Which SVS To Buy?

TB Cruzer
TB Cruzer Posts: 27
edited February 2007 in Subwoofer Hookup & Bass Management
I'm looking at buying an SVS sub for my system. I've narrowed it down to the 20-39 PCi, or the 20-39 PC-Plus. My listening room isn't that big, and I'm not sure the extra power is worth the money. The room is somewhere around 13'x18' with an 8' ceiling. Suggestions?

I sent an email to SVS, they sent a great resonse, and recommended the Plus, but money is a little tight right now thanks to the ex.
Samsung 52" Flat Panel LCD
Sunfire TGP-5
Sunfire TGA-7400
Sony S300 Blue-ray
RTi12, CSi5, FXi5
SVS 20-39 CS Plus
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  • Schwingding
    Schwingding Posts: 363
    edited February 2007
    That room size is somewhere under 2000 cu. feet - the Plus will be an excellent choice for you. My advice would be to wait until you can afford the right piece of equipment.
    HT/music rig
    Panasonic PX60U 50" plasma
    Yamaha 5990 AVR
    Onix SP3 tube amp
    bunch of Outlaw 2200 monoblocks
    DUAL SVS PB12+/2 subs :eek:
    Denon 3910 DVD/SACD/DVD-A
    DirecTV HR10-250 DVR
    Onix Strata Mini mains
    Mirage OM10 surrounds
    Polk CSi5 center
    Polk SC80 rear surrounds
    Samsung BDP1000 blu-ray player

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  • mwaarna
    mwaarna Posts: 280
    edited February 2007
    What are you listening habits?

    Have you checked out SVS's B-Stock? You can save some cash by getting bstock.
    https://svsound.com/store/index.cfm?fuseaction=category.display&category_ID=12

    I purchased a sub from their B-Stock for 150 dollars off retail, and its like new and comes with the same warranty.
    Click here To see My system
    Polk LSI15,LSiC, LsiFX, SVS PB-12 Plus/2, Blue Jean Cables,Onkyo Pro PR-SC885P, Earthquake Cin
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  • Strong Bad
    Strong Bad Posts: 4,278
    edited February 2007
    If you're set on the PC line, then hold out for the PC-Plus if at all possible. If you can go either way, then check the B-Stock as was said earlier.

    I held out for a while because i knew I wouldn't be happy with anything but the top of line model. I wanted the PC line and wound up getting the PC-Ultra.

    You'll be very pleased with their subs! I'm loving the hell out of mine!


    John
    No excuses!
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  • TB Cruzer
    TB Cruzer Posts: 27
    edited February 2007
    Mostly home theater, but when I listen to music I push it pretty hard.
    Samsung 52" Flat Panel LCD
    Sunfire TGP-5
    Sunfire TGA-7400
    Sony S300 Blue-ray
    RTi12, CSi5, FXi5
    SVS 20-39 CS Plus
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  • bassaholic
    bassaholic Posts: 315
    edited February 2007
    I have a similar size room at 14x17 8ft ceilings. I am running an SVS PB12-Plus/2 and a Polk PSW 650. Bass is amazing but if I had more cash flow I'd get another SVS over the Polk. I've never heard SVS's cylinder subs but with your set-up and the fact that you want to push your system hard during music...I'd save and wait to get a PB12-Plus/2 or PB12-NSD/2. Just my opinion.
    Pioneer SC-37
    RTiA9-fronts
    CSiA6-center
    RT55i-surrounds
    SVS PB13 Ultra & PSW650
    Monster Power 3250 amp
    Monster Power 2250 amp
    Monster Power HDP-2500 surge pro.



    Denon 3805,CS400i,RT25i's & FX500i's sitting in the basement collecting dust
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  • Willow
    Willow Posts: 11,017
    edited February 2007
    Ohh such a rough life...which SVS to buy....;) either one I'm sure you'll be happy and enjoy them !
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  • MillerLiteScott
    MillerLiteScott Posts: 2,561
    edited February 2007
    I was in the same situation as you and I ended up purchasing the 20-39PC+ and am glad that I did.

    I would suggest you do the same and not look back.
    I like speakers that are bigger than a small refrigerator but smaller than a big refrigerator:D
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  • tecmo04
    tecmo04 Posts: 421
    edited February 2007
    I was in the same situation as you and I ended up purchasing the 20-39PC+ and am glad that I did.

    MillerLiteScott

    Ditto! dont settle for the lesser model if you dont have to. Buy something that you will not out grow in a year or two...
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  • wingnut4772
    wingnut4772 Posts: 7,519
    edited February 2007
    Yes. Wait a bit and get the better model. I also got my PB12 Plus/2 B stock and no problems.
    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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  • wallstreet
    wallstreet Posts: 1,405
    edited February 2007
    Heck, I think you'd be happy with the 25-31 pc-plus. The sub goes crazy loud. I dropped in one port plug to tune to 20hz and the level is still barely turned up over 1/4.
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,987
    edited February 2007
    TB Cruzer wrote:
    Which SVS To Buy?

    Short answer? Any.

    As a general rule, I don't like to see people 'settle' with audio purchases. Stereo equipment is a luxury item. Like jewelry, sports cars, leather jackets, good burboun, etc etc. Why skimp on a luxury item, kind of defeats the purpose, no?

    Find one with the features that you want, that fits your budget - and then buy the next most expensive one up the food chain. Stretch it, make it work, sit back and enjoy.

    Think more in a long term solution mindset, vs a bandaid that will only cost more with upgrades down the road.

    Cheers,
    Russ
    Check your lips at the door woman. Shake your hips like battleships. Yeah, all the white girls trip when I sing at Sunday service.
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  • tecmo04
    tecmo04 Posts: 421
    edited February 2007
    Stereo equipment is a luxury item. Like jewelry, sports cars, leather jackets, good burboun, etc etc. Why skimp on a luxury item, kind of defeats the purpose, no?

    RUSSMAN

    Wow. I've never heard anyone put this obsession so elegantly! Well done!
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  • Strong Bad
    Strong Bad Posts: 4,278
    edited February 2007
    RuSsMaN wrote:

    Think more in a long term solution mindset, vs a bandaid that will only cost more with upgrades down the road.

    Cheers,
    Russ


    Russ,

    Well said Sir!

    I've been doing this for years with my audio purchases. My current living conditions don't permit full blown "perfect setup" conditions, but I had the hindsight to base my purchases on long term goals. I'm so thankful I did that. With a home purchase growing ever near, I have the setups (2 systems, one 2 channel rig and a home theater rig) primed and ready to place in that home as soon as it happens late this year or early next year. My 2 channel rig is packed up and in storage in the basement. I also have 2 CS400 center speakers packed away to fill in the rear center channels. Got them both on the cheap years ago.

    Think longterm. Where will you be in 3-5 years or even further down the road.

    John
    No excuses!
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  • TB Cruzer
    TB Cruzer Posts: 27
    edited February 2007
    Okay I'm getting a Plus version. What is the difference, benefit fromt eh 20-39 PC-Plus vs the 25-31 PC-Plus? Can't the 25-31 be set to 20Hz?
    Samsung 52" Flat Panel LCD
    Sunfire TGP-5
    Sunfire TGA-7400
    Sony S300 Blue-ray
    RTi12, CSi5, FXi5
    SVS 20-39 CS Plus
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  • jdhdiggs
    jdhdiggs Posts: 4,305
    edited February 2007
    The 25 will have more volume but won't dig as deep as the 20 in stock configuration. Lowering the 25 to 20 by plugging the ports puts more stress on the amp and less volume than the 20-39 version would have in that area. Honestly, the 25 is probably the best deal of them all unless you're a complete freak. In which case, you'll need dual ultra's
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  • wingnut4772
    wingnut4772 Posts: 7,519
    edited February 2007
    jdhdiggs wrote:
    .... Honestly, the 25 is probably the best deal of them all unless you're a complete freak. In which case, you'll need dual ultra's

    :D:D:D:D:D
    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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  • Strong Bad
    Strong Bad Posts: 4,278
    edited February 2007
    Get the biggest one you can afford! Don't worry about whether or not you may or may not use it and if it's worth getting the bigger one. The answer is YES, it's worth getting the bigger one. There will be a time when you'll wish you had spent the money and got the bigger one.

    Again, get the biggest you can afford. I could afford the PC-Ultra and didn't look back.

    Wingy, you're my hero! ;)
    No excuses!
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  • Shizelbs
    Shizelbs Posts: 7,433
    edited February 2007
    RuSsMaN wrote:
    Find one with the features that you want, that fits your budget - and then buy the next most expensive one up the food chain. Stretch it, make it work, sit back and enjoy.

    Exactly what I was thinking. You can eat Top Ramen for a while. You can make your budget just that much bigger if you really want to. And you should. Once you get it, you'll be glad you did.
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  • TB Cruzer
    TB Cruzer Posts: 27
    edited February 2007
    I just bought a 20-39 CS-Plus yesterday. I've got plenty of powerful amps, so I thought, why not use one for the sub!
    Samsung 52" Flat Panel LCD
    Sunfire TGP-5
    Sunfire TGA-7400
    Sony S300 Blue-ray
    RTi12, CSi5, FXi5
    SVS 20-39 CS Plus
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  • Huck344
    Huck344 Posts: 453
    edited February 2007
    RuSsMaN wrote:
    Short answer? Any.

    As a general rule, I don't like to see people 'settle' with audio purchases. Stereo equipment is a luxury item. Like jewelry, sports cars, leather jackets, good burboun, etc etc. Why skimp on a luxury item, kind of defeats the purpose, no?

    Find one with the features that you want, that fits your budget - and then buy the next most expensive one up the food chain. Stretch it, make it work, sit back and enjoy.

    Think more in a long term solution mindset, vs a bandaid that will only cost more with upgrades down the road.

    Cheers,
    Russ

    I couldn't agree more. I debated back and forth on which SVS sub to get. Finally last week, I ordered the PC-Utra (probably one of their last orders). It was a bit more than I originally planned on purchasing. I got it yesterday and OMG it is freaking awesome!!! That being said, go with more rather than less. The initial cost impact will be greater, but you will save over the long term when you don't have to buy a new sub.
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  • Strong Bad
    Strong Bad Posts: 4,278
    edited February 2007
    TB Cruzer wrote:
    I just bought a 20-39 CS-Plus yesterday. I've got plenty of powerful amps, so I thought, why not use one for the sub!

    You go man! Unleash the evil upon Rockford! :D
    No excuses!
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