Doc, I'm looking for a new sub.

glemay · October 2003

Doc,

Currently I have a Sound Dynamics THS 3000 subwoofer. It is a 12 inch downfiring sub with a 150 watt mosfet amp. I am not really satisfied with it. I have it in the corner and tried other places but still don't like the sound, it sounds boomy and unaccurate.

I was looking at spending around 750$ canadian at the most. I am looking at the Paradigm PDR-12, I think it is in the price range. What do you think? Is it better than the Velodyne CHT-12? What about the bigger Paradigm subs?

Is there anything anyone else can suggest?

Jerry

gatemplin · October 2003

I am also in Canada and have Paradigm speakers. I have heard the pdr12 and pw2200(1000cdn). They are both good but you can do better with DIY. I suspect a SVS pci or pb1 isd will also be around that price range (900-1000cdn shipped) and although I haven't heard one, I suspect they will perform better than paradigm.

glemay · October 2003

gatemplin,

what do you think about the Paradigm PS series? I don't know how they price out though?

Jerry

gatemplin · October 2003

Niether do I, they look great and the specs are pretty good. I havent heard them though. If you want to know the prices check out the audio ideas guide. They list retail , take about 10% of that off.

Turbota · October 2003

"Rava" powered subwoofer $399 US
A very good quality and acurate sub with 250w RMS amp

http://www.adireaudio.com/home_audio/loudspeakers/exact_series/rava.htm

Dr. Spec · October 2003

Without a doubt, Paradigm is the best deal going if you live in Canada and are shopping for a sub. The 2200 and the Servo-15 are excellent.

If you want to import from the US, SVS should be on your short list.

Kyle over at Acoustic Visions is a Adire dealer and you can look several of his sub packages as good alternatives.

Velodyne makes very good subwoofers and are recommended; the CHT series is their entry level sub but is still very decent.

Turbota · October 2003

Dr. Spec ....

You didn't mention the Rava. Lots of very positive revues.

That SVS is a sweetheart, but I thought I would show him the Rava since he appeared to be somewhat price drivin.
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My bad ... You stated "Acoustic Visions is a Adire dealer"
Jerry ... Adire Audio manufactures the Rava.

glemay · October 2003

does anyone know the price of the paradigm PS-1200?

Dr. Spec · October 2003

I like the ported Dharman for HT and more depth and SPL. But the Rava can't be beat for music.

http://www.acoustic-visions.com/~acoustic/products/subwoofers/pre_finished/

glemay · October 2003

doc,

i need a sub that is good at both music and ht

hamzahsh · October 2003

If you're looking for a sub which is good for both music and movies then look for Velodyne CHT-10. You can't go wrong with Velodyne subs.

http://www.hometheatermag.com/subwoofers/177/

glemay · October 2003

hamzahsh,

how do you think that would compare to the sound dynamics ths 3000 sub i got right now? it is a 12 inch down firing sub with a 150 watt mosfet amp. and with that i still am not satisfied. it isnt as accurate as i would like it to be.

hamzahsh · October 2003

glemay,

I'm not sure about your sub but one thing I've noticed that it is downfiring and it could be the problem or not. My Velodyne CHT-15 which is a forward firing and it is in the front next to my TV and slightly on the angle of about 60 degrees towards my seating. Velodyne CHT-15 has 750 watts, 300 RMS of pure gut-wrenching power.

I watch movies and listen music and it never sounded boomy to me. The bass is tight and clean and loud enough to rattle things in other rooms of my condo. The bass is clean and natural.

Majority of the subs in the market is front-firing but quality of sub isn't judged by the facing of the driver. It doesn't really matter whether it is front or downward firing. There is no rule for placement either, you can place anywhere you want as long as it sounds good to you.

Try to position your sub, use receiver's crossover. Set it at 80hz and set all speakers to small. Keep the sub volume to no more than 50%. Before you buy another sub keep trying the one you've already.

Since you're from Ontario like myself from Toronto. Visit Future Shop and listen to Velodyne CHT-10 or CHT-12 CHT-15 is not available to listen but they sell it and they deliver it from warehouse.

I bought my Velo CHT-15 from Future Shop and love it so much that I've no words to describe. The CHT-15 is my dream sub and I always wanted it and now I've it. The sub sounds incredible for both music and movies. CHT-10 and CHT-12 both are amazing sub too.

There is another website called
http://www.audioreview.com and check out reviews for Velodyne subs which are CT-100, CT-120, CT-150, CHT-10, CHT-12 & CHT-15.

CHT is the new series CT is the old and CHT is better.

Good luck!

glemay · October 2003

hamzahsh

thanks for the link! it will be very handy!:D

Dr. Spec · October 2003

There is a guy over at HTF who owned dual CHT-15's. He now owns three SVS 25-31 PC+ with a fourth on the way (trying to do a B4+ the hard way I guess).

Anyway, he says one 25-31 PC+ equaled his dual CHT-15's down to about 30 Hz. Below 30 Hz, the single 25-31 played louder and ultimately went deeper than the dual CHTs.

The thread is pretty recent if anyone wants to search it. His name is "Steve nn".

glemay · October 2003

doc

thanks! that really makes svs look good! I want one but don't think my parents would allow me.:( Plus I don't have the money right now:(

hamzahsh · October 2003

glemay,

Go with whichever you like.

Good luck!

C Bennett · October 2003

I got a Atlantic Technology T70 for $179 its a nice sub for the $$. But at your price range id look at the Velodyne,NHT,PSB,and the Rava. I would have to hear each of them to make a real decision as they are all good. If you want a good sun at a cheap price look at the CSW(cambridge sound works)Newton series also. check those out at ebay in hifi ebay store. Its a online clearing house for CSW stuff and you can get them about 1/2 street price there.

Doc, I'm looking for a new sub.

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