WTB subwoofer

schwerhaiv
schwerhaiv Posts: 72
edited February 2006 in Wanted (WTB) Classifieds
I am looking to buy the best subwoofer out there in the 200-300 range. Used is preferred, which is why I posted here. However, should someone want to recommend a good buy on a refurb, etc., please let me know. In particular I see there are Athena subs, Cadence sub, and some other Polk and Velodyne in this category. It will be purely for home theater and purely for lows as I recently picked up a rt20p, cs1000p and fx1000 setup from another polkie. I just feel like I need more bass. In the alternative, I would welcome comments about saving for the 400-500 range subs, as well. Thanks.
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  • DiscoMike
    DiscoMike Posts: 114
    edited February 2006
    I plan on selling my sub - its the PSW300 which works quite well. I am getting an SVS PS12 Plus/2 which should arrive next week, or the week after.

    I dont have the instruction manual or original box.

    Let me know if you are interested.

    Thanks !!!
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  • fgr41
    fgr41 Posts: 432
    edited February 2006
    If you want the best deal you can get and don't want to say "it could go a little deeper or pack a bigger punch" just save your $ and get a SVS. I went with a budget sub then made the move to SVS. Save your $ a few more months and just get the SVS.
    Front
    Polk RT800i (BI-wired)
    Rear
    Polk RT600i
    Center
    Polk CS400i (BI-wired)
    Sub
    SVS 25-31PCi (22Hz tuning port)... it's SubHuman
    Receiver
    YAMAHA RX-V1400
    TV
    Mitsubishi WT-46807 HDTV
    HD receiver
    T i V o HR10-250
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  • Loud & Clear
    Loud & Clear Posts: 1,538
    edited February 2006
    SVS B-Stock on a PB10-ISD isn't a bad option. A little more than your price, but if you save a few additional pennies you can get into a pretty potent sub for $399. I would look in that direction if I were looking for a home theater sub and not looking to drop a lot.

    Two Channel Setup:

    Speakers: Wharfedale Opus 2-3
    Integrated Amp: Krell S-300i
    DAC: Arcam irDac
    Source: iMac
    Remote Control: iPad Mini

    3.2 Home Theater Setup:

    Fronts: Klipsch RP-160M
    Center: Klipsch RP-160M
    Subwoofer: SVS PB12NSD (X 2)
    AVR: Yamaha Aventage RX-A2030
    Blu Ray: Sony BDP-S790
    TV Source: DirecTV Genie
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  • schwerhaiv
    schwerhaiv Posts: 72
    edited February 2006
    Thanks, I've also been looking at some larger, older SVS tube subs on audiogon. Some need separate amplification. Do you think I'd be better off buying a new PB10-ISD or a used SVS tube sub?
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  • louthewiz
    louthewiz Posts: 581
    edited February 2006
    It is better to save your money and get a better product,I saved up for a Velodyne DPS-10 and when I was ready to buy it I found it at half price.so take your time and get something good. Lou
    My gear,
    Acer PH530 720P PJ
    100 inch Da-Lite Video Spectra screen
    Yamaha HTR 5790
    Toshiba HD-A3
    Denon 1600 dvd player with sdi out,
    DVDO iSCAN HD+
    Panasonic Dmr E-80H
    Dishnetwork HD pvr
    1 Audiosource amp300 150 wpc Fronts
    1 Audiosource ampone bridged 200 watts powering center
    1 Onkyo M-282 105 wpc amplifier sides
    polk cs400 center
    polk RT400 mains
    Polk mkII back surrounds,
    Polk FX300fxi dipole surrounds
    Velodyne DPS-10 sub
    Klipsch KSW-10 sub.:cool:
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  • schwarcw
    schwarcw Posts: 7,339
    edited February 2006
    Hi Joe! I like the SVS. I picked mine up at the factory in Youngstown, Ohio. Nice people, great service. Send them a sketch of your room and they will make a recommendation and not oversell you. They also have some B-stock around.
    Carl

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  • fgr41
    fgr41 Posts: 432
    edited February 2006
    I know its tough to hear because you may want it "NOW" but as you can see from the posts, better to wait a little longer and get what will do the job the way it should be done. The sub can totally change how you look at your HT. Don't skimp, shop for deals instead.
    Front
    Polk RT800i (BI-wired)
    Rear
    Polk RT600i
    Center
    Polk CS400i (BI-wired)
    Sub
    SVS 25-31PCi (22Hz tuning port)... it's SubHuman
    Receiver
    YAMAHA RX-V1400
    TV
    Mitsubishi WT-46807 HDTV
    HD receiver
    T i V o HR10-250
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  • MSkeezer
    MSkeezer Posts: 1,183
    edited February 2006
    There's a Velodyne CHT-15 on Audiogon for $440obo. Most people on there are more than willing to negotiate...
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  • schwerhaiv
    schwerhaiv Posts: 72
    edited February 2006
    Well, I couldn't wait too long. I ended up purchasing a pair of 20-39CS's from the Gon for $515, shipped to my door. One is for sale, but I had to buy two to get the price. I can't really imagine what two would sound like. Anyway, I appreciate all the advice. Thanks again.
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