Need help choosing an amp 4 a JL 12W7 for new home-theater setup!

[Justin2184_JLAUDIO_FAN]

I have an extra JL AUDIO 12W7 I'm not currently using and I've been doing a bit of researching on what to get for an amp. I have 2 12W7's in my Xtreme Blazer running off a JL AUDIO 1000/1V2 and they sound absolutely great both in SQ and SPL, currently in my Xtreme Blazer I'm at 154dB with those two in my truck (that's because I have a 225+ amp alternator and AGM batteries to be able to give the JL 1000/1v2 as much power as it needs to run at its fullest potential... And if anyone knows about JL AUDIO they underrate their amps and subwoofers, so really that JL Audio amp is pushing 1000watts RMS when its peak total power is probably roughly 2000watts or a little more).

Currently I've been looking at the Dayton Audio SPA1000 or the Buttkicker BKA-1000-N.. but the Dayton Audio SPA1000 has some nice features on it that the Buttkicker doesn't not. I know that the 12W7 is 3ohm and the Buttkicker can handle 2 ohms, but it doesn't have the nice EQ setup on the back like the Dayton Audio SPA1000. I am planning to build a custom box for my JL 12W7 and also on the box make a place for the amp to be mounted on the back, and of course it will be made out 3/4 MDF or 1" MDF. I'm just wondering what I should go with, but I like the features on the Dayton Audio amp. I'm going to be purchasing a Sony STR-DN1060 Receiver with all new speakers.. I could use some suggestions on that.. I was going to get all Sony Speakers, but I'm thinking about getting Polk Audio speakers instead.. Something within a decent price range... As soon as I get some money rolling in I will be able to make this setup, I haven't been paid in over year and 2 months.. But I wanted to get some ideas... I was going to get a pair of Sony SS-CS3 Front Floor standing Speakers but I was looking at getting a pair of these Polk audio 75T Floor Standing Floor speakers or the one's below that model. Just wondering whether to just go with all Polk Audio or Sony.. but I've heard all good reviews on the Polk Audio speakers I looked up. So suggestions and everything would be good. The Sony receiver puts out 165watts rooms to each channel. I'm just using it in my man cave for right now.. My old Kenwood 5.1 system won't cut it, it's nice but it's 10 years old. Just looking for some help, any suggestions, and opinions.

Thanks, Justin

 

[WaynePflughaupt]

I wouldn’t pick the amp based on the EQ feature alone. Proper sub EQ will almost always require more than one filter, so plan on getting an outboard parametric EQ once you get the sub finished.

As for speakers I’d choose Polk over Sony any day, at least in this price range.

Little tip: If you have a subwoofer you don’t need large floor standing speakers. For example the 75T you’re interested in, Polk claims it’s good down to 30 Hz. However, the sub will handle everything below 80-90 Hz, so what’s the point of paying for big speakers with deep bass that isn’t going to be used? I won’t get into the “why” here, but it’s a law of speaker physics that it’ easier and cheaper to build a quality bookshelf speaker that it is a floor-standing model.

Point is, for what you’d pay for the 75T’s, that same money would get you an even better quality bookshelf speaker. Most good bookshelf speakers, even smaller ones, are good down to 50- 60 Hz, which is low enough to blend well with a subwoofer.

Good luck, and hope you see your money soon.

Regards,
Wayne A. Pflughaupt

 

[Justin2184_JLAUDIO_FAN]

I wouldn’t pick the amp based on the EQ feature alone. Proper sub EQ will almost always require more than one filte:r, so plan on getting an outboard parametric EQ once you get the sub finished.


As for speakers I’d choose Polk over Sony any day, at least in this price range.


Little tip: If you have a subwoofer you don’t need large floor standing speakers. For example the 75T you’re interested in, Polk claims it’s good down to 30 Hz. However, the sub will handle everything below 80-90 Hz, so what’s the point of paying for big speakers with deep bass that isn’t going to be used? I won’t get into the “why” here, but it’s a law of speaker physics that it’ easier and cheaper to build a quality bookshelf speaker that it is a floor-standing model.


Point is, for what you’d pay for the 75T’s, that same money would get you an even better quality bookshelf speaker. Most good bookshelf speakers, even smaller ones, are good down to 50- 60 Hz, which is low enough to blend well with a subwoofer.


Good luck, and hope you see your money soon.



Regards,

Wayne A. Pflughaupt





Thanks Wayne. I got a good setup in my room, it's just I'm wanting to do one for my man cave where I have my pool table and other goodies for inviting family and friends over to watch a game, TV show, movie, or listen to music. I'm thinking about going with Polk Audio, I just would like some good decent front floor standing speakers like I have in my bedroom. then a center, then a pair of side speakers and then 2 good back speakers like the front that will stand.. All together I'm going to be running 7 speakers all together. And have my 12W7 hooked up with an amp, but since I'm on a budget I was wondering whether to go with the Dayton Audio spa1000 or the Buttkicker 1000N. Keep in mind I'm on a budget.. But I've been leaning towards the Dayton Audio amp, but the Buttkicker handles 2 ohms. The Dayton Audio amp is 4 ohms, but I was thinking maybe the spa1000 would handle it till I can't get a different setup later on. I'm. Just wanting people to run ideas by me, but my main receiver will be a Sony STR-DN1060 since it's in my price range an I like the features on it.