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Speirthine

Audiophyte
My JBL Venue Sub10 won't come off of standyby. I tried troubleshooting multiple techniques, even plugging it into my old receiver, and now am realizing that I may need a new sub. I have had my JBL for several years though the last 6 it hasn't seen any use and I need some advice on getting a new one that will replicate the JBL, it worked well for me.

Here are the JBL Venue Sub10 specs on Cnet:
  • Detachable Grilles
    Yes
  • Amplification Type
    active
  • Speaker Driver Diameter
    10"
  • Speaker Driver Diameter (metric)
    254 mm
  • Nominal Output Power
    150 Watt
  • Max (RMS) Output Power
    300 Watt
  • Frequency Response
    27 - 150 Hz
  • Crossover Frequency
    50 - 150Hz
  • Output Features
    FreeFlow port
  • Audio Amplifier
    integrated
  • Connectivity Technology
    wired
  • Controls
    phase switch, power on/off, subwoofer volume control
Here is one that I am considering: Polk Audio SW111
  • Amplification Type
    active
  • Speaker Driver Diameter
    8"
  • Speaker Driver Diameter (metric)
    203 mm
  • Nominal Output Power
    150 Watt
  • Max (RMS) Output Power
    300 Watt
  • Frequency Response
    38 - 250 Hz
  • Crossover Frequency
    80 - 200Hz, 60 - 120Hz
  • Output Features
    Klippel distortion analyzer, Bass Reflex, vented
  • Audio Amplifier
    integrated
  • Connectivity Technology
    wired
  • Controls
    low pass filter, power on/off, subwoofer phase, volume
I would like to keep the price down as much as possible with the closest specs to the JBL. Any advice would be much appreciated.

My room spec if needed:

20' x 12'. The TV is centered in a 2.5' x 10' alcove facing almost centered my prmary seat that is roughly 10' from me, I could probally use an alcove corner to enhance the sub but I currently have a small 6' sub that I have facing out towards the 20' length of the room.

Thanks
Speirthine
 
Matthew J Poes

Matthew J Poes

Audioholic Chief
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m3incorp

Audioholic Intern
I agree with the above. I used the Dayton Sub-1500 for two weeks, while awaiting my HSU to arrive.
 
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