Subwoofer for TSI Setup

Ploegs
Ploegs Posts: 12
edited January 2010 in Speakers
I have purchased the Tsi500, CS20, and Tsi200 for my 5.1 set up (expecting to arrive this Thursday).

I have been bidding on some DSW600 on Ebay Polk Audio Direct, but have had no such luck winning any of the bids.

The question I have is on Newegg, I saw a deal for the PSW505 12" for $249.00 plus free shipping. I Had been bidding around $400.00 for the refurbished DSW600.

Is buying the PSW505 sub worth the $200.00 in savings? Will I be missing anything if I went with this sub? This is my first full on HT (always had HTIB), so I don't think I have a trained ear.

Please let me know. I would like to try and get a sub ASAP, so i can really complete my system.

Thanks for any advice or comments.

Mike
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  • coolsax
    coolsax Posts: 1,825
    edited January 2010
    I have a 505 with my setup, which is similar to yours b/c the monitors are essentially the older model to the TSI's though your fronts and center are one grade up from mine. I mostly like the 505, but I find that if i want good rumbling for HT I have to put the volume on it closer to 3/4 way instead of half way, like most people suggest.. however half way on most 2channel applications is great.. I think its fairly musical and really enjoy hearing the lower level of electric and string bass that it produces. that being said I've heard that the DSW series Subs are a lot better than the PSW and it migth be worth the extra few bucks. You also might want to consider the Micropro 1000 that are on polkdirect from time to time too, I know quite a few people on here really like it.
    Main 2ch -
    BlueSound Node->Ethereal optical cable->Peachtree Audio Nova 150->GoldenEar Triton 2+
    TT - Pro-ject Classic SB with Sumiko Bluepoint.

    TV 3.1 system -
    Denon 3500 -> Dynaudio Excite 32/22
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  • Ploegs
    Ploegs Posts: 12
    edited January 2010
    I have been looking at the Micropro 1000, but didn't know how much the 8" would compare to the 12". Like I stated before, i am pretty new to audio and home theater, but I do try to read as many comments, reviews, etc. as I can.

    Can you explain the difference in power (1200 compared to 200) between the DSW600 and Micropro 1000? Will the 8" be ample enough for a 16x17 room open to the kitchen?

    Mike
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  • Amherst
    Amherst Posts: 695
    edited January 2010
    Ploegs wrote: »
    Will the 8" be ample enough for a 16x17 room open to the kitchen?

    Mike

    The Micro Pro 1000 will probably knock your windows out of that small room if you don't board them up before using.:eek:
    Parasound C1, T3, HCA-3500, HCA-2205A, P/DD1550, Pioneer DV-79avi, Oppo BDP-83, WD Media Server W/HDD,
    Dynaudio Contour 3.3, Dynaudio Contour T2.1, Polk OWM3, Polk DSW micropro 1000 (x2),
    Pioneer Kuro 50" Plasma, Phillips Pronto Control w/Niles HT-MSU.
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  • Ploegs
    Ploegs Posts: 12
    edited January 2010
    Does anybody know anything about Newegg? Are all the items they sale on there new? They have the DSW Micropro 1000 for $349 + Free Shipping. Would this be a new sub?

    Mike
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  • coolsax
    coolsax Posts: 1,825
    edited January 2010
    yes it is a brand new product and Newegg is a great place to get polk gear...
    Main 2ch -
    BlueSound Node->Ethereal optical cable->Peachtree Audio Nova 150->GoldenEar Triton 2+
    TT - Pro-ject Classic SB with Sumiko Bluepoint.

    TV 3.1 system -
    Denon 3500 -> Dynaudio Excite 32/22
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  • wutadumsn23
    wutadumsn23 Posts: 3,702
    edited January 2010
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    HT Rig
    Receiver- Onkyo TX-SR806
    Mains- Polk Audio Monitor 70
    Center- Polk Audio CS2
    Surrounds- Polk Audio TSi 500's :D
    Sub- Polk Audio PSW125
    Retired- Polk Audio Monitor 40's
    T.V.- 60" Sony SXRD KDS-60A2000 LCoS
    Blu-Ray- 80 GB PS3


    2 CH rig (in progress)
    Polk Audio Monitor 10A's :cool:

    It's not that I'm insensitive, I just don't care.. :D
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  • wutadumsn23
    wutadumsn23 Posts: 3,702
    edited January 2010
    Ploegs wrote: »
    The question I have is on Newegg, I saw a deal for the PSW505 12" for $249.00 plus free shipping

    It's actually on sale right now for $229.99 with free shipping, promo code EMCLMMN29. :D
    coolsax wrote: »
    yes it is a brand new product and Newegg is a great place to get polk gear...

    +1 All brand new in box items with extended warranties available.

    -Jeff
    HT Rig
    Receiver- Onkyo TX-SR806
    Mains- Polk Audio Monitor 70
    Center- Polk Audio CS2
    Surrounds- Polk Audio TSi 500's :D
    Sub- Polk Audio PSW125
    Retired- Polk Audio Monitor 40's
    T.V.- 60" Sony SXRD KDS-60A2000 LCoS
    Blu-Ray- 80 GB PS3


    2 CH rig (in progress)
    Polk Audio Monitor 10A's :cool:

    It's not that I'm insensitive, I just don't care.. :D
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  • madnod
    madnod Posts: 79
    edited January 2010
    the DSW pro 600 goes lower than the 505, this is an important fact, however from power perspective they are similar, i prefer a sub that can go lower anyday over power.
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  • Ploegs
    Ploegs Posts: 12
    edited January 2010
    I actually purchased the DSW Pro 600 from Polk EBAY Direct yesterday.....should arrive within a week (hopefully). Cannot wait to set up my system....entertainment center and speakers come in tomorrow......i will post before and after pics when i am done.
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  • Leer
    Leer Posts: 7
    edited January 2010
    Grats on the sub.... grumble grumble I wanted it :)
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  • wutadumsn23
    wutadumsn23 Posts: 3,702
    edited January 2010
    Ploegs wrote: »
    I actually purchased the DSW Pro 600 from Polk EBAY Direct yesterday


    Wise choice, the DSW is a better all around sub from what I have heard, due to it's musicality. Although the 505 is no slouch either, both would have made for a wise choice. Let us know how it does for you.

    -Jeff
    HT Rig
    Receiver- Onkyo TX-SR806
    Mains- Polk Audio Monitor 70
    Center- Polk Audio CS2
    Surrounds- Polk Audio TSi 500's :D
    Sub- Polk Audio PSW125
    Retired- Polk Audio Monitor 40's
    T.V.- 60" Sony SXRD KDS-60A2000 LCoS
    Blu-Ray- 80 GB PS3


    2 CH rig (in progress)
    Polk Audio Monitor 10A's :cool:

    It's not that I'm insensitive, I just don't care.. :D
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited January 2010
    Ploegs wrote: »
    I actually purchased the DSW Pro 600 from Polk EBAY Direct yesterday.....should arrive within a week (hopefully). Cannot wait to set up my system....entertainment center and speakers come in tomorrow......i will post before and after pics when i am done.

    Good choice, the DSW will actually outdo the micropro 1000 for HT...but the 1000 is a bit tighter for music...however the 600 is NO slouch there either.

    It's the PERFECT match for TSIs..

    Enjoy!

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

    Polk Lsi-7s, Def Tech 8" sub, HK 3490, HK HD 990 (CDP/DAC), AKG Q701s
    [sig. changed on a monthly basis as I rotate in and out of my stash]
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