New to Polk and could use some advice

Gadabout
Gadabout Posts: 1,072
edited December 2007 in Speakers
Been running Bose Lifestyle system for the past 6 years (I know, I know). I got pissed at them for dead ending my system. I figured since it was Xmas, I would go looking at new audio equipment. I found all the close-out pricing for polk audio and went to few stores so I could listen to the speakers.

I was pretty impressed with the sound and pleased with the prices so I figured I would get exactly what I wanted for Xmas. Well, almost exactly and that is the reason for this post.

After doing some good reading on these boards, I discovered that the sub I picked up with the discount offer probably isn't going to be what I wanted. So rather, than going and listening to some sales guy, could someone please make a recommendation on a decent sub in the $450 - $550 range.

Thanx in advance for your time,
Scott
Without music to decorate it, time is just a bunch of boring production deadlines or dates by which bills must be paid. ..... Frank Zappa
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  • AudioFilet
    AudioFilet Posts: 235
    edited December 2007
    The new Polk DSW series is supposed to be pretty good, although I have not actually heard them myself, & they are in your price range. For me personally, I am going to try Emotiva's new subwoofer system when it becomes available.

    How do you like that Audiosource amp??

    I have bought one of those, but not listened to it yet (I return to the US Jan 18).
    2 Channel rig:
    LSi9"s (modified xover's) & HSU Sub
    Harman Kardon HK 990 Amp
    Onkyo C-S5VL SACD
    Music Hall MMF 5.1
    Furman Elite 15

    HT rig:
    HK AVR-745 & Polk Monitor Series
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  • Gadabout
    Gadabout Posts: 1,072
    edited December 2007
    AudioFilet wrote: »
    How do you like that Audiosource amp??

    I have bought one of those, but not listened to it yet (I return to the US Jan 18).

    I got it off of Ebay yesterday. After reading these boards I knew I would need an amp for the RTi10's. I figured it was a reasonable price and if I didn't like it I could get most of my money back on the item.

    Once I get it hooked up, I'll post back here and let ya know.

    Thanx quick reply, I'll go take a look at them.

    Anyone have any opinions on the eD A3 - 300 Sub woofer? It comes with the optional 130v.2, which has been getting a few good reviews.
    Without music to decorate it, time is just a bunch of boring production deadlines or dates by which bills must be paid. ..... Frank Zappa
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,780
    edited December 2007
    Git yourself one of them there big **** Kicker subs. ;)


    Welcome to the Club, we hope you'll enjoy your new Polks for years to come. The new Polk DSW Pro subs should fit your needs.
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  • TroyD
    TroyD Posts: 13,093
    edited December 2007
    I have it on the advice of people that I trust implicitly that the DSW subs are real hifi contenders.

    Audiosource amps are great bang/buck items.

    BDT
    I plan for the future. - F1Nut
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  • phipiper10
    phipiper10 Posts: 955
    edited December 2007
    Lots of options so you can get the one that's right for you/your room.

    Quality stuff-
    http://www.hsuresearch.com/subwoofers.html

    http://www.svsound.com/products-sub.cfm
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  • Gadabout
    Gadabout Posts: 1,072
    edited December 2007
    Thanx for the information and references.

    I decided to keep it all in the polk family. I returned the PSW125 and ordered the DSW 500 and am looking forward to it's arrival.

    Thanx again
    Without music to decorate it, time is just a bunch of boring production deadlines or dates by which bills must be paid. ..... Frank Zappa
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  • janmike
    janmike Posts: 6,146
    edited December 2007
    Congrats and welcome.
    Michael ;)
    In the beginning, all knowledge was new!
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited December 2007
    Cool! Welcome to Club Polk.
    Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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