Official SVS owners thread!
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Magico, JL, Emm, ARC Ref 10 line, ARC Ref 10 phono, VPI, Lyra, Boulder, AQ Wel, SRA Scuttle Rack, Bluesound
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Update... I have a REL G1 coming to see what's what.
What what...
Enroute, delivery Tuesday.
Kinda scared to go speakon to the Boulder... Last thing I want is to blow the Boulder as that would be terrible.
....and don't be worried about the Boulder Beast....that thing can drive 2 Ohm loads and has protection circuitry. The high level input impedance on the Rel is 150,000 ohms... the amp barely sees it and the output going to the speakers is almost unaffected.
Now, you just have to find a way to keep those until the New Year....then find a way to get at least the SB16 and the Rythmik F15HP in the room. I think the $1399 Rythmik might surprise you.... Especially the fact that you can get four (line array! wink! wink!) for a little more than a single REL or two SB16. The Rythmik has high-level inputs also.
http://www.rythmikaudio.com/download/A370PEQ3_quickguide.pdf
It would be a cool showdown!
It doesn't have the prestige of the REL or the hoopla of the SVS but its a great product at a reasonable price and can stand on its own in audiophile circles, the gloss is a looker also.
The Rhythmic is the one I would go for if I was in the market. I would love to do a couple of their DIY kits and flirted with the idea of some DIY speakers using their 8" DS800 CI - Direct Servo subs in some large towers like used in the Salk Exotica 3. However, I'm more of the budget DIY type and will go for the best value. $1179 for four 8 inchers and two 350 watt amps is not the best value out there in terms of DIY. LOL!2.2 Office Setup | LG 29UB55 21:9 UltraWide | HP Probook 630 G8 | Dell Latitude | Cabasse Stream Amp 100 | Boston Acoustics VS 240 | AUDIORAX Desk Stands | Mirage Omni S8 sub1 | Mirage Omni S8 Sub2 -
The flying carpet at the end of that video looks like fun!2.2 Office Setup | LG 29UB55 21:9 UltraWide | HP Probook 630 G8 | Dell Latitude | Cabasse Stream Amp 100 | Boston Acoustics VS 240 | AUDIORAX Desk Stands | Mirage Omni S8 sub1 | Mirage Omni S8 Sub2
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Update... I have a REL G1 coming to see what's what.
What what...
Enroute, delivery Tuesday.
Kinda scared to go speakon to the Boulder... Last thing I want is to blow the Boulder as that would be terrible.
....and don't be worried about the Boulder Beast....that thing can drive 2 Ohm loads and has protection circuitry. The high level input impedance on the Rel is 150,000 ohms... the amp barely sees it and the output going to the speakers is almost unaffected.
Now, you just have to find a way to keep those until the New Year....then find a way to get at least the SB16 and the Rythmik F15HP in the room. I think the $1399 Rythmik might surprise you.... Especially the fact that you can get four (line array! wink! wink!) for a little more than a single REL or two SB16. The Rythmik has high-level inputs also.
http://www.rythmikaudio.com/download/A370PEQ3_quickguide.pdf
It would be a cool showdown!
It doesn't have the prestige of the REL or the hoopla of the SVS but its a great product at a reasonable price and can stand on its own in audiophile circles, the gloss is a looker also.
The Rhythmic is the one I would go for if I was in the market. I would love to do a couple of their DIY kits and flirted with the idea of some DIY speakers using their 8" DS800 CI - Direct Servo subs in some large towers like used in the Salk Exotica 3. However, I'm more of the budget DIY type and will go for the best value. $1179 for four 8 inchers and two 350 watt amps is not the best value out there in terms of DIY. LOL!
Haha... So far I convinced him of only borrowing one... If I borrowed all 4 I might not want to move it out of my room.
I think he's onto me.
Maybe I'll reroute 2 by the time Christmas is here.
Btw thanks for the info regarding impedance on the rel linkMagico, JL, Emm, ARC Ref 10 line, ARC Ref 10 phono, VPI, Lyra, Boulder, AQ Wel, SRA Scuttle Rack, Bluesound -
Yeah, IMO the whole stereo audiophile high-level input thing misses the mark a little with a single. You must get that second one in the room so that you can really see what its all about. I think the REL philosophy for a music system is dual subs....given that they promote line arrays.
You have work to do sir! LOL!2.2 Office Setup | LG 29UB55 21:9 UltraWide | HP Probook 630 G8 | Dell Latitude | Cabasse Stream Amp 100 | Boston Acoustics VS 240 | AUDIORAX Desk Stands | Mirage Omni S8 sub1 | Mirage Omni S8 Sub2 -
Yeah, IMO the whole stereo audiophile high-level input thing misses the mark a little with a single. You must get that second one in the room so that you can really see what its all about. I think the REL philosophy for a music system is dual subs....given that they promote line arrays.
You have work to do sir! LOL!
I think rels philosophy is to promote bankruptcy my friendMagico, JL, Emm, ARC Ref 10 line, ARC Ref 10 phono, VPI, Lyra, Boulder, AQ Wel, SRA Scuttle Rack, Bluesound -
Yes, $5500 for a 12" , 600 watt sub is just a ton of cash. Six of them is insane!
2.2 Office Setup | LG 29UB55 21:9 UltraWide | HP Probook 630 G8 | Dell Latitude | Cabasse Stream Amp 100 | Boston Acoustics VS 240 | AUDIORAX Desk Stands | Mirage Omni S8 sub1 | Mirage Omni S8 Sub2 -
Yes, $5500 for a 12" , 600 watt sub is just a ton of cash. Six of them is insane!
We'll see if I have the balls to do 6. I think 2 might be just right. 4 is overkill. 6 might be just insane.
The system is always a work in progress my friend.
One thing I know for sure, 2x SVS SB16U would have more than enough grunt.... forever. And it's cheaper.Magico, JL, Emm, ARC Ref 10 line, ARC Ref 10 phono, VPI, Lyra, Boulder, AQ Wel, SRA Scuttle Rack, Bluesound -
Magico, JL, Emm, ARC Ref 10 line, ARC Ref 10 phono, VPI, Lyra, Boulder, AQ Wel, SRA Scuttle Rack, Bluesound
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$1999.99 is still a lot of cash but man is there more value there then the REL.2.2 Office Setup | LG 29UB55 21:9 UltraWide | HP Probook 630 G8 | Dell Latitude | Cabasse Stream Amp 100 | Boston Acoustics VS 240 | AUDIORAX Desk Stands | Mirage Omni S8 sub1 | Mirage Omni S8 Sub2
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$1999.99 is still a lot of cash but man is there more value there then the REL.
NO doubt pound for pound it's better than the REL.
Looking forward to the REL in my system.Magico, JL, Emm, ARC Ref 10 line, ARC Ref 10 phono, VPI, Lyra, Boulder, AQ Wel, SRA Scuttle Rack, Bluesound -
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ken brydson wrote: »
Ride the magic carpet bro...
Can be interpreted in so many ways, but I agree.Magico, JL, Emm, ARC Ref 10 line, ARC Ref 10 phono, VPI, Lyra, Boulder, AQ Wel, SRA Scuttle Rack, Bluesound -
This may just peak your interest:
SVS SB12-NSD for $399 ---> BRAND NEW from SVS. Black Friday Sale! I didn't need one, but I bought one anyway. Get 'em before they're gone! @cfrizz !!!
https://www.svsound.com/products/sb12-nsd?utm_source=SVS+Newsletter&utm_campaign=2c79e08298-Newsletter_November_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_932c6e125c-2c79e08298-79661469&mc_cid=2c79e08298&mc_eid=9fff01d9f0Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
HT: Samsung QN90B * Marantz NR1510 * Panasonic DMP-BDT220 * Roku Ultra LT * APC H10 -
Great deal, I really don't like the grill
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This may just peak your interest:
SVS SB12-NSD for $399 ---> BRAND NEW from SVS. Black Friday Sale! I didn't need one, but I bought one anyway. Get 'em before they're gone! @cfrizz !!!
https://www.svsound.com/products/sb12-nsd?utm_source=SVS+Newsletter&utm_campaign=2c79e08298-Newsletter_November_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_932c6e125c-2c79e08298-79661469&mc_cid=2c79e08298&mc_eid=9fff01d9f0
I grabbed one.
They're now sold out from SVS, although there may be a few left from other outlets. -
This may just peak your interest:
SVS SB12-NSD for $399 ---> BRAND NEW from SVS. Black Friday Sale! I didn't need one, but I bought one anyway. Get 'em before they're gone! @cfrizz !!!
https://www.svsound.com/products/sb12-nsd?utm_source=SVS+Newsletter&utm_campaign=2c79e08298-Newsletter_November_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_932c6e125c-2c79e08298-79661469&mc_cid=2c79e08298&mc_eid=9fff01d9f0
I grabbed one.
They're now sold out from SVS, although there may be a few left from other outlets.
Amazon still has them. If you've ever wanted an SVS or if you ever wanted dual subs, now is the time.Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
HT: Samsung QN90B * Marantz NR1510 * Panasonic DMP-BDT220 * Roku Ultra LT * APC H10 -
From the info online, looks like the 16 ultra series sounds great, but the amp is having problems with auto off not working
lsim705,lsim706c,lsif/x(4)+mc80(atmos)
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From the info online, looks like the 16 ultra series sounds great, but the amp is having problems with auto off not working
Ah good call... Let's get the kinks worked out firstMagico, JL, Emm, ARC Ref 10 line, ARC Ref 10 phono, VPI, Lyra, Boulder, AQ Wel, SRA Scuttle Rack, Bluesound -
I am always a little leary about the first run of a new model. I remember years ago looking at getting a brand new car model, but environment up not getting it, interestingly they forgot to put a gas cap holder in it! Nothing major but just one of those things .
Other than that little issue,sounds like the new ultra 16 series really kicks butt. Seems like the sb16 really digs deep and performs on movies and music, lots of headroom....avs has lots of postings.Post edited by gurot1 onlsim705,lsim706c,lsif/x(4)+mc80(atmos)
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H/T Denon AVR S500BT,fronts Klipsch RF-41,center Klipsch KSC-C1,Sub Sunfire SDS-12,surrounds Polk Monitor 45B. System sounds accurate,deep and great overall.
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Phew, looks like my wallet is safe for now. Seems like the few people that have had both the pb13's and sb16 say the sb16 is very nice, but for movies the pb13 are better at low, low frequencies. I have come to the realisation that for next few years I wont be doing a whole lot of music listening, mostly trying to catch a movie or two, thus the pb13 will do the job well. But darn it, those sb16's look beauuuutiful!.lsim705,lsim706c,lsif/x(4)+mc80(atmos)
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Phew, looks like my wallet is safe for now. Seems like the few people that have had both the pb13's and sb16 say the sb16 is very nice, but for movies the pb13 are better at low, low frequencies. I have come to the realisation that for next few years I wont be doing a whole lot of music listening, mostly trying to catch a movie or two, thus the pb13 will do the job well. But darn it, those sb16's look beauuuutiful!.
But what they didn't say was that the pb16 is even better for movies roflMagico, JL, Emm, ARC Ref 10 line, ARC Ref 10 phono, VPI, Lyra, Boulder, AQ Wel, SRA Scuttle Rack, Bluesound -
Phew, looks like my wallet is safe for now. Seems like the few people that have had both the pb13's and sb16 say the sb16 is very nice, but for movies the pb13 are better at low, low frequencies. I have come to the realisation that for next few years I wont be doing a whole lot of music listening, mostly trying to catch a movie or two, thus the pb13 will do the job well. But darn it, those sb16's look beauuuutiful!.
But what they didn't say was that the pb16 is even better for movies rofl
If I was to try and squeeze those in, I would need to be rid of my left and right channels . Not to mention spend a whole day walking around the house with an impact driver to fix all the new rattleslsim705,lsim706c,lsif/x(4)+mc80(atmos)
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Several SB13 Ultras in the outlet store for $600 off...
https://www.svsound.com/collections/outlet-specials/outlet-sub?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=sb13-outlet&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Q416 -
ken brydson wrote: »Several SB13 Ultras in the outlet store for $600 off...
https://www.svsound.com/collections/outlet-specials/outlet-sub?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=sb13-outlet&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Q416
So tempting...2 Channel
Pre:Bryston BP173
Amp:Bryston 14B3
Speakers: Golden Ear Triton Reference
Source: Oppo UDP-205, Bryston BDA-3, Bryston BDP-3, Bryston BCD-3, Apple TV, Amazon Fire
Cables: Wireworld Gold Eclipse 7 Speaker, Wireworld Gold Eclipse 7 XLR, AQ Diamond USB/HDMI
Power: PS Audio P10 Regenerator, AC12, AC10 and AC5 Cables
Display: Sony XBR65Z9F
Home Theater
Pre: Anthem AVM90
Amps: Parasound A31, A51x2
Speakers: Polk LSiM 707 (FL/FR), Polk LSiM706 (Center), LSiM 703 (SL/SR/SBL/SBR), Polk 900-LS (Atmos)
Subwoofers: SVS SB16 x 4
Source: Oppo UDP-205, Apple TV, Amazon Fire
Cables: AQ Meteor/Rocket 88, AQ Niagara/Sky
Power: Torus AVR20, Shunyata Denali, Shunyata Delta, Cullen, PangeaAC9SE Cables
Display: Sony XBR85Z9G -
ken brydson wrote: »Several SB13 Ultras in the outlet store for $600 off...
https://www.svsound.com/collections/outlet-specials/outlet-sub?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=sb13-outlet&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Q416
So tempting...
I know right?Magico, JL, Emm, ARC Ref 10 line, ARC Ref 10 phono, VPI, Lyra, Boulder, AQ Wel, SRA Scuttle Rack, Bluesound -
ken brydson wrote: »Several SB13 Ultras in the outlet store for $600 off...
https://www.svsound.com/collections/outlet-specials/outlet-sub?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=sb13-outlet&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Q416
So tempting...
I know right?
My JL is dead and awaiting a new plate amp. Very disappointing for a sub this new. I've had an itchy finger for an svs sb13 again. Muuust resist!2 channel:
Bryston 4B3, Bryston BDA3, Cary SLP05, Shanling CDT1000SE with parts conneXion level 2 mods, Nottingham analogue ace space 294, soundsmith Carmen MKii, Zu DL103 MKii, Ortofon MC 20 MKii, Dynavector XX2 MKii, Rogue Audio Ares, Core power technologies balanced power conditioner, Akiko Corelli power conditioner with Akiko Audio HQ power cable, Nordost heimdall 2, Frey 2, interconnects, speaker and power cables, Focal Electra 1028 BE 2, Auralic Aries Femto, Black diamond racing cones, ingress audio level 1 roller blocks, JL Audio E110 with Auralic subdude, Primacoustics room treatments.
Theater:
Focal Aria 926,905,CC900, SVS PB ultra x2. Pioneer Elite SC85, Oppo BDP93, Panamax M5400PM, Minix neox6, Nordost Blue heaven LS power cables. -
ken brydson wrote: »Several SB13 Ultras in the outlet store for $600 off...
https://www.svsound.com/collections/outlet-specials/outlet-sub?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=sb13-outlet&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Q416
So tempting...
I know right?
My JL is dead and awaiting a new plate amp. Very disappointing for a sub this new. I've had an itchy finger for an svs sb13 again. Muuust resist!
Dooo eet so I don't have to dooo eet.Magico, JL, Emm, ARC Ref 10 line, ARC Ref 10 phono, VPI, Lyra, Boulder, AQ Wel, SRA Scuttle Rack, Bluesound