New help deciding on two subs :/

[Curtissp]

Good evening and thank you for welcoming to this site.
Ever since I was in my teens I appreciated great sound.
But sadly I don't know much about frequency are home audio all together.

But in my price range I came across these two subs I been looking at
The Polk PSW125
And The BIC PL-200
Can someone tell me which would be the better choice and why
Thank you very much for your time.

 

[rojo]

Hey Curtis, and welcome!

Between those two subs? Go for the BIC. Stronger amp, plays deeper, not much of a contest there.

Also within this similar price range, consider the Hsu STF-2. The enclosure is very well braced / built, and it'll be an articulate and musical sub while still providing excellent ground pounding for movies.

 

[bushido]

Hello Curtiissp and welcome.

I'm new here too, and started a thread here in Beginners with "possibly the stupidest question...." in the title.

The group had been amazing and generous with their responses about subwoofers. I'm a carpenter, and consequently the gang turned me onto a DIY Dayton sub that, in my novice opinion might be superior (and possibly quite a bit more so) than the ones your are looking at...if you can put in some screws! It's a 15" monster!

So take a minute and scan the thread...there's some great stuff in there for newbies.

And as the wise man says..."never be in a hurry to spend money"

Best of luck,

Onward and upward
Puff

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

as Bushido said. the original mentioned subs are simple put terrible:
Get this
Dayton Audio 15" Reference Series HO Subwoofer and Cabinet Package
and try go get good deal on pro amp like this one:
Amazon.com: Crown XLS1000 Power Amplifier: Musical Instruments

Used would be fine.

Cheaper alternative, but you'd have to deal with pro-style connectors - Amazon.com: Behringer NU1000 iNuke Ultra-Lightweight, High-Density 1000-Watt Power Amplifier: Musical Instruments

 

[bushido]

...time out, I don't recall saying "terrible."

Are you near Massachusetts Curtis? Though I know nothing about Mirage Subs...this guy has a pair of 15" for $450 obo Pair 2 Mirage FRX S15 Subwoofer | eBay

 

[zieglj01]

The only sub under $250 - that I would maybe think about is the
JBL ES250 at JBL/Harman
ES250P | Powerful 400-watt subwoofer for your home theater | JBL US

I would at least aim for the HSU STF-2 that was linked post #2

However, if you can do DIY - then go back to post #4

 

[Curtissp]

Thanks for the warm welcoming everyone.
The Dayton Audio seems like a very nice setup!
But sadly, I'm not much of a carpenter and this would probably over power my Polk 65t monitors in front... (I know these 65t's are trash speakers but $120 each seemed like a steal) Powered by a Denon AVR 3805

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

Thanks for the warm welcoming everyone.
The Dayton Audio seems like a very nice setup!
But sadly, I'm not much of a carpenter and this would probably over power my Polk 65t monitors in front... (I know these 65t's are trash speakers but $120 each seemed like a steal) Powered by a Denon AVR 3805

Dear OP, You have a very nice (old, but still very nice) receiver, but as long as you continue to buy trash speakers, all you will hear is trash

 

[zieglj01]

Thanks for the warm welcoming everyone.
my Polk 65t monitors in front... (I know these 65t's are trash speakers but $120 each seemed like a steal) Powered by a Denon AVR 3805

I would think about upgrading the speakers first.

 

[bushido]

Well here's a set of speakers that might be a tad outside of your budget...LMAO Magico Mini II $30 000 Audiophile Bookshelf Speakers Stands Crates | eBay

Can someone explain how a set of speakers can be on 50% off and StiLL cost $14,000???? I could pay a band to follow me around and play live for that kinda dough.

 

[Curtissp]

Dear OP, You have a very nice (old, but still very nice) receiver, but as long as you continue to buy trash speakers, all you will hear is trash

I know.. But sadly on a budget
Was hoping if I got a decent sub it would make a great difference in the sound.
I scored the receiver on Craigslist for $120

 

[Irvrobinson]

Well here's a set of speakers that might be a tad outside of your budget...LMAO Magico Mini II $30 000 Audiophile Bookshelf Speakers Stands Crates | eBay

Can someone explain how a set of speakers can be on 50% off and StiLL cost $14,000???? I could pay a band to follow me around and play live for that kinda dough.

But not a very good band.

 

[bushido]

Would dual 15's be too much? JBL MP 225S Dual 15" Sub Woofer

FYI: In case you were not aware searchtempest.com allows you to search all of Craigslist...just input your zip code an your search distance

 

[rojo]

That's a pro audio sub. Pro audio subs generally have a -3dB point around 40 Hz. Great for bass guitar and keyboards, but not well suited for home theater use.

I use searchtempest from time to time, and I really like it. It's not really practical for something as expensive to ship as a subwoofer, though.

 

[bushido]

While you are here Rojo, what about this 21" Velodyne for my set up? Could this thing actually thump all 3 of my adjoining rooms?

velodyne 21 inch 1250watt subwoofer

 

[crossedover]

Buying a used sub is tricky business and especially one that old.
Just noticed it said 21", I don't remember velodyne making anything larger than 18

 

[rojo]

You might need a crane to help you put it where you want it to go, but it would rattle your house. I wouldn't guarantee that it would pressurize the air in other rooms, but it does appear to be an impressive sub for one room. It'd be worth an audition for sure if you live nearby and the seller would allow it.

 

[crossedover]

That looks like a HGS series which was up to 18". Also depending on the version the amps had a lot of problems requiring replacement. Cost was around 500 for a new amp.

 

[bushido]

Well there is no Mrs. Bushido currently...not sure if it would work as a dining room table though....