Subwoofer and Floorstanders

[snakeeyes]

If I was you, I would next try to get her to ok the PB2000 over the SB2000. The ported version will be much better.

 

[NorseMythology]

I think if I were to spend $800 I would opt for two RSL Speedwoofers or an extra $200 for the Monoliths, I ultimately want two subs but don't really want to spend $1600 on them.

I suppose with the Monoliths I would have the option to run it ported or sealed which would be a plus...

 

[snakeeyes]

I think if I were to spend $800 I would opt for two RSL Speedwoofers or an extra $200 for the Monoliths, I ultimately want two subs but don't really want to spend $1600 on them.

I suppose with the Monoliths I would have the option to run it ported or sealed which would be a plus...

The monolith 10 look like they are way better than PB1000. A single PB2000 with a pair of towers is another good option. If you go with bookshelf speakers for mains, you probably are going to want dual subs.

 

[lovinthehd]

The dual Speedwoofers sound like a nice compromise between a much bigger ported sub and a pair of sealed subs. The review here if you haven't see it....https://www.audioholics.com/subwoofer-reviews/rsl-speedwoofer-10s

 

[NorseMythology]

Here is Audioholics numbers on the Speedwoofer and the Monolith 10. other than size/weight/cost is there any sonic reason to go with the Speedwoofer?

 

[lovinthehd]

The Monolith 10 is the better sub as long as you (and your significant other and cat) don't mind the higher cost, and larger size and weight and lack of protective grill

 

[shadyJ]

Here is Audioholics numbers on the Speedwoofer and the Monolith 10. other than size/weight/cost is there any sonic reason to go with the Speedwoofer?



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Those numbers can't do not hold under an exact comparison, and, for comparative purposes, they should be considered 'ball park figures' at best. A couple other subs to consider in this range is the Hsu VTF-1 mk3 and the Premiere Acoustics PA-150. The VTF-1 mk3 splits the difference in deep bass output between the Monoprice 10 and Speedwoofer 10, but has a bit more mid bass punch than either. It also splits the difference on cost. The PA-150 can almost match the deep bass performance of the VTF-1 mk3, but has pretty monster mid bass output for the price, $500.

 

[NorseMythology]

The Monolith 10 is the better sub as long as you (and your significant other and cat) don't mind the higher cost, and larger size and weight and lack of protective grill

Well with her comment about enjoying watching the woofer move, I might be able to have the sub somewhere visible, and like I said she was expecting me to get a 15", and ultimately what it looks like and where it is will only be a roll of the eyes at worst.

The protective grill is my worry. I don't care about the cloth, they can ruin that and I can fix it I guess, just as long as they don't mess up the driver/surround lol.

 

[NorseMythology]

Those numbers can't do not hold under an exact comparison, and, for comparative purposes, they should be considered 'ball park figures' at best. A couple other subs to consider in this range is the Hsu VTF-1 mk3 and the Premiere Acoustics PA-150. The VTF-1 mk3 splits the difference in deep bass output between the Monoprice 10 and Speedwoofer 10, but has a bit more mid bass punch than either. It also splits the difference on cost. The PA-150 can almost match the deep bass performance of the VTF-1 mk3, but has pretty monster mid bass output for the price, $500.

Never heard of Premiere Acoustics so I checked them out, I think you mean the PA-10? The PA-150 is a $900 15" beast

I have read a lot of good things about HSU though, they are definitely on my radar.

 

[shadyJ]

Never heard of Premiere Acoustics so I checked them out, I think you mean the PA-10? The PA-150 is a $900 15" beast

I have read a lot of good things about HSU though, they are definitely on my radar.

PA-150, $500. It's performance has been verified here.

 

[NorseMythology]

PA-150, $500. It's performance has been verified here.

Oh boy, I am less certain what to get than when I started the thread, but that is great!

That seems like a pretty good deal. I did notice the box from the Amazon link said 90db 1m/1w sensitivity meanwhile their website said 85db 1m/1w

 

[NorseMythology]

Whoa, anyone have some familiarity with this?

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis91877-anthony-gallo-acoustics-tr-3d-12-inch-powered-subwoofer-nice-subwoofers

Metal catproof grill!

 

[lovinthehd]

Whoa, anyone have some familiarity with this?

https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis91877-anthony-gallo-acoustics-tr-3d-12-inch-powered-subwoofer-nice-subwoofers

Metal catproof grill!

Heard a little of the guy and his speakers but not anything about his subs. Better price used than retail for sure....nice looking, too. What's shipping cost?

 

[NorseMythology]

IDK I am only about 3.5hr away so I could probably pick it up or meet him.

 

[NorseMythology]

I see there was a pair of these on there some time ago for $1000 a pair plus shipping, Idk if this cat bought them and is reselling them and inflating the price, but the original seller and elsewhere have retail price as $999

 

[NorseMythology]

I keep coming back to those damn Rhythmik, I guess I can admit that I am sold on the servo idea.