Powered Subwoofer for $100-150? (1 Viewer)

[Ken Burkstrum]

I'm trying to help my friend get a system setup. We've picked a reciever and speakers out already and he's willing to pay $100-150 for a powered subwoofer. From what I remember, people would usually suggest that Dayton 10 inch sub for a $100 subwoofer but I don't know if that's still the best choice or if it's still around so can someone help me out?

 

[John Garcia]

The Dayton should still be a safe bet at the price. At $199, you can get the Onyx X-sub also, though it is only a 8" sub, it was well reviewed at Audioholics.

 

[Ken Burkstrum]

I'm having trouble finding a place we can order the Dayton from can somebody hit me with a link?

 

[SethH]

Here's the 10":
http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/pshow...TOKEN=58960944

Here's the 12":
http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/pshow...TOKEN=58960944

Note that these underwent a design change a little over a year ago (Nov 2005, I believe). The reviews have gone downhill a little since then, but it is still probably the best bet for a close to $100 subwoofer.

 

[Ken Burkstrum]

thank you Seth!

 

[HT-EXT]

MCM has some descent powered subs on sale from time to time. The one my friends have recently purchased was a 10"/100w (part #50-7660). It is a down firing sub with a front firing port which makes it good for corner loading. If you use source code #611117 you can get it for about $80(add $20 for shipping) but that code is only good till 1/5/07. I have tested the sub and was please with the results but construction could be a little better. I don't think there is a better powered 10" sub on market for $100 IMHO.

HT-EXT

 

[zmurphy]

I must add a vote for the Dayton 12". I sold one to a customer of mine and it sounds great!

 

[Conchchowder]

Look for a Cambridge PSW. You can pick 'em up for a good price on Craigslist.