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I prefer keeping the grills on my NHT SuperOnes even though they were designed to provide the flattest frequency response with the grills removed. The sight of too many relatives with dented tweeters and woofers from prying fingers has compelled me to put the safety of the speaker ahead of...

Actually, Harman did both software modeling and actual measurements (in a 20 x 24 x 9 room with multiple AKG-C98 microphones at ear level) to verify that real world results adhered to their theoretical models, which it did. Jack, you're right that absolute SPL is not specified. Their term is LF...

Has anyone has read Harman Audio's research on subwoofers? http://www.harman.com/wp/pdf/multsubs.pdf It's a pretty easy-to-read essay that addresses the issue of bass optimization while taking into account real-life limitations. I remember that Dr. Hsu has often recommended placing the...

If size is not a factor, then go for SVS or Hsu. The most efficient model is the SVS 20-39 PCi, since its tube enclosure is an inherently superior acoustic design, thereby making it one of the lightest top-flight 12 inch subwoofers with extension down to 18 Hz or so. But superior physics...

Hi, everyone. I'm a proud owner of an Hsu VTF-2 that I will giving to my friend as a wedding gift. It's been used in my 10' x 14' apartment living room for the last three years, and obviously giving up my sub affords me the chance to get something better for a little more money. I'm leaning...

NHT SuperOne's up front. Cambridge Soundworks Newton S300 for rears. Hsu VTF-2 subwoofer.

How about NHT SuperZeroes? I used to own these and they sounded great with a Velodyne sub. Not as small as the Gallo's but still compact. If you get the XU model, it comes with its own wall-bracket.

I vote for user-friendliness. Powered all the way. I prefer fewer components on my shelf. Saw a guy with shelves loaded with amps, laserdisc player, vcr, etc, and knew that was not the way to go. You want to have the right gear, but in the end, it's all about the show, not the gear. Besides...

For $300, I always recommend the Energy 8" sub to my friends. It's now called the 8.2. They all love it, and it goes in the living room with the main system.

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I own 3 NHT SuperOnes and a Hsu VTF-2 and love the combination. Because the NHTs are sealed, I can place them close to the wall and not worry too much about boomy response. Plus, I love the finish of the Ones. Black gloss all away. They have a much different sound than the Paradigm Atoms...

Those bass measurements are done in near-anechoic environments, to theoretically take the room out of the equation. But speakers really do exist in rooms, so best guess if that you'll get a little more bass than the 89 Hz measured by S&V, depending on your room and how close the N24s are...

The two formats signed their own death warrant the day they announced that the capacity for DVD-A and SACD would be 74 minutes per disc. We are living in a much more crowded world, in which space comes at a premium. Many, many people own a CD collection numbering in the hundreds, and that kind...

Go to Link Removed for the Pioneer 811s. They always sell it for $300, plus an additional charge for shipping. They're an authorized dealer and their service is top notch.

The VTF-3 and 1220 are both tremendous subwoofers. Dr. Hsu has the 1220 laying on its side in his demo room, so he definitely sees no problem trying to make the sale with that configuration. I was already mighty impressed with the VTF-2, which I bought from him. The VTF-2 extends down to 24 Hz...

Honestly, the best general track is a frequency sweep that goes down to 20 Hz. Stereo Review had this great track where the narrator announces the frequency as the test tone descends from 160Hz to 20Hz. Great to see where the peaks and valleys are on a cursory level. Btw, my Hsu VTF-2 has usable...

Stick with the NHT's. As for a subwoofer, the best affordable small sub is probably one of the velodynes, used. You could probably find a F1000 (14x14x14) for $400 or less on ebay or audiogon. It's a great woofer. Have had one since 1997. Awesome clean bass for its size. And it's sealed so you...

Brandon, You'll be very happy with the JBLs. John has really nice Paradigms, whose tweeters produce a little better resolutions than the JBL N24s, so it's understandable for him to prefer those over the JBL. And John is far advanced in the home theater hobby, so he's beyond entry level. As...

Brandon, You'll be very happy with the JBLs. John has really nice Paradigms, whose tweeters produce a little better resolutions than the JBL N24s, so it's understandable for him to prefer those over the JBL. And John is far advanced in the home theater hobby, so he's beyond entry level. As...

Depends on your music preferences. If you listen to vocal-oriented songs, a lot of bass won't dip too far below 45 hz or so. Speakers that go down to 80 Hz like the JBL should hold you over alright, esp. if you place them closer to the walls. That will actually improve their deep bass response...

Brandon, the Marantz receivers have a 100Hz and that caused a swarm of controversy on this forum, with people conflicted over their enthusiasm for the reputed high sound quality of Marantz receivers but unwilling to compromise on their need for a lower crossover to keep their sub...

Paradigm speakers seem to sound good with virtually all amps. Atoms or Titans will sound great. I'm a fan of NHT and have 3 SuperOnes up front. Don't forget to get a good sub, too. Of course, there are tons of good speakers in the 300-400/pair range. These are just a few options. Good luck.

Sound & Vision mag did a review of the Kenwood recently. They gave it high marks for performance, though they noted the field is crowded in the Kenwood's price range.

Paradigm speakers seem to sound good with virtually all amps. Atoms or Titans will sound great. I'm a fan of NHT and have 3 SuperOnes up front. Don't forget to get a good sub, too. Of course, there are tons of good speakers in the 300-400/pair range. These are just a few options. Good luck.

How do you feel about dedicated speaker brands, ones you can't necessarily buy at Best Buy? The most highly regarded speakers for $250 a pair would be the NHT SuperOnes. You can buy them from www.onecall.com for about $117 each. Something a little less costly, but still good is JBL's N26...

Check the latest STEREOPHILE GUIDE TO HOME THEATER. You'll find a review of the top of the line Hsu VTF-3 subwoofer. Can't believe Stereophile had the guts to test it out AND give it their Editor's Choice Gold Award.

I assume your dad already has a money earmarked for a DVD player, VCR, and software. You equipment list seems way overbudget, though. Is the $1500 budget a strict budget? If so, get a JBL NSP1 for $279 (from Link Removed) Onkyo TX-SR600 for $420 (from www.onecall.com) SVS 2531 or Hsu VTF-2...

I assume your dad already has a money earmarked for a DVD player, VCR, and software. You equipment list seems way overbudget, though. Is the $1500 budget a strict budget? If so, get a JBL NSP1 for $279 (from Link Removed) Onkyo TX-SR600 for $420 (from www.onecall.com)

The cheapest speakers I would recommend is the JBL N24 for $120 a pair. Plus, they're magnetically sheided, so you can place them close to a monitor if you like. I suspect the KLH speakers, being as cheap as they are, would not like being played too loud and do not possess very flat requency...

Hopefully they'll take the plunge and test an SVS subwoofer. Don't know if they'd be brave enough to. They still have yet to test a top-of-the-line Hsu Research subwoofer. Wonder what all these hi-fi dealers and custom installers would feel seeing that SVS and Hsu subwoofers beat the crap out of...