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Subwoofer blues

I need help with narrowing down my sub woofer choice. I have $600.00 to spend and am not sure to buy used or new? My system consists of b&K AVP 1000, Citation 5.1, b&w dm620's and a nakamichi mb-10 using a x-dac. I listen to music but watch a lot of movies as well. I have listened to b&W and a few others but the bass seamed sloppy. PLEASE HELP Best regards Jim
vongwinner
oofda
19 posts
 
If your budget is limited, I would look into buying a used sub. Many can be bought for less than half of what you want. I know of a Velodyne servo 10 inch that is currently sitting at 222 dollars. It also sounds like you should stick with a sealed sub. because they tend to be tighter. Even though the Hsu is ported that is the best option if you want new.
sedond
1,387 posts
 
vmps has *by far* the best performance value per dollar. and, as far as music-listening is concerned, two subs are essential, to preserve proper soundstaging/imaging. bonus is ya get the same spl w/half the distortion.
mrcadillacmike
11 posts
 
I have owned a few and tried a lot, from B&W, Infinity, Carver, ect. Settled on the Velodyne CT-120. Very tight, not boomie. Has a 270 watt amp with an adjustable frequency and gain control. I use it mostly for music (smooth jazz) but watch an occasional movie sounds great. Circuit City sell's them around $580.00. Good luck
acuujim
207 posts
 
Read the reviews on the REL Strata II, then find a used one for around $600 - $800
eldragon
707 posts
 
I would also, go for ACI Titan II. Don't buy, 'till you check Audio Concepts in. Regards!
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