Thoughts on subs???

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  • nguyendot
    nguyendot Posts: 3,594
    edited July 2012
    steveinaz wrote: »
    He's giving out extremely flawed advice. Bass doesn't require a lot of power? Really? Use car sub woofers? Really? I think I'm putting way too much thought in my replies...LOL

    agreed, maybe on both points LOL.
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  • jlp1313
    jlp1313 Posts: 52
    edited July 2012
    Ok so should i get an amp n let the 7's do the wrk or just replace my sub cant do both ? And is the parasound 1200 going to b enough power @ 200wtts , being the 7's are able to hit 300wtts ????
    AVR: PIONEER ELITE SC-55, FRONT: RTI A7's, CENTER: CSI A4, REAR: RTI A1's, SUB: DSW550wi, TV: SAMSUNG UN55C8000 , ETHEREAL: SUPER OUTLET.
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  • onebadchad
    onebadchad Posts: 364
    edited July 2012
    Here are some Cheap ones, great for Video.. http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?Partnumber=303-520
    Hello Kitty am/fm CD player
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  • rooftop59
    rooftop59 Posts: 8,121
    edited July 2012
    jlp1313 wrote: »
    Ok so should i get an amp n let the 7's do the wrk or just replace my sub cant do both ? And is the parasound 1200 going to b enough power @ 200wtts , being the 7's are able to hit 300wtts ????

    If you search you will find lots of good information on this quandary. I think that you will be mighty impressed with that amp, and you will just sell your little ol'e sub.

    here is a good thread to peruse: http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?129719-RTiA9-back-fire-are-they-too-good
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  • jlp1313
    jlp1313 Posts: 52
    edited July 2012
    How about the pyle pt3300 its $122.98 new would that wrk for the 7's??
    AVR: PIONEER ELITE SC-55, FRONT: RTI A7's, CENTER: CSI A4, REAR: RTI A1's, SUB: DSW550wi, TV: SAMSUNG UN55C8000 , ETHEREAL: SUPER OUTLET.
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  • rooftop59
    rooftop59 Posts: 8,121
    edited July 2012
    I would stick with a well regarded brand like parasound, adcom, nad, b&k, etc. If you buy those established brands used and take care of your gear you can easily recoup most or all of your money if you change your mind down the road. You won't get anything for that pyle.
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  • jlp1313
    jlp1313 Posts: 52
    edited July 2012
    Ok ill prob get the parasound n see how the 7's sound then fig out if i should get a sub...I also read on the thred u gave me that the bass needs to b tweeked on my SC-55 and an amp makes a huge difference thx again guys...
    AVR: PIONEER ELITE SC-55, FRONT: RTI A7's, CENTER: CSI A4, REAR: RTI A1's, SUB: DSW550wi, TV: SAMSUNG UN55C8000 , ETHEREAL: SUPER OUTLET.
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  • ravaneli
    ravaneli Posts: 530
    edited July 2012
    I have to retract the part about the 20 hrz and he hearing. All loud music leads to hearing loss, not the 20 hrz in particular.

    As far as the system I suggested - it is on right now and it sounds fantastic and you are welcome to come check it out. In all honesty, steve, I would be shocked as hell if your ported boombox for SVS sounds even half as good as my Dayton Audio drivers powered by B&K.
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  • Drenis
    Drenis Posts: 2,871
    edited July 2012
    ravaneli wrote: »
    In all honesty, steve, I would be shocked as hell if your ported boombox for SVS sounds even half as good as my Dayton Audio drivers powered by B&K.

    Considering all the hogwash that you preach around here, I'm inclined to suggest you have no merit for a comparison. Do you even understand the concept of sub building? You can buy a G note driver but if you don't know what to do with it...
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited July 2012
    jlp1313 wrote: »
    Ok ill prob get the parasound n see how the 7's sound then fig out if i should get a sub...I also read on the thred u gave me that the bass needs to b tweeked on my SC-55 and an amp makes a huge difference thx again guys...

    I think that is a good decision. Just don't want to see you push bad money after bad money. When the time comes, get a good sub that will enhance your 7's, and not detract from them--is all I'm saying. I'm speaking from alot of wasted money experience, for your benefit.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • onebadchad
    onebadchad Posts: 364
    edited July 2012
    POlk SW10 on sale at frys, 99 bucks http://www.frys.com/product/4104443?site=sa:Audio%20Pod:Pod6
    Hello Kitty am/fm CD player
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited July 2012
    ravaneli wrote: »
    In all honesty, steve, I would be shocked as hell if your ported boombox for SVS sounds even half as good as my Dayton Audio drivers powered by B&K.

    I didn't question your sub, I questioned your advice. I actually have the "entry" level SVS, and surprisingly it works quite well with my Harbeth monitors--which I didn't even believe was possible myself. How's that for an SVS advertisement, $700 sub with $3600 speakers?

    Wish I could make up some bad things to say about it, but I'd be lying.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited July 2012
    On another note CHAD, have you done the DAC tweak on the hello kitty rig? I heard it really purrrs..LOL, I'm on a roll.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • ravaneli
    ravaneli Posts: 530
    edited July 2012
    another one bites the dust.

    God forbid someone recommends something cheap. It must suck by default.

    as far as my subs - they sound god damn fantastic. The only thing I don't like is that I used old auto subwoofer boxes that were sitting around. Don't look good next to the A7s. Now I want to build two simple cubical boxes for them, of wood, and then stain them. But where do you buy wood? Home Depot carries no more than 12 " wide, and i don't want MDF, because it doesn't stain.
    BlueFox wrote: »
    I have found that tube based computers provide the best sound quality. ENIAC and MANIAC I offer a smooth, well defined and articulated sound unmatched by the current silicon based CPUs. :wink:
    jeremymarcinko wrote: »
    But as in all things your perception is your reality.
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  • Monster Jam
    Monster Jam Posts: 919
    edited July 2012
    You want a sealed sub, based on your preferences. And thats going to cost a little coin. Don't skimp here - you'll regret it.
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  • jbooker82
    jbooker82 Posts: 1,627
    edited July 2012
    ravaneli wrote: »
    Home Depot carries no more than 12 " wide, and i don't want MDF, because it doesn't stain.

    I would build it out of MDF if it was me. Then cover it with what ever wood veneer you want. MDF wont resonate near as bad as a solid 1/2 to 3/4 in thick slab of hard wood.
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    Center: CSI A4 (modded by Trey VR3)
    Rear: FXI A4
    Sub: Polk DSW Pro 660wi
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited July 2012
    Agree, MDF with the veneer of your choice is a better idea.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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