Need subwoofer recommendation for an apartment

Basi Nanda · 07-23-2003, 09:14 PM

I have had my home theater set up since 1998, but never got into subwoofers due to the fact I live in an apartment and did not want to disturb my neighbors who live above me.

But lately I have been itching to experience what a sub feels like, and I would like some advice on what kind of a sub I can buy that I can keep down and still enjoy my movies without creating too much of a racket. Can anyone here help?

Basi Nanda · 07-23-2003, 09:28 PM

I have been eyeing the Passive SVS 25-31CS subwoofer. Is this good for an apartment?

Pablo Abularach · 07-23-2003, 11:14 PM

Basi,

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I have been eyeing the Passive SVS 25-31CS subwoofer. Is this good for an apartment?

It will be an incredible experience, if you havent heard an SVS before it will take your HT to the next level. I have an SVS 25-31PCi and defently the best investment I have ever made to my HT. But this things could not only scare the apartments but the whole block. You should consider if you are going to play the SVS to its capability, if not a good entry level sub could be,

Sony SA-WM500
Sony SA-WX700

If you have a little more cash you could go with a HSU VTF2, very good sub for the money.

But I still go for the SVS, once you hear one, you wount go back. But you will be hated by all your neighbors

Good luck with your sub hunting,
Pablo

Lew Crippen · 07-24-2003, 07:56 AM

Adire Rava @ $400

Curt C · 07-24-2003, 09:18 AM

Basi,
Do yourself a favor and check out the Velodyne SPL subs. Fantastic performance from a tiny box. Available in 8",10" and 12". What sets them apart is the very low distortion. Perfect for an apartment.
Curt

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Basi Nanda · 07-24-2003, 09:25 AM

Thanks everybody. I appreciate the information.

I wish readers in the TV/Display section would be this helpful in my quest for a widescreen TV. If any of you kind folks could please visit this thread and give me some suggestions I would appreciate it very much.

Basi Nanda · 07-24-2003, 09:28 AM

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But I still go for the SVS, once you hear one, you wount go back. But you will be hated by all your neighbors

I guess SVS is a no-go for me then, unfortunately. I was also attracted by the price, because it fits my budget nicely.

Pablo Abularach · 07-24-2003, 09:36 AM

Basi,

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I guess SVS is a no-go for me then, unfortunately. I was also attracted by the price, because it fits my budget nicely

Althouhg the SVS is super sub, with a lot of output and a great price, you can always trun it down with the gain control, or you can lower the volume with your reciever. But a ref levels this thing will make you appartment shake

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Sorry I cant help you with the TV, I have a Sony Wega 34', not high difinition, but I'm pretty happy (for now).

Basi Nanda · 07-25-2003, 02:45 PM

Thanks Pablo. Much appreciated.

Lew Crippen · 07-25-2003, 02:50 PM

You might start your own thread in displays with a more specific question about what you want Basi. I skipped over that thread altogether, as I’ve never seen that specific set (nor indeed any Phillips HDTV).

I do have some thoughts about 16:9 HD CRT displays, however.