Hi Audioholics!
I've been to a few small clubs recently that made me extremely addicted to the bass that you can actually "feel" in the music. I wanted to replicate that in my room so I've (mistakingly) tried all in one bluetooth systems (naim mu-so 2, Soundboks 3, B&O Beoplay A9) and was thoroughly unimpressed by the bass. My buddy asked me to give his system a try and it was powered by a SB-1000 with some JBL satellites and it was definitely in the right direction but didn't send chills down my spine. I mainly want to listen to music (EDM, R&B, Rap) and don't really have a hard budget in mind, maybe $4,000-$5,000 for everything? Although I wouldn't mind to spend a bit more if it's worth it. I'd like the sweet spot before diminishing returns but just have nothing to go off of.
So I'm looking into an SB-16 or PB-16. I'm getting mixed feelings through reviews and honestly don't know which to go with but I do think the SB-16 looks prettier? For reference, my room is around less than 3,000 cubic feet. I hate distortion with a passion and turn down volume the second I sense any. I'm also not oppose to adding a second in the future if it's necessary. Is there such a thing as overkill? If a sound system is perfect for a 5,000 cubic feet room and it was tested in a 3,000 cubic feet room would it generally sound better or just wouldn't cost as much volume to produce the same results?
I understand I might sound a bit derpy but please let me know if I need to list any more information that'll ultimately factor into my decision. Also, what kind of loudspeakers do you guys recommend to pair with an SB-16/PB-16? I was just leaning towards a pair of the SVS Ultra Bookshelf. What would be the best way to play music from my iPhone or laptop via Spotify/Tidal? Would I just need a bluetooth DAC tied to the system? I'm also open to any and every suggestion.
Located in Pasadena, CA.
