Good sub for $300??? (1 Viewer)

[Kevinkall]

I currently have the Sony WM40 sub and I'm looking to upgrade. I have $300-$400 to spend. I'm looking for a better sounding sub that is a step up from the Sony. I will be matching this with my Paradigm Atoms and the Paradigm CC-170 center. It will be used for 80-90% movies. Any suggestions? I was thinking about doing a DIY sub, if it could be done in this price range.

 

[Lew Crippen]

Adire Rava for $400 is a real price performer.

 

[Curt C]

For $300-$400, I'd check out the Velodyne CHT-10 or better yet find an open box CHT-12 at Circuit City. They're great budget home theater subs.
Curt

 

[RobWil]

The Infinity IL120S can be had on ebay for $300....refurb but full manufacturer warranty and a very nice sub. Normally retailed for close to a grand.

 

[John Garcia]

$399 HSU VTF-2 B-stock.

 

[Jeff Aguilar]

I really believe that you will get a much better product from HSU, Adire Audio or SVS than any store bought sub, especially in this price range.

Jeff

 

[John Pine]

I second the Velodyne! But try and get the CHT-12, if possible.

 

[brandon*b]

I would check out the Infinity Entra 2 Sub. 12" 250W. It's on sale at Crutchfield for $350. I have the Entra 1, a 10", and I am very satisfied. Wish the 12" would have been on sale at the time.

 

[Stephen Hopkins]

The Sony WX700 w/ dual 10" drivers in a push/pull arrangement and a 250W amp looks intruiging, but I personaly would either go w/ the Adire Rave or DIY (Shiva, Tempest, AV12, AV15, etc).

Hope this helps

 

[Kevinkall]

Thanks for all the suggestions!

Any thoughts on the Paradigm PDR10? Would that be a step up from the Sony WM40? Thanks.