Dorm + Subwoofer (?)

The ProSub 800 claims that it goes down to 20hz. While I have no direct experience with it, that seems unlikely with an MSRP $399 8" sub. The Energy S10.3 10" on sale for $249 at Newegg, or the Outlaw Audio M8 or HSU STF-1 at around $300 would likely be better deals. Perhaps someone else has more info on the ProSub 800.

I'm guessing it's solid concrete and sealed?

I wouldn't worry about the noise until you get a complaint. It's possible they may not even be able to hear it.

When you look at sub specs, they'll typically list a frequency response in a range with +/- 2db or +/- 3db. That means the sub is supposed to be in that range with only that amount of fluctuation, and then most ported subs will start to roll of pretty steeply at the end of that range. The DefTech doesn't list any db response for the range, which is how they get away with saying it goes down that low. Could be -12db at 20hz.

It's also helpful to know that when more typical brick and mortar store type subs do list the db fluctuation in a range , such as the Energy or DefTech, they tend to be overly optimistic, whereas HSU and Outlaw Audio list specs that are generally accurate for what you will get, given that room acoustics also have an effect.

If you look up reviews for the Energy S10.3, also look for reviews on the Mirage Omni S10. Mirage and Energy are owned by the same company, so those two subs are the same design with only minor differences; their performance is essentially the same.

And keep in mind that a 10" subwoofer is generally better than an 8" subwoofer, all other things equal (e.g. equivalent quality woofer and amp).

Considering your in college and I'm guessing money is tight...why not build your own since you probably have access to all kinds of tools or buy something on craigslist?

where are you located? I have an old Infinity PS-10 sitting around if you're in my vicinity Ill sell it for cheap. It's collecting dust and was my sub I used back in college. Great starting point for cheap. PM me let me know.

I got a 10" velodyne I'll sell for cheap if your in my vicinity.

Here you go. Outlaw Audio has a B-stock LFM-1 Compact at the moment for $349 shipped. It will kick ass and be very good for music. You can't do better for your budget. It might sell out fast, so decide quick.

Here are the specs.

Thats a sweet deal

The thing you'll learn if you read around the AVS subwoofer forum long enough is that Internet direct sub retailers like HSU, Outlaw Audio, Rythmik, and Epik make much better subs for the money than the more commonly known brands that you will find that are sold by well-known speaker companies or in brick and mortar stores. ID companies design their own subs and ship direct; no middle man, no marketing costs. They are the manufacturer and thus can sell better subs at lower prices.

Try googling the "ProSub 1000" keyed to the AVS website, and if you start reading through the discussions of the ProSub 1000, you'll eventually find stuff like this:

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=848706
http://ww.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showth...4#post20849494

Meanwhile, here is a comparison of the ProSub 1000 vs the HSU STF-2. The Outlaw LFM-1 Compact is comparable to the next model up HSU, the VTF-1:

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1228770