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Don't forget, there are wireless options such as SVS's "Soundpath" solution. I think support for it is built into pretty much all of their products now.

I have the same problem. I plan to solve it by racking my amps and Pre/Pro in an adjacent room and running the speaker connections through the adjoining wall. This will free up the space I need for dual subs.

I anticipated this response and actually did seriously consider Seaton. There is a great deal on the Submersive HP+ package out there but, unfortunately, they're located in Minnesota. Even if they were proximal, personally, I would still likely go with SVS for the reasons you specified and...

Here's a thorough sealed vs ported discussion from Audioholics.

My sub was positioned directly behind my main seat before. I moved it to a front corner a couple of months ago [unfortunately before my UMIK-1 was ordered] and it seems to perform better in that spot. My front row seats are basically in the middle of the room so that's likely why. I've been...

Our subs were awesome for their day but preceded onboard DSP and likely several other improvements common in more modern designs across the spectrum. I'm now wondering if a ported model might be a better overall fit for me. I'm also reconsidering dual subs as I really only care about one...

If you're currently using a ported sub you might want to audition a couple of sealed models [if at all practical in these times] before making that commitment. They do have discernably different characteristics. I thought I was settled on sealed too but now I don't know. My mains go deep...

To be fair, I just took a closer look at Rythmik's specs for this model and now see it is available in a couple of variants. The latter is a closer [on paper] match to the SVS and the customizable nature of Rythmic's subs is a strong plus. HSU also offers some customizable subs but not to this...

Based on the below specs I honestly don't understand your conclusions unless you're seriously buying into their Direct Servo technology. Specs aren't everything but having never experienced either in-home, that's about all we have other than reviews. Still, I see your overall point and agree...

Yes, it will be interesting to get Dave's take. On quick comparison here is what I see of interest. Rythmik / SVS Warranty == 2yr electronics,5yr...

I did take a cursory look at Rythmik but, to be honest, was turned off by their web site. First, they're still using Abobe Flash, which is End of Life as of December 2020. I know that has nothing to do with their actual product but it's still not a great sign for a tech guy like me. I also...

With the Pre/Pro market in somewhat of a state of disarray I've decided now may be the time to upgrade my aging SVS PB12 Plus/2 sub. Unless I'm measuring wrong in REW [see post #65] the sub drops off substantially after about 60 Hz. After a good deal of research I've all but settled on dual...

Here are the mains measured with and without the sub. The legend shows which curve is for each measurement.

I thought I'd been working on them for maybe an hour and then realized it had been 3 hours. REW is really quite fascinating. Just scratching the surface. I also have another app called TrueRTA which is pretty nice.

These are the sub without the mains from each of my 3 front-row seats. I did capture the sub + mains. I'll plan to post those sweeps tomorrow.

Evergreen, so not far.

Here are my measurements for today. I turned off Audyssey and also corrected my HTPC's speaker config as it was previously set for stereo. Since I'm almost always playing encoded formats or 2 channel music it doesn't usually matter but in this case it seems to have made a difference. Also...

LPF for LFE = 120 Lowpass filter - Don't think so. Settings are as follows. Gain = 50% Phase = 0 Crossover = Disabled Subsonic Filter = Bypass Ports = 2 of 3 sealed Not sure what any of this means but the PB12 Plus/2 is a down firing sub. The ports are probably about 3ft from the front...

LOL - I was just talking to a work colleague in your area and she said she same thing.

Yea, honestly I don't know what to make of it just yet. The fronts were crossed at 40Hz but they were disconnected anyway for this sweep. The subs crossover was disabled which should have placed the Marantz in control. Maybe I need to try it again with Audyssey turned off since [of course] I...

Thanks Dave. I spent some time this evening and was able to complete some sweeps of my SVS PB12 Plus/2. Based on the results I'm assuming [hoping] I did something wrong. I basically loaded the calibration file, disconnected my LCR speakers and then had REW do a sweep from 0 - 130 Hz. As you...

Just received my UMIK-1 today and viewed the above guide. It has a lot of good information on sub and crossover setup but doesn't specifically discuss the use of REW. I'm sure I can find the correct guide so hoping to play around with it later this evening.

Thanks as always, guys. This will give me something to listen to while I'm supposed to be working tomorrow!

Right but the AVM70 comes with it's own mic. Does the 60 when it's new?

Thanks for sharing this! I have REW but don't yet have a suitable mic. My problem is I have a pretty large sub, which gives me only about three realistic choices for location. I tried them all some time ago and my ears didn't note any pronounced differences but I realize that means nothing...

I don't know if Dave has the latest version of ARC Genesis yet with the AVM60. Based on the demo I saw, it allows for incredible control over the target curves for all speakers, including the sub. It will take me some time to feel competent enough to handle phase and time alignment manually...

Thanks for the sealed suggestion. I hadn't even thought about that. Still, as previously stated, my next upgrade will be centered on freeing me from Auddysey. After watching demos of both ARC Genesis and Dirac Live, I am just amazed at the void Auddysey represents. I can't believe Marantz is...

Glad you brought that up. Whenever I run Audyssey it immediately identifies my sub as "too loud" and initiates a level-matching process. By the time I get it down to where Audyssey will continue it's usually around 30% tops, making me wonder if the PB12 Plus/2 is not just total overkill for my...

Unfortunately in my case, space is a limiting factor. I'll probably end up with dual 10's. The RSL "Speedwoofers" look interesting. I may end up auditioning a pair one day.