Small sub for 2.1 w/ LSi7s for music only

mdaudioguy
mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
edited July 2010 in Speakers
Looking for something along the lines of the Polk Micropro 1000/2000. They are just a bit outside my price range, even on Polkdirect. Must have speaker-level inputs and be relatively small, i.e. not much more than a cubic foot. Anybody else using something like this that they particularly like?
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  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,204
    edited March 2010
    If this is a musical Install then I suggest looking into the Martin Logan Grotto.
    Dan
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  • leroyjr1
    leroyjr1 Posts: 8,785
    edited March 2010
    mdaudioguy wrote: »
    Looking for something along the lines of the Polk Micropro 1000/2000. They are just a bit outside my price range, even on Polkdirect. Must have speaker-level inputs and be relatively small, i.e. not much more than a cubic foot. Anybody else using something like this that they particularly like?


    I'd definitely recommend the micropro subs for music. Be patient and you'll find one in your price range.
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited March 2010
    Another vote for the MicroPro.
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
    Thanks
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  • curved
    curved Posts: 664
    edited March 2010
    Have you listened to DefTech's Supercube3? You should also check out the Martin Logan Grotto or even the Velo's.
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  • dorourke07
    dorourke07 Posts: 298
    edited March 2010
    for price reasons, you can look at the smaller MartinLogan subs (compared to the Grotto & depth), maybe a used abyss fits your price range.
    Mains - LSi9's
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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited March 2010
    Great ideas all. I think I'll keep holding out for that micropro. The 505 just doesn't do it for me and at this point, I think it might be nice to keep it in the family.
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited March 2010
    You know...if you can't get the Micropro at a low enough price....you might want to think about the DSWpro 400.....it also has an 8" driver and decent specs (not as powerful wattage wise) but it might work for your purposes....it's probably 'fast' enough for music and, according to Polk it can get down to 30hz+/-3db..

    Give it a listen and see what you think?

    cnh
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  • rooftop59
    rooftop59 Posts: 8,121
    edited March 2010
    If you are willing to go used you might look at this older mirage bipolar sub:

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200451371681&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

    I have had one for about six months and it is very tight and articulate for music. Dual 8in woofers is separate sealed compartments. Extension down into the mid 20s. I was listening to the Greyboy Allstars the other day, a track where the bass player's five string is detuned to a low A and he walks down to it a half step a a time and the bps-150i never wavered, hit every note. Its a little bigger than you want, but its close and looks good with the shiny black top. Bet that guy would take 250, he just lowered his BIN (no affiliation). Anyway, just a suggestion.
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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited March 2010
    cnh wrote: »
    You know...if you can't get the Micropro at a low enough price....you might want to think about the DSWpro 400.....it also has an 8" driver and decent specs (not as powerful wattage wise) but it might work for your purposes....it's probably 'fast' enough for music and, according to Polk it can get down to 30hz+/-3db..

    Give it a listen and see what you think?

    cnh

    I thought about that, but have decided that Polk's best speaker line should be paired with their best sub line... warped, I know.:p So, I'm gonna wait for a deal on a Micropro...
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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited April 2010
    Somebody please make sure I don't buy one of these: http://emotiva.com/ultra_subs.shtm - not that I know ANYTHING about them... I'm just sayin'. :) I'd probably just end up selling it in a year...

    P.S. No speaker-level inputs. That does it for me. Moving on...
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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited April 2010
    xcapri79 wrote: »
    MicroPro 1000's were available for $350 earlier. I would be surprized if they didn't return to that price in the next while. There is always the PSW505 which is inexpensive and works well for music.
    ben62670 wrote: »
    Another vote for the MicroPro.

    Well, I've been watching and bidding patiently on polkdirect. They've been rolling out a few microPRO 2000's a week. The last several went for 360 to 380, with one as low as 336... I was determined to pay no more than 325 plus 25 shipping. Somehow today, I was able to get one for 300! I'm psyched! The specs on these little things are amazing. I cant wait to pair them with the LSi7s. The only downer was that I had to pay freakin' sales tax... Darn that Polk HQ in Maryland!!:rolleyes:
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  • Hawkeye
    Hawkeye Posts: 1,313
    edited April 2010
    Now you need to start looking for second one to make 2.2 system! Having stereo subs is the next best thing to........:D

    Gordon
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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited April 2010
    Hawkeye wrote: »
    Now you need to start looking for second one to make 2.2 system! Having stereo subs is the next best thing to........:D

    Gordon

    Darn you, Gordon!! Now I've got to go out back a throw some extra fertilizer around the money tree. :p
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  • Bernal
    Bernal Posts: 991
    edited April 2010
    VELODYNE OPTIMUN SERIES 12"(High Output Digital EQ SubWoofer 2400W/1200WRMS)

    01) DENON AVR-4308CI: Advanced 7.1 CH/5.1+2 CH/ 3.1+2+2 CH A/V Home Theater /MultiMedia Multi-Source/Zone Receiver with Networking and WiFi/170 watts x 7 channels
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    11) VELODYNE OPTIMUN SERIES 12"(High Output Digital EQ SubWoofer 2400W/1200WRMS)
    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=98096
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  • Hawkeye
    Hawkeye Posts: 1,313
    edited April 2010
    mdaudioguy wrote: »
    Darn you, Gordon!! Now I've got to go out back a throw some extra fertilizer around the money tree. :p

    Don't be a Scrooge, send some my way!

    Gordon
    2 Channel -
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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited April 2010
    Bernal wrote: »
    VELODYNE OPTIMUN SERIES 12"(High Output Digital EQ SubWoofer 2400W/1200WRMS)
    Nice sub, I'm sure, but well outside my price range and much larger than a cubic foot.

    P.S. Put your equipment list in your sig!!!
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  • dhart86
    dhart86 Posts: 1,594
    edited July 2010
    mdaudioguy....now that you've had the micropro sub for a while... what are your impressions? Do you like it paired with the LSi7. I am considering the same set-up for music. I currently have the PSW 505 and would switch to mp2000 for music
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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited July 2010
    dhart86 wrote: »
    mdaudioguy....now that you've had the micropro sub for a while... what are your impressions? Do you like it paired with the LSi7. I am considering the same set-up for music. I currently have the PSW 505 and would switch to mp2000 for music

    I ended up adding a second one for 2.2 channel. Ok, they're not really separate channels, as the .2 designation implies. Each one simply adds low end to each LSi7 channel. The performance of these subs is nothing less than stunning, when one considers their diminutive stature. They take up such little space, but have the ability to really let you know they're there. I have not heard a PSW505, but I am experienced with similar subs - you would not be disappointed, IMHO.
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  • Hawkeye
    Hawkeye Posts: 1,313
    edited July 2010
    Ed, I knew you'd get a second one! Congrats!

    Gordon
    2 Channel -
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    McIntosh C1000 Controller with Tube pre amp, 2 MC501 amplifiers, MD1K Transport & DAC, MR-88 Tuner
    WireWorld Eclipse 6.0 speaker wire and jumpers, Eclipse 5^2 Squared Balanced IC's. Silver Eclipse PCs (5)
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  • pearsall001
    pearsall001 Posts: 5,093
    edited July 2010
    Hawkeye wrote: »
    Now you need to start looking for second one to make 2.2 system! Having stereo subs is the next best thing to........:D

    Gordon

    You got it Gordon...stereo subs is definetely the ticket to nirvana!!! :)
    "2 Channel & 11.2 HT "Two Channel:Magnepan LRSSchiit Audio Freya S - SS preConsonance Ref 50 - Tube preParasound HALO A21+ 2 channel ampBluesound NODE 2i streameriFi NEO iDSD DAC Oppo BDP-93KEF KC62 sub Home Theater:Full blown 11.2 set up.
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  • mdaudioguy
    mdaudioguy Posts: 5,165
    edited July 2010
    Hawkeye wrote: »
    Ed, I knew you'd get a second one! Congrats!

    Gordon

    Yes, you did have to go and plant that seed... And then when the opportunity presented itself, I was powerless to resist! ;):D The problem is, it's getting crowded in my HT room. I need to separate this rig from my HT and get it set up right. It sure does sound good as is, and I'm positive that it's far less than optimal... Things can only get better. :)
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