one good sub or 2 not so good subs?

[gliz]

I currently have a BIC 1220 downfiring sub. http://www.bicamerica.com/showpage.php?brand=2&type=8&spkrID=44
it is a really good sub for the $199 I paid for it. But I am considering the HSU
VTF-2 MK 3 sub.what do you guys thingk get another BIC or get the one HSU lil monster?

 

[Exit]

I woud go for the HSU.

 

[j_garcia]

One good one would be better than two average ones every time. I'd go with the HSU also.

 

[Alamar]

I'm a newb but my rule of thumb is 1xquality == quality. 2xmedicore == mediocre.

If possible try to listen to the sub that you want to get an idea of what it can do. Take some demo music & movies with you. I think that you'd be happier with the higher quality beast

 

[deedubb]

That's an easy one. HSU.

 

[GlocksRock]

I always say go for one good sub, but many here also say go with 2 to smooth out frequency response and possibly get higher SPL... I still say go for one good sub.

 

[no. 5]

It depends on how 'not so good' the not so good sub is compared to the good sub.

Consider that if the BIC is just slightly worse of a performer (output, extension, distortion, etc) than the Hsu, it would likely be better to have two BICs rather than one Hsu, because properly set up it will provide flatter frequency response than a single Hsu or BIC, higher output than a single BIC, and lower distortion than a single BIC. Adding it up, two BIC could give better performance than a single Hsu.

Keep in mind that the "could" in that last sentence hinges on the BIC having performance close to the Hsu, and that is unknown. I have yet to see comprehensive measurements of any BIC subwoofer.

 

[gliz]

Thanks for the input guys! I think that I am gonna pull the trigger in the HSU (wife willing ) and save the other for the bedroom system that I am working one. One last point. the BIC subs are really good for the price. it is a shame that no one has reviewed on. Mine has been a good one and if yiu are looking for a sub on the cheap, this one is a little monster (for $200 anyway.Wish me luck fellas when she gets here (haha)

 

[j_garcia]

I'm a newb but my rule of thumb is 1xquality == quality. 2xmedicore == mediocre.

Actually, it is 2xMediocre = a whole lot of mediocre. Output goes up, but quality remains the same.

Two subs COULD give you better response, it is not a guarantee that two will automatically give you smoother response and that also depends on how much time you want to spend setting them up.

At the $400 price point, I think the offerings from HSU will struggle a bit in a room that size. The SVS PB-10 can handle it though output might still be a concern. I had the PB-10 in a 19x20 vaulted ceiling room previously and output was not quite enough (for me )

 

[no. 5]

Actually, it is 2xMediocre = a whole lot of mediocre. Output goes up, but quality remains the same.

Perhaps, but if in room SPL increases compared to a single sub for a given input level, than gain levels can be run lower to achieve the same volume, general resulting in lower distortion, and higher sound quality. Likely not shockingly better sound quality, but better.

 

[j_garcia]

Perhaps, but if in room SPL increases compared to a single sub for a given input level, than gain levels can be run lower to achieve the same volume, general resulting in lower distortion, and higher sound quality. Likely not shockingly better sound quality, but better.

Again, it depends on the quality of the subs in question.

 

[gliz]

trigger pulled the HSU VTF2 mk3 is on the way !!. I kinda new the answer to this question but still wanted the input thanks guys

 

[leo1058]

great choice

 

[gliz]

the HSU VTF 2 MK3 is here!! it is extreamly impressive. I crossed it over at about 50hz with my arvp600 mains (MTM array 6.5 and silk dome) works great. still not done tweeking it yet but man what a great choice!!! now I have to upgrade my mains LOL