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12-03-2003, 02:43 AM
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Just got my HSU STF-2
actually I bought one yesterday that wouldn't turn on, so I returned it and got another one that seems to be working just fine. I haven't calibrated it yet but just from playing around it filled out my setup pretty nicely. I'm running 2 NHT SB-3 as my mains, an SC-1 as my center and my surrounds are a pair of old Spica SC-30's. I wanted a sub that would go pretty deep because the SB-3's already go down to 39hz and paying a few hundred for a sub that stopped at 30hz didn't make sense.
anyway, I got mine from CompUSA, which is (currently) selling the STF-2 for only $349, that's $50 cheaper than the factory direct price. I understand HSU is trying to get them to stop this, but if you live near a compUSA and have always wanted a serious sub, I suggest you head over in the next few days.
Noah G.
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12-03-2003, 05:57 PM
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The CompUSA site indicates that the amp for this subwoofer produces 250 watts. However, the HSU Research site indicates that 200 watts is provided via a BASH amplifier. What does your documentation state?
Oh, thanks for letting us know that CompUSA is selling this sub. In the latest sales circular for CompUSA, I saw that they are also selling H/K receivers and Wharfdale speakers - along with other goodies.
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12-04-2003, 12:39 AM
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the documentation on the box is the same as the HSU website 200 watts RMS, peaking at 800 watts. I think it's just a typo on the compusa website.
as to your other note, it would appear that compusa is actually starting up a whole home theater section with TV's receivers and all sorts of stuff. I was only interested in the sub as I already had everything else I needed but it might be worth exploring further.
Noah
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12-04-2003, 08:40 PM
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Hi all
It was in the L.A. Times that the owner of CompUSA bought the good guys a/v chain.
Regards,
TCIII
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12-04-2003, 11:30 PM
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How does this sub compare to the HSU VTF-2? Is the VTF-2 being replaced with this model?
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12-05-2003, 01:07 AM
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How does this sub compare to the HSU VTF-2? Is the VTF-2 being replaced with this model?
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The STF-2 is essentially like the VTF-2 in maximum .extension mode. There have been hints at new VTF-2 due out early next year...much like the VTF-3MKII
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12-05-2003, 02:21 AM
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there is a ton of info to be had by pouring through the forums on the hsu site. that's where I found out that CompUSA was selling the darn things.
Hsu Research Forum
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12-05-2003, 11:37 AM
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Compusa.com says that they are all sold out?
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12-05-2003, 11:44 AM
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Compusa.com says that they are all sold out?
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You might have to visit your local CompUSA store. Most of the stores were being "reworked" a few months back to handle the new audio gear that was coming in. I thought when I checked CompUSA.com a week back for this sub, it indicated "store pickup only" next to the order button.
Were my eyes telling me the right thing a week back? Hmm ...
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12-07-2003, 08:17 PM
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I went to CompUSA today and sure enough they do have the HSU STF-2. The price tag was missing though. That's a big sub! But for $349 or $399 it's a good deal. They also had the Ventriloquist system. I didn't get a chance to listen to them but how are those little things supposed to sound good with a 2.5" single driver?
CompUSA also carries Wharfdale and HK. Now I've got two HK dealers within a block of each other. CC is across the street. CompUSA had the HK 230, 330 and 430 models.
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12-07-2003, 10:38 PM
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Greg,
I have heard the Ventriloquist....very impressive for its size and cost. With a sub...say the STF-2, I think it can compete easily with other HT systems at the $700 mark.or even higher. The STF-2 will outclass most if not all the subs with those packages.
"The system works by using a center channel with extra inputs and outputs for the left and right channels. The center channel directs the 80 – 250 Hz bass from the left and right channels to the center channel’s large woofers. The remaining higher frequencies are sent to the micro-satellites."
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