Advice on a new Budget-Sub (to replace TSC 100-110)

[JP99]

Hey all ---

So my TSC 100-110 is dying, and I need a replacement. It was roughly $125 when I bought it, and I'm looking to keep the price in a similar range... since once I really dialed in the TSC, it worked very well in my small room.

Unfortunately, I've been unable to locate any of the old spec sheets for the 110, since TSC went out of business, their website dumped all the spec sheets... so it'll be hard to compare on a tech level, unless somebody can help dig up that old info.

Anyway, I know, I know... I should increase my range to $250-400 and get a better mid-level sub... but I really can't right now. Just bought a $2,000 TV and the wife will murder me if spend much more money. Plus, the room is so small, and I have two children under 4... so the opportunities to really enjoy a sub's full potential are few and far between.

Right now --- I've got a list of a few subs that I'd really like to get some input on.

Dayton 10" (Sub-100) --- $89 (free shipping)

Monoprice 12" -- $85 plus shipping

This Dayton says it goes down to 25hz...

Dayton 12" (Sub-1200) --- $129 (free shipping)

I think BIC makes good subs in the budget range, IIRC... but I can't dig any up right now.

Any other suggestions or comments on the subs I listed? One thing I would prefer is Down-Firing, since my 1.5yr old boy is known to destroy things. Seems having the woofer hidden under the box would be a good idea.

Thanks!

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

Bic America Venturi V1220 or V1020 maybe a decent choice (they cost almost the same, but I'd rec the v1220)
How big is your "small room" and is it open to other spaces?

 

[JP99]

Thanks for the quick reply.... I'll definitely put those BICs on my list to consider (and I see it's down-firing, a big plus).

The "tv room" is roughly 12x14 with a 9-10ft ceiling... it does open into an even smaller room, maybe 10x10.

 

[BoredSysAdmin]

Thanks for the quick reply.... I'll definitely put those BICs on my list to consider (and I see it's down-firing, a big plus).

The "tv room" is roughly 12x14 with a 9-10ft ceiling... it does open into an even smaller room, maybe 10x10.

the approx total volume is about 2545 cu ft - it way above small room and highly towards 3000 cu ft of medium size room.
Remember - the sub doesn't know where the HT space ends - it's "sees" all open spaces and tries to pressurize them..

I'd definitely reg going with the bigger 12" sub

Now, on such budget do not expect miracles - good subs cost a lot of money.
If you are serious about subs imo you should consider Outlaw Audio LFM-1 or LFM-1 Plus subs - Check their b-stock page often to spot a good deal.

I'd avoid the monoprice sub, Dayton Sub-120 has been heavily recommended before, but I never heard it in person or seen the measurements ..

Edit:
p.s: My tSc TST2 ROCKS !!

 

[theJman]

That budget will definitely present you with some challenges; remember, you're buying a speaker and amplifier in one, so $125 is not going to take you very far. That being said.. if you'd like some other options you might want to check out this thread.

 

[theJman]

Vann's has the Jamo C80Sub for just $300, which is an incredible price. But it's only on sale today.