? Same with the Epik Legend, as this is another sub I am highly considering. I'm also very much open to other suggestions! Please, let me hear your input!:biggrin:

If it helps at all, the majority of the music will be country:tongue:, and then a little bit of everything else. I'm also looking to keep it around the $500 mark, but I'm not too focused on the budget part as long as it's reasonably more bang for your buck:wink:. Thank you!
-Pioneer Elite VSX-52
-Cherry RTi A5s
-Cherry CSi A6 (soon to come)
-Still sub shopping :rolleyes:
-Sony 46'' LED
-Xbox 360 Elite
-PS3 slim
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  • jbooker82
    jbooker82 Posts: 1,627
    edited August 2011
    Maybe you could demo the Polk DSW Pro 500 (10in driver). I have the DSW Pro 550 WI. (same sub 2x the wattage and wireless capbable). I like it alot has great sound, no port noise and you can feel the floor boards shake when the bass hits.

    The 660 WI would be the 12" one and I would go that route if you have the room.
    AVR: Onkyo Tx-NR808
    Amplifier: Carver A-753x 250 watts x 3
    Fronts: Polk RTI A7 (modded by Trey VR3)
    Center: CSI A4 (modded by Trey VR3)
    Rear: FXI A4
    Sub: Polk DSW Pro 660wi
    TV: LG Infinia 50PX950 3D
    Speaker Cable: AudioQuest Type 8
    IC: AudioQuest Black Mamba II
  • s.erwin
    s.erwin Posts: 12
    edited August 2011
    Thanks for the recommendation! The DSW Pro 500 is actually one of the other subs I have considered. My only concern with this sub is that it wouldn't be enough for my living room. And jumping up to the DSW Pro 600, I just think I could get the same quality for a little less. No hate for Polk, I love their speakers and I think their subs are just as good as some of the other great subs out there. I just think they're a little more pricey than some of the competition, but then again, I'll admit I haven't really shopped a whole lot for them and have barely even looked at the DSW PROwi line.
    -Pioneer Elite VSX-52
    -Cherry RTi A5s
    -Cherry CSi A6 (soon to come)
    -Still sub shopping :rolleyes:
    -Sony 46'' LED
    -Xbox 360 Elite
    -PS3 slim