Of the ones I've tried here I'd say Rythmik.
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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@bdp24, are you sure about this. Last I heard some time ago their was a falling out, etc. etc. Thanks though man, I’ll look into this further my friend. Having an Accent is not a problem. :-) |
No @dabel, I’m just saying I hadn’t heard a word about a problem between TC Sounds and Rythmik. In fact, your mention of it is news to me. That doesn’t mean it’s not true, of course. But it does make me glad I got my woofers (four of the paper-cone 12’s optimized for open baffle use, two of the Rythmik aluminum-cone 15’s) when I did. I put the 12’s in a pair of open baffle W-frames built to Danny’s specs (viewable on the GR Research website), the 15’s in 4cu.ft. sealed enclosures of my own design (double-walled using 3/4" MDF, triple-layer baffle). I copied Jim Salk’s bracing (he builds his subs using the Rythmik kits, both 12" and 15"), the best I’ve ever seen. I put in braces every 6", front-to-back, side-to-side, and top-to-bottom. I find most hi-fi’s woefully lacking in the ability to make music visceral (too much head, not enough body). Good subs help a lot. |
Sorry for not being a little bit more specific in thee wee hours of the morning @bdp24, the show was last night :-) The falling out happened to be between TC & others, SVS specifically “I believe.” Wow, the Band killed it last night w/ PRAT btw. They were the last act at the Kensington Club. Take care of yourself, I’ve much respect for you. ;-)
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Hey everyone. Thanks for the advice. Very helpful. I ordered an F12 yesterday with the speaker level, LFE, and line in level inputs. Since Friday, I disconnected both subs, and have been liking the base better with just the speakers (F208) - I feel like I am picking up more detail in the bass notes and it is tighter. Super excited to try the new sub. I will ask this now but may start another thread. I will try it first with line level inputs out of a benchmark DAC3, but do you think I would notice any difference by using the speaker level inputs instead (connecting amp outputs to speakers and sub)? I doubt my ears could tell a difference, particularly at the low frequencies that I use the sub, but wanted to ask. |
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