I think many would argue that the Polk would be a better choice with the prices being equal. It is likey a better choice for music but will also do well with movies
Would polk be good choice... I don't want to get my wife divorce me... 12" might be a tad too much... LOL... Even now with my current 8" Infinity Sub I cannot crack it up.
I did cancel my order on amazon for psw505... I don't why but my after reading more comments at least to me it seems psw505 is loud, but it can be muddy. I don't need a lot of punch... My current Infinity 8" is "ok", but since it is going upstairs I wanted something similar, maybe just a little bit more punch. I have good neighbors and wife with kids sleeping upstairs when watch movies in my cave in the basement... Perhaps I need more of a musical sub, with less HT impact... I'm sorry guys if this doesn't make sense...
I wanted to get S10.3 to match my C500s/C100 setup, but NE (US) won't ship the item to US (so I can pick it up and bring it back home) because my VISA has Canadian address. So in the way I'm stuck with amazon.com and I have to chose something from there...
I went through budget subs thread, but there is way too many options for me to decide...
Did I make a mistake and I should still order psw505???
I did cancel my order on amazon for psw505... I don't why but my after reading more comments at least to me it seems psw505 is loud, but it can be muddy. I don't need a lot of punch... My current Infinity 8" is "ok", but since it is going upstairs I wanted something similar, maybe just a little bit more punch. I have good neighbors and wife with kids sleeping upstairs when watch movies in my cave in the basement... Perhaps I need more of a musical sub, with less HT impact... I'm sorry guys if this doesn't make sense...
I wanted to get S10.3 to match my C500s/C100 setup, but NE (US) won't ship the item to US (so I can pick it up and bring it back home) because my VISA has Canadian address. So in the way I'm stuck with amazon.com and I have to chose something from there...
I went through budget subs thread, but there is way too many options for me to decide...
Did I make a mistake and I should still order psw505???
crazyrob425 is right. The F12 is not a more detailed speaker than the Polk. Get your order placed before Newegg ends the sale. Amazon will likely raise the price up.
I have the Polk in my basement and although the room is a bit bigger, I've never been impressed by it. If your budget is firm, by all means I don't think you will find a better buy. However, if you can swing for the emotiva, hsu vtf, or outlaw you will be much happier in the long run.
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I have the Polk in my basement and although the room is a bit bigger, I've never been impressed by it. If your budget is firm, by all means I don't think you will find a better buy. However, if you can swing for the emotiva, hsu vtf, or outlaw you will be much happier in the long run.
Have you done a subwoofer crawl for the optimal placement? I have found something as simple as that makes my 8" cheapo sub impress me even though I know it's far from amazing
To the OP the emotiva is a great small sealed subwoofer but if HT is your preference I would look to other subwoofers as it only drops down to 30hz before it rolls off
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Have you done a subwoofer crawl for the optimal placement? I have found something as simple as that makes my 8" cheapo sub impress me even though I know it's far from amazing
To the OP the emotiva is a great small sealed subwoofer but if HT is your preference I would look to other subwoofers as it only drops down to 30hz before it rolls off
I need something decent... I'm quiet happy from the Energy C-500s (fronts) bass presence I just need a tad more... Too bad I cannot buy from NE Energy s10.3... which would go well with my energy setup (me thinks)...
Darn it, Just like with NewEgg.com I need US billing address for my VISA even though I want to pick up items from US location...
The Polk PSW505 is proven at its price point. That would be my choice in your situation. BTW, you don't need the sub to "match" your speakers and in many cases can get a much better sub for the money. The Energy is a great sub but since you can't get one, the Polk is another solid choice for under $200
And if you want a more musical sub, you could look at the Outlaw Audio LFM-1 Compact . It can be had for $349 shipped on b-stock . Since the Ultra 12 rolls off fast below 30hz, probably not the best sub to go with your towers since they go down to 35hz. The Outlaw is rated to 25hz at -2db.
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Have you done a subwoofer crawl for the optimal placement? I have found something as simple as that makes my 8" cheapo sub impress me even though I know it's far from amazing
To the OP the emotiva is a great small sealed subwoofer but if HT is your preference I would look to other subwoofers as it only drops down to 30hz before it rolls off
Yes, although placement in my room is somewhat limited. Honestly in my size room (roughly 30x18) I wasn't expecting it to have a ton of impact, bit it's still nice for what it is. I think the OP will be happy with the Polk at this price point. You could always add a second later on too at minimal cost.
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And if you want a more musical sub, you could look at the Outlaw Audio LFM-1 Compact . It can be had for $349 shipped on b-stock . Since the Ultra 12 rolls off fast below 30hz, probably not the best sub to go with your towers since they go down to 35hz. The Outlaw is rated to 25hz at -2db.
Still didn't pull the trigger... EMO got back to me and I could order sub on the phone... I might give Newegg.com a call to see if I can get S10.3... ( I did sent them email on the weekend about it ).
Stupid question from the newbie...
If my fronts are producing ‘ok’ bass, would buying a sub be still beneficial?
Unloading fronts and AVR? sub would give me more accurate bass?
Update: I talk to newegg.com they wouldn't do it. canadian billing address with US shipping address...
Don't mean to interfere in your thread but may I ask where you can get a PA SUB120 for that price? I just ordered 2 F12 and I'm having seconds thoughts now.
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Hey Clark17,
Don't mean to interfere in your thread but may I ask where you can get a PA SUB120 for that price? I just ordered 2 F12 and I'm having seconds thoughts now.
I'm all over the place myself... LOL.. There you go make your best offer ...
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