Power Sound Audio Discussion Thread! - Page 51

Originally Posted by walke108 

What specifically were you looking for in the video? Just an overall overview or you want to see things shaking and rattling...

Originally Posted by Alan P 

Would you say the XS30 has more mid-bass slam than 2 XS15s? I know you have no way to compare, but I'm curious as I'm thinking of adding an XS30 to my 2 XS15s.

Originally Posted by jbrown15 

From what I recall talking to Tom about comparing the XS15 with the XS30, he said you would almost need 3 XS15s to equal one XS30.

Originally Posted by HAmmer32261 

Can any XS-30 owners give me your impressions on this sub?
im considering buying one within the next few weeks.
i just sold my 2 rw-12d's klipsch subs and im still researching
other brands but leaning towards PSA

Originally Posted by suresh6877 

I posted my impressions early on. Please see post #990 in this thread

Originally Posted by bigjoexxl 

So after doing days of researching I decided to go ahead and pull the trigger on the XV15. I was just wondering there was some kind of set up guide or just anything I should know about before enjoying the experience?

Originally Posted by BeeMan458 

Which can be found on page 33 in response to yours truly.

Originally Posted by suresh6877 

Yes, thanks for linking the URL :-)

Originally Posted by suresh6877 

I posted my impressions early on. Please see post #990 in this thread

Originally Posted by bigjoexxl 

So after doing days of researching I decided to go ahead and pull the trigger on the XV15. I was just wondering there was some kind of set up guide or just anything I should know about before enjoying the experience?

Originally Posted by HAmmer32261 

Very nice HT

Originally Posted by stm69 

Any idea if like SVS, that factory tours are offered? Also, I saw that some customers received a discount (but paid sales tax) for local pickup. Any idea what that sort of pricing might be like?

Originally Posted by walke108 

This may sound silly but before you pull the sub out of the box, dig in there and get the manual out and read it over. I believe the instructions are in there on how to remove it properly. Furthermore, it will talk about setting the gain at approximately 2 o'clock, which is out of the norm for other manufactures but common with this amp. Placement is obviously key, as I learned that the hard way...then run Audyssey or utilize a spl meter to calibrate correctly.

Originally Posted by Tom Vodhanel 

We generally take $50 off on the XS15 and XV15, $75 off on the XS30 and XV30 if someone picks up. Please, don't show up in a smart car to pick up a pair of XV30s though..


Tom V.
Power Sound Audio

Originally Posted by jbrown15 

From what I recall talking to Tom about comparing the XS15 with the XS30, he said you would almost need 3 XS15s to equal one XS30.

Originally Posted by HAmmer32261 

Yes

Originally Posted by Tom Vodhanel 

Next time we do a test run in our office I'll tell Jim to film the drop ceiling "snowing"...


Tom V.
Power Sound Audio

Originally Posted by Tom Vodhanel 

We generally take $50 off on the XS15 and XV15, $75 off on the XS30 and XV30 if someone picks up. Please, don't show up in a smart car to pick up a pair of XV30s though..


Tom V.
Power Sound Audio

Originally Posted by Tom Vodhanel 

Next time we do a test run in our office I'll tell Jim to film the drop ceiling "snowing"...


Tom V.
Power Sound Audio

Originally Posted by Tom Vodhanel 

Somewhat placement (and/or frequency)dependent... If I were suggesting the above I'm guessing it would be in a scenario where the triple XS15 were all placed in different locations of the room. For example, if you had dual XS15s with one in the front/left and one in the front/right....say 12-15ft apart....

In the deeper bass (12-35hz) the dual XS15s would be very close to a single XS30 in terms of output. In the 35-65hz range the XS30 would gain a bit of an edge...perhaps 1.5-2.0dB. And in the upper bass (65-100hz) the single XS30 would have a 5-6dB advantage on average. If you add a third XS15 (to the dual XS15s) placed in another area of the room you'll gain another 2-3dB most likely. In this scenario the single XS30 will still have the upper bass advantage, things would be very close in the mid bass(35-65hz) but the triple XS15s would gain the edge <35hz.

Tom V.
Power Sound Audio

Originally Posted by stm69 

Hi Tom,

Thanks for the reply. Guess after adding OH tax it's not much of a savings, and actually costs more on the more expensive subs. Might you be available to offer a critique of some sub positions? I'm about to start my theater area in the next couple of months.

Originally Posted by Alan P 

Hey Tom - I got 2 XS15s from you a couple weeks back and I love love love them! But, I think I need a 3rd sub to help even out the response across multiple seating positions. Do you think an XS30 would be overkill for me? Do you think one more XS15 would probably do it for me?

Originally Posted by Alan P 

Tom,

The XS15s are currently postioned; one up front, between FR and TV, and one in back left corner (phase set to ~90 degrees). I seem to get better coverage and smoother bass than when I had both up front. I am also currently awaiting my new USB mic to get more in-depth with REW, so things will most likely change after I get some good measurements.

I'm using a Denon 2113ci and external EQ (BFD) is definitely on my list (if needed). My plans after I get some good measurements with REW are to (1) optimize sub placement,(2) apply acoustic treatments, then (3) EQ, with finally (4) more subs only if needed. I'm just kind of thinking ahead, and more subs may not even be needed...guess I'm kinda jumping the gun really. I need to get solid measurements of my room before I can start doing anything really.

Originally Posted by Alan P 

Those measurements I made before really can't be trusted. I used an SPL meter for my mic and that rise from 15hz-10hz is a bit suspect - the XS15s are good, but probably not that good.

Originally Posted by Alan P 

^^^

Are you stalking me, BeeMan??