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Subwoofer - thoughts on Rythmic F12

I currently have two SVS SB-12 NSD subs that I got maybe 6 years ago when they were on a close out sale.  I am upgrading my system and looking at the subs next - they make lots of sound and a good for movies but are often boomy or mushy for music - probably some room issues as well.  I 90% care about music but will still use them for movies. 

Do you think the Rythmic F12 would be an upgrade?  Any other suggestions in the $1000 to $1300 range.  I use line level inputs from a benchmark DAC3 for music. I would start with one and decide if I need another.  Thanks.  

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soix
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If I couldn’t afford something like JL Labs and could afford a little more than SVS then Rhythmic would be at the top of my list, and the F12 more specifically.  Excellent technology, build quality, and performance, and the only downside is that I don’t think they offer integration software but still wouldn’t be a dealbreaker for me because they’re so good.  I’d definitely get two at some point.  FWIW, and best of luck. 

rhg3
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Agree on Rythmik F12. I’m using a pair of them.

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bdp24
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One thing to be aware of is that the F12 is available with your choice of an aluminum coned-woofer (the F12), and with a paper coned one (the F12G, the "G" to signify GR Research, whose Danny Richie collaborates with Rythmik Audio’s Brian Ding).

Choosing between the aluminum and paper cone may be dependent upon whether you want to prioritize music, or movies. Rythmik Audio’s Brian Ding prefers aluminum cones for their greater stiffness (compared with paper)---less cone "flexing", Danny Richie the paper cone for it’s more "natural" (he feels) sound when reproducing music, especially that played on acoustic instruments.

Either one will be a worthwhile upgrade from the SVS SB-12.

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