Polk RM6000 8" sub...replace it NOW?

[Porschefan]

Hi,

Newb working on first system. I have purchased some use Axioms in very good condition: M22's, V150 and QS4's, but havent' installed anything yet. I'm still waiting on the AVR is Yamaha HTR-6160 (RX-V663) and the TV.

When I bought the Axioms, the seller included a Polk RM6000 8" sub, which is a unit that originally came as part of an inexpensive HITB system from Polk.

I don't know what kind of performance I can expect from the Polk unit, but I suspect that it won't be much, so question is: should I just start looking now for a replacement (or two?).

Any strong recommendations on what would be a good match for the Axioms and the Yamaha? Would an Axiom sub be "ideal," or is the concept of matching brands not partcularly applicable?

TIA for any advice/suggestions.

Stephen Porter
LA, CA, USA

 

[mazersteven]

Any strong recommendations on what would be a good match for the Axioms and the Yamaha? Would an Axiom sub be "ideal," or is the concept of matching brands not partcularly applicable?

Any quality subwoofer will work with your system.

www.svsound.com
www.hsuresearch.com
www.av123.com

 

[s52e368]

i like my ed a2-300

 

[bandphan]

Room size and budget will dictate alot choices.

 

[j_garcia]

You should replace it YESTERDAY.

 

[dorokusai]

You should replace it YESTERDAY.

I agree. I would only suggest the DSW series subwoofers from Polk Audio or the suggestions that Mazer linked earlier.

Mark
Polk Audio CS

 

[Sheep]

Buy 2 of whatever you get.

SheepStar

 

[j_garcia]

There's nothing wrong with an 8" sub, but you'll need something that is at least competent - AV123 has one that might do the trick, the X-Sub. Subs that come packaged in a set (aside from the likes of SVS) are generally not going to cut the mustard.

 

[mazersteven]

There's nothing wrong with an 8" sub, but you'll need something that is at least competent - AV123 has one that might do the trick, the X-Sub.

I would be considering this sub before the x-sub. JMO

Dayton HT Series SUB-120 12" 150 Watt Powered Subwoofer
http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&Partnumber=300-635

 

[j_garcia]

Whoa, the price went up about $20 for that guy. You will get more output from that guy, however it also doesn't go much below 25Hz.