A subwoofer to match Monitor 10s and CS350?

gwg_97

Hi Polkies,

Any suggestions for a good small to medium sized sub to go with my Monitor 10s and Cs350? This is for a second HT system and I'm thinking 10" to 12" for no more than $450. I was considering DIY, Polk ebay store (many options), used Velodyne, SVS, HSU, etc. Due to space issues (and if the boss has her way), I may also end up using my Monitor 5s as fronts or maybe some LS 70s (if I can find them). Are there any well regarded "sleeper" subs out there?
Thanks!

GWG

skrol

Back in 2005, Polk Audio suggested speakers to match with their vintage products. This included subs. See attached.

Polk Older Spker Matching 2005.pdf

gwg_97

Yeah, I remember seeing that a while back but couldn't find it again. Thanks, that should definitely help with the Polk matches.

PolkieMan

$200

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882290130&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleAdwords&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-_-pla-_-NA-_-NA

gwg_97

Wow, screaming deal! Thanks Polkie!

teekay0007

I'm EXTREMELY happy with the Polk DSWPRO 550wi 10" (wireless ready) sub that I use in a 5.1 setup with my Monitor 10Bs as fronts (Monitor 5jrs - surrounds; CS20 - center). Plenty enough power to bring the thunder for your movies, yet nice and tight with a perfect blend for your music. Looks good and is very solid while not being too big - roughly about 15x15x16. Very handy remote control. Wireless ready - I hear that works fine (I didn't purchase the optional transmitter kit) as long as you don't have 2.4 GHz wireless devices nearby (eg. computer router).

I got mine at newegg.com (price now is $540!) on sale for $299 with a free Polk UltraFit 3000 in-ear headphones (sells at newegg, Best Buy, Polk for $100!). The 550wi goes on sale from time-to-time, so just watch for it.

PolkieMan

I luv u man
If you never ordered from Newegg they are the best!
I bought two of these, one from J&R and the one from J&R smelled like in was stored in a warehouse for a year
the Newegg one smelled new.
I only use them with action movies the 2.3tls are plenty for music :cheesygrin:

gwg_97 wrote: »

Wow, screaming deal! Thanks Polkie!

mhardy6647

The correct answer, of course, would be the Polk Audio model LF-14 subwoofer! :-)
(I used one with my Monitor 7As back when I was young and... well...)

gwg_97

What is that thing? Crazy!

mhardy6647

It is a Polk Audio Model LF-14 subwoofer in charming :-) rosewood vinyl "veneer".

PolkieMan

That is cool man:razz:

ken brydson

http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/ele/3176099265.html SVS SB12 Plus for $500 in Lakewood

gmjungbluth

I have monitor 7s in front, 5s in back, and a 5jr for center channel. I find a PSW10 does a great job for HT. I'm still dialing it in for music - room placement is important in my space. It provides plenty of oomph. And I picked mine up on CL still in the box and styrofoam for $70!.

gwg_97

Hey guys, thanks for the suggestions!

PhotonDon

In my sunroom I am using an original Martin Logan Dynamo ( with the 10" aluminum woofer) A nice match indeed with my 10Bs.

gwg_97

Well I didn't get a sub yet but I did just pick up a minty pair of ls70s. That was quick! Looking forward to hooking them up tomorrow.

I now officially have too many speakers.