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Old 11-04-2009, 03:47 PM
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I am looking at a used Athena as-p4000 subwoofer. Here is a link:
http://www.amazon.com/Athena-15391-A.../dp/B0009WRUZ2

Is 50 bucks a good deal for a used one of these? Also, what things should I inspect before taking it?

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Thats a really good deal on that sub. Although its not a powerhouse I found Athena's subs to be pretty musical and provide a decent amount of punch for a small room.

You would want to loot at the amplifier for notable signs of damage, any burns.

Also check that the driver moves back and forth freely without any grinding. That will check for motor damage.

Make sure it powers on and check it with an output source.
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you didnt really state a price range, but IMO the best deal for sub is about anything from SVS or diy....

maybe take that $50 and put it twards a diy project and have a real a$$ kicker when your done...
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beware this will probably break your house.

Product Dimensions: 18 x 12 x 18 inches ; 9,999 pounds
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beware this will probably break your house.

Product Dimensions: 18 x 12 x 18 inches ; 9,999 pounds
Haha, I didn't notice that... 5 Ton subwoofer baby!!!!

Anyway... thanks for the help guys. Such quick responses! Awesome board.
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It's a great deal for a subwoofer. THAT subwoofer however, is quite the tubby fart whore.

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It's a great deal for a subwoofer. THAT subwoofer however, is quite the tubby fart whore.

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Tubby fart whore....

You mean it sucks?
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The Athena subs are ok but not great, and where known to have amp problems.

Spend fifty bucks more and get this TSC - ASW-8.

http://www.thespeakercompany.com/ASW...er-P61C17.aspx
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Spend fifty bucks more and get this TSC - ASW-8.

http://www.thespeakercompany.com/ASW...er-P61C17.aspx
I second this idea. Another option is a Dayton from Parts Express.
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These options are both double the price or more than the OP's original question.

Maybe we should find out what his actual budget is as there are a lot of half way decent subs at that price point.
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