SVS or HSU?

Pepi28
Pepi28 Posts: 248
edited July 2006 in Speakers
Hey everybody, need help choosing between an SVS sub or an HSU sub. I researched a bunch of reviews on both of them and can't make up my mind so I was just trying to get some feedback from some of you guys out there. I am willing to spend up to $1200 on a sub. Any advice will be appreciated. Also I don't want to look at any other sub's but these 2. Thanks.

Current system:
Samsung 50" plasma
LSi15's front Bi-wired
Sunfire Signature Cinema Grand 5.1 amp.
LSi-FX's rears
LSiC center
Sony 3000ES receiver used as pre-pro
Audioquest cables throughout
Sony 200watt sub.(weak point)

Coming Soon:
Optoma HD79 ceiling mounted projector
B&K 200.7 S2 amp
B&K Ref. 50 S2 pre-pro
Another pair of LSi-FX's to complete 7.1 HT
An SVS or HSU sub.
58" Samsung Plasma (on wall)(calibrated)
LSi15's front (modded xo's)
LSic center
LSiFX's sides
LSi7's rears
Sunfire Sig. 600 amp for 15's
Sunfire Sig. Cinema for C,S&R
Sony ES 3000 pre/pro
SVS 2039 PC Plus sub 12.3 (16hz tune)
PS3
Wii
Signal and Audioquest ic's
12 awg monster speaker-cable (bi-wired)
Belkin PF60 power conditioner
Monster power conditioner for sub
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  • Shizelbs
    Shizelbs Posts: 7,433
    edited July 2006
    How big is your room? I would go for the SVS. They make great subs.

    I'll the Sunfire off your hands for you :)
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  • Pepi28
    Pepi28 Posts: 248
    edited July 2006
    My room is 22' x 16'. The Sunfire is going to run my 2ch system bi-amped. Looking to buy a pair of B&W 804's for use with the Sunfire. I have alot of different things I want to do, so we will see what happens with my systems in the future.
    58" Samsung Plasma (on wall)(calibrated)
    LSi15's front (modded xo's)
    LSic center
    LSiFX's sides
    LSi7's rears
    Sunfire Sig. 600 amp for 15's
    Sunfire Sig. Cinema for C,S&R
    Sony ES 3000 pre/pro
    SVS 2039 PC Plus sub 12.3 (16hz tune)
    PS3
    Wii
    Signal and Audioquest ic's
    12 awg monster speaker-cable (bi-wired)
    Belkin PF60 power conditioner
    Monster power conditioner for sub
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited July 2006
    SVS all the way guy, whatever your needs are, the guys there at SV Sound can fill it and then some. Trust me Im proof positive of it, those PB12 Plus 2's are insane.
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

    Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=73580
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  • Demiurge
    Demiurge Posts: 10,874
    edited July 2006
    SVS, no contest.
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  • Pepi28
    Pepi28 Posts: 248
    edited July 2006
    I guess I'm getting SVS. I think I am going to get the PB12-Plus/2. Thanks for the advice guys.
    58" Samsung Plasma (on wall)(calibrated)
    LSi15's front (modded xo's)
    LSic center
    LSiFX's sides
    LSi7's rears
    Sunfire Sig. 600 amp for 15's
    Sunfire Sig. Cinema for C,S&R
    Sony ES 3000 pre/pro
    SVS 2039 PC Plus sub 12.3 (16hz tune)
    PS3
    Wii
    Signal and Audioquest ic's
    12 awg monster speaker-cable (bi-wired)
    Belkin PF60 power conditioner
    Monster power conditioner for sub
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  • Willow
    Willow Posts: 11,059
    edited July 2006
    Seems like SVS is the one to get. Everyone has one...cept ,me
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  • wingnut4772
    wingnut4772 Posts: 7,519
    edited July 2006
    I have owned an Outlaw Audio LFM-1 (hsu design), an SVS Pc+ and now have an SVS PB 12 Ultra. For movies the SVS rules but I might give a slight edge to the HSU for music.
    Sharp Elite 70
    Anthem D2V 3D
    Parasound 5250
    Parasound HCA 1000 A
    Parasound HCA 1000
    Oppo BDP 95
    Von Schweikert VR4 Jr R/L Fronts
    Von Schweikert LCR 4 Center
    Totem Mask Surrounds X4
    Hsu ULS-15 Quad Drive Subwoofers
    Sony PS3
    Squeezebox Touch

    Polk Atrium 7s on the patio just to keep my foot in the door.
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  • read-alot
    read-alot Posts: 812
    edited July 2006
    Having never owned a SVS to compare to my HSU I will not give you advice on which is better but I really like my HSU.
    polkaudio SRS (rdo194 x 8)
    Dodd ELP (separate power supply)
    JC 1 blocks ( strapped )
    Rega Apollo
    MIT (speaker cables) Outlaw (ICs)

    polkaudio SDA2(rdo194x4) (front) polkaudio CRS (rdo194x4)(rear) polkaudio 400i (center)
    B&K 505
    Samsung LCD
    VIP 622
    HSU STF-2
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited July 2006
    The PB12 plus 2 is an excellent choice, just make sure you have the space for it. I have my in a corner not to close to the wall though. Just saying this cause it is massive in size. In relation to size a tad bit bigger than a two drawer file cabinet. Do some measurements as I did just to ensure you dont run into a problem, great sub though. Enjoy
    Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!

    Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=73580
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  • Pepi28
    Pepi28 Posts: 248
    edited July 2006
    I have plenty of space for the PB12 sub. I'm using this sub for my home theatre. For music I have a friend with a pair of B&W 804's that he uses strictly for music with no sub and they sound amazing. I watch movies much more than I listen to music when I am at home anyway.
    58" Samsung Plasma (on wall)(calibrated)
    LSi15's front (modded xo's)
    LSic center
    LSiFX's sides
    LSi7's rears
    Sunfire Sig. 600 amp for 15's
    Sunfire Sig. Cinema for C,S&R
    Sony ES 3000 pre/pro
    SVS 2039 PC Plus sub 12.3 (16hz tune)
    PS3
    Wii
    Signal and Audioquest ic's
    12 awg monster speaker-cable (bi-wired)
    Belkin PF60 power conditioner
    Monster power conditioner for sub
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  • PSOVLSK
    PSOVLSK Posts: 5,224
    edited July 2006
    I have a PB12 Plus/2 and couldn't be happier. I can't imagine a better sub for the money. I've never listened to an HSU, but I've heard nothing but good things about them.
    Things work out best for those who make the best of the way things work out.-John Wooden
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  • thehaens@cox.net
    thehaens@cox.net Posts: 1,012
    edited July 2006
    Willow wrote:
    Seems like SVS is the one to get. Everyone has one...cept ,me

    Me neither, but I guess someday I am going to have to jump on the wagon and get one to see (hear, feel) what all the fuss is about...:D
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  • mutelight
    mutelight Posts: 1,054
    edited July 2006
    I have the entry level SVS and it still knocks off my socks. People who know nothing about sound that watch a movie at my place are blown away by how clear and great the extension is. The best is the tactile feedback I can achieve even with this low end model.
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