Suggestions for a compact subwoofer
I'm in the market for a used compact sub woofer to replace my18"x18"x15" Dayton sub.
Looking for suggestions and recommendations.
I want to keep the size around 12" cubed.
Room size is approx 2200 cubic ft.
I like to keep the cost <$500.00
Here are some that I know of that are about the right size, don't know about the prices though.
Sunfire True subwoofer Jr
Sunfire True EQ
Minivee
Definitive SuperCube
edit: the velo dd10 was out of my price range even used , so I removed it.
Anyone know of any others?
Looking for suggestions and recommendations.
I want to keep the size around 12" cubed.
Room size is approx 2200 cubic ft.
I like to keep the cost <$500.00
Here are some that I know of that are about the right size, don't know about the prices though.
Sunfire True subwoofer Jr
Sunfire True EQ
Minivee
Definitive SuperCube
edit: the velo dd10 was out of my price range even used , so I removed it.
Anyone know of any others?
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Second on the Sunfire. The only other one to consider would be the Velodyne Minivee. I know SVS makes a smallish sub, but I don't think it's very smallish in reality compared to the sunfires and velodynes.Monitor Audio GR 60, GR10, GRLCR
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Thanks for the input so far folks.
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Sunfire is definitely a good choice. But check out www.earthquakesound.com , specifically their Earthquake SuperNova subs. Same design and idea as Sunfire.
http://www.earthquakesound.com/subs.htm
You could probably find used Earthquake Supernova cheaper than Sunfire sub.Panasonic PT-AE4000U projector for movies
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why nobody recommends Outlaw LFM-2 and Martin Logan Dynamo (is 12'' cubed and ML can be found on the net for < $500)
actually Outlaw has 2 new subs: LFM-1 EX and LFM-1 compact
also this is pretty much the same as outlaw:
http://www.hsuresearch.com/ -
I thought SVS made a compact sub also. the SB12 plus or something like that.Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!
Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:
http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=73580 -
why nobody recommends Outlaw LFM-2 and Martin Logan Dynamo (is 12'' cubed and ML can be found on the net for < $500)
actually Outlaw has 2 new subs: LFM-1 EX and LFM-1 compact
also this is pretty much the same as outlaw:
http://www.hsuresearch.com/
The Outlaws and HSU are too big for what I want to do.
Outlaws compact sub is (HxWxD) 16.75" x 13 " x 19 "
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PSB has some Ultra Compact Subs
http://www.psbspeakers.com/audioTopics.php?fpId=106&start=0&utm_source=newsletter&utm_mediumI like speakers that are bigger than a small refrigerator but smaller than a big refrigerator:D -
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Velodyne Minivee is great little sub.engtaz
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I would wait and get your ears on the upcoming PSW111. It's a great little subwoofer and fits your requirements exactly.
http://www.polkaudio.com/homeaudio/products/psw111/
There is another model coming out later that has built-in room DSP but I don't recall the model number.CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint. -
I would wait and get your ears on the upcoming PSW111. It's a great little subwoofer and fits your requirements exactly.
http://www.polkaudio.com/homeaudio/products/psw111/
Thanks, but I'm looking for something that digs a little deeper.
psw111 specs; Overall Frequency Response...38Hz-250Hz -
The Outlaws and HSU are too big for what I want to do.
Outlaws compact sub is (HxWxD) 16.75" x 13 " x 19 "
I didn't realize the ML Dynamo was so small.
specs for Dynamo:
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yea, man. i have a dynamo, and i can't imagine any more bass in my ht room. the thing is sexy, black and dangerous. just like i like my women.;)
oh, and the warranty just CANT get better. at around 500 bucks this sub is heaven. most accurate sub i have ever heard.At Home:
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Panamax 4300EX
Polk RTi8's
Polk CSi3's
Polk FXi3's. (x2)
Martin Logan Dynamo (x2)
Audioquest interconnects and wires.
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ilikesound wrote: »yea, man. i have a dynamo, and i can't imagine any more bass in my ht room. the thing is sexy, black and dangerous. just like i like my women.;)
oh, and the warranty just CANT get better. at around 500 bucks this sub is heaven. most accurate sub i have ever heard.
Thanks for chiming in, I was about to ask if anybody owned a Dynamo.
How big is your HT room?
I am definitely leaning towards the Sunfire Jr. but kolyan2k piqued my interest in the Dynamo, although it's a little bigger than I wanted, and doesn't go quite as low as I would prefer.(edit;oops read the specs wrong, it does go down to 25.)
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Stay far away from the Definitive Supercube..
They list -10db low FR content...
So you figure they actually do like 30-25hz realisticly..- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit. -
Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote: »Stay far away from the Definitive Supercube..
They list -10db low FR content...
So you figure they actually do like 30-25hz realisticly..
LOL okay, I'll heed your warning.
I read somewhere today that they kind of inflate their specs for the supercube. -
They don't inflate...
They just dont rate them like everyone else.
There is no standard.. so if you want to post -10db FR - whos to say you cant??- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit. -
Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote: »They don't inflate...
They just dont rate them like everyone else.
There is no standard.. so if you want to post -10db FR - who's to say you cant??
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Thats a great question.
Might as well... get a SPL meter - some test tones and bring them in your own room and give it a whirl!- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit. -
I will say this
SVS is very true to their specs...
VMPS is as well...
HSU is
Polk is
Velodyne is- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit. -
Haven't heard the subs on your list, but I used to own the Martin Logan Dynamo and was VERY impressed. I found it fast and musical...very capable of keeping up with my then Martin Logan Aeon i mains.
As a bonus, it converts to either front- or down-firing. Cool little sub.Von Schweikert VR4-jr
Valve Audio Predator
Denon DVD-2900
PS Audio Digital Link III w/Cullen Level IV Mods
Pro-Ject Xpression w/Blue Point No. 2
Graham Slee Special Edition 2
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Were do you get the sunfire? I cant find it online.
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So...Whachaget?
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