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post #4201 of 5953
10/5/11 at 11:21am
Thanks guys, auditioning shortly.
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post #4202 of 5953
10/7/11 at 3:49am
My HSU VTF2MK3 just arrived. Had alittle problem with settings so i emailed HSU. Within a day Dr Hsu responded and listed out exactly what to do. So far i'm really impressed with the company and the product. Now the testing and tweeking will be done and the battle with the wife . I like more bass and she does not. Life and marirage are a compermise. Thanks to Dr Hsu and his product.
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post #4203 of 5953
10/7/11 at 5:30am
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Originally Posted by over50 View Post

My HSU VTF2MK3 just arrived. Had alittle problem with settings so i emailed HSU. Within a day Dr Hsu responded and listed out exactly what to do. So far i'm really impressed with the company and the product. Now the testing and tweeking will be done and the battle with the wife . I like more bass and she does not. Life and marirage are a compermise. Thanks to Dr Hsu and his product.

Over50 I am waiting for the same unit to arrive. Would you mind elaborating on your difficulties and the solutions. My last sub lasted 17 years so it has been a while since I've done any real setup with one and now have a new Denon AVR with Aud multeq xt. Kind of overwhelmed at the moment. I agree WAF is big with these purchase decisions. Regards.
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post #4204 of 5953
10/8/11 at 3:40am
The sub sounded muddy and not clear . I wasnt happy with the bass so i emailed HSU support and this is Dr Hsu responce. After i followed his instructions, i raised the volume alittle .The support web sight is quick,fast helpful Support after the sale is important to me. Hope this help.I was very suprised that Pete Hsu responed. I hope this helps.


Hi Sid,

Try to place the subwoofer in a well-enclosed corner that is furthest away
from the largest room openings. If you are using the subwoofer on hardwood
or tile flooring surface, use a mat or carpet throw rug underneath the
spiked feet.

On the VTF amp, I suggest connecting to one rca input, set volume knob to
1/4 of the way up, set phase to '0', set bass extension switch to '1 port
open' (making sure to keep one port plugged on the back of the unit), set
crossover switch to 'Out' (which will bypass the internal crossover knob),
set power switch to 'Auto'.

Then run Audyssey. After running Audyssey, manually flip the bass
extension switch to '2 port open' to get the highest headroom and less deep
bass heavy sound (no need to re-run Audyssey either).

Go into the A/V receiver speaker settings menu, and check to make sure
that none of the speakers are set to "Full Band / Large". Check crossover,
distance, and channel level settings too on the A/V receiver to see if they
look reasonable.

Sincerely,

Pete
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post #4205 of 5953
10/8/11 at 3:35pm
Thanks for sharing.
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post #4206 of 5953
10/9/11 at 7:44am
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Originally Posted by over50 View Post

On the VTF amp, I suggest connecting to one rca input, set volume knob to
1/4 of the way up, set phase to '0', set bass extension switch to '1 port
open' (making sure to keep one port plugged on the back of the unit), set
crossover switch to 'Out' (which will bypass the internal crossover knob),
set power switch to 'Auto'.


This is very similar to what I did recently with the same sub - only differences is I currently have the volume at about 50%. But I calibrated it using MACC (Pioneers version of audyessy) with 1 port open/plug in, then removed the plug and went to both ports open. I was just experimenting but found it to be a signficantly improved bass experience overall

Made a fairly noticeable difference in movies imo.
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post #4207 of 5953
10/12/11 at 3:36pm
Does the VTF 3.4 have any placement limitations because of its backfiring ports and side firing woofer/driver?

Now, for VTF-3, is it more important to think about placement due to ports or its driver? i.e. can the driver be as close as 1" away from the side wall.

Is it important to face the driver against or away from the side wall? Can back firing ports be less than 3" from the back wall?
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post #4208 of 5953
10/12/11 at 4:16pm
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Originally Posted by over50 View Post

The sub sounded muddy and not clear . I wasnt happy with the bass so i emailed HSU support and this is Dr Hsu responce. After i followed his instructions, i raised the volume alittle .The support web sight is quick,fast helpful Support after the sale is important to me. Hope this help.I was very suprised that Pete Hsu responed. I hope this helps.


Hi Sid,

Try to place the subwoofer in a well-enclosed corner that is furthest away
from the largest room openings. If you are using the subwoofer on hardwood
or tile flooring surface, use a mat or carpet throw rug underneath the
spiked feet.

On the VTF amp, I suggest connecting to one rca input, set volume knob to
1/4 of the way up, set phase to '0', set bass extension switch to '1 port
open' (making sure to keep one port plugged on the back of the unit), set
crossover switch to 'Out' (which will bypass the internal crossover knob),
set power switch to 'Auto'.

Then run Audyssey. After running Audyssey, manually flip the bass
extension switch to '2 port open' to get the highest headroom and less deep
bass heavy sound (no need to re-run Audyssey either).

Go into the A/V receiver speaker settings menu, and check to make sure
that none of the speakers are set to "Full Band / Large". Check crossover,
distance, and channel level settings too on the A/V receiver to see if they
look reasonable.

Sincerely,

Pete

How did you guys "plug" the ports?
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post #4209 of 5953
10/12/11 at 4:34pm
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How did you guys "plug" the ports?

The sub comes with port plugs foe tuning variants
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post #4210 of 5953
10/12/11 at 9:15pm
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Originally Posted by enderland View Post


This is very similar to what I did recently with the same sub - only differences is I currently have the volume at about 50%. But I calibrated it using MACC (Pioneers version of audyessy) with 1 port open/plug in, then removed the plug and went to both ports open. I was just experimenting but found it to be a signficantly improved bass experience overall

Made a fairly noticeable difference in movies imo.

Are you saying your switch is on one port open but you actually have both ports open? Or that you calibrated with the sub configured for max extension and are actually running it in max output mode?
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post #4211 of 5953
10/14/11 at 12:57pm
It was an honor to meet Dr. Hsu in person today at the Denver Rocky Mountain Audio Fest - also saw his creations, the subs are awesome! Specifically, VTF-15H is huge!
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post #4212 of 5953
10/14/11 at 1:45pm
Took the plunge. Ordered the Enthusiast 2 package w/ upgrade to the vtf3-mk4. Purchasing receiver tomorrow. Good times await...
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post #4213 of 5953
10/14/11 at 2:29pm
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Originally Posted by anonymouse99 View Post

It was an honor to meet Dr. Hsu in person today at the Denver Rocky Mountain Audio Fest - also saw his creations, the subs are awesome! Specifically, VTF-15H is huge!

Care to comment on any "show specials" they were running? Particularly the VTF2 MK3?

Trying to decide if it's worth going if all I'm looking for is a subwoofer...
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post #4214 of 5953
10/14/11 at 2:34pm
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Originally Posted by jch1 View Post

Took the plunge. Ordered the Enthusiast 2 package w/ upgrade to the vtf3-mk4. Purchasing receiver tomorrow. Good times await...

Congrats man...that is very exciting! What receiver are you thinking about going with? If you go with a Denon, marantz, onkyo or integra...just be sure to get the best version of audyssey you can within your budget. I don't know much about yamaha or pioneer but I'm sure the same applies.
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post #4215 of 5953
10/15/11 at 10:42am
I live about 60 mins from their main office. I need to make a trip up there and pickup a sub locally. Only thing i really need to upgrade with my setup now.
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post #4216 of 5953
10/15/11 at 11:00am
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Originally Posted by Venomous View Post

I live about 60 mins from their main office. I need to make a trip up there and pickup a sub locally. Only thing i really need to upgrade with my setup now.

Huntington Beach isn't an hour away from their office in Anaheim. It's much less than that...assuming no traffic.
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post #4217 of 5953
10/16/11 at 10:47am
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Originally Posted by Mpray1983 View Post

Congrats man...that is very exciting! What receiver are you thinking about going with? If you go with a Denon, marantz, onkyo or integra...just be sure to get the best version of audyssey you can within your budget. I don't know much about yamaha or pioneer but I'm sure the same applies.

Thanks a bunch- I went with a Pioneer Elite VSX-52. Been researching that set for months now and i've got it all set up just need to add the speakers. I got an amazing deal on it, and I'm confident it will last me if/when I decide to upgrade my speakers.
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post #4218 of 5953
10/16/11 at 4:51pm
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Originally Posted by Rob Tomlin View Post

Huntington Beach isn't an hour away from their office in Anaheim. It's much less than that...assuming no traffic.

I moved down to San Diego. Are they in Irvine or Anaheim?
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post #4219 of 5953
10/17/11 at 1:18am
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I moved down to San Diego. Are they in Irvine or Anaheim?

They are in Anaheim off of the 91 freeway and Kraemer Blvd.

Hsu Research
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post #4220 of 5953
10/17/11 at 9:46am
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Originally Posted by Venomous View Post

I live about 60 mins from their main office. I need to make a trip up there and pickup a sub locally. Only thing i really need to upgrade with my setup now.

What kind of sub are u looking for?
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post #4221 of 5953
10/17/11 at 12:27pm
Did the group buy already happen? Thanks ....if not I am very interested..vtf 15-h
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post #4222 of 5953
10/21/11 at 3:13pm
Just got off the phone with Pete and my VTF 15 h ships today. Very excited about my purchase. Very nice company to deal with
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post #4223 of 5953
10/21/11 at 5:07pm
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Originally Posted by enderland View Post

This is very similar to what I did recently with the same sub - only differences is I currently have the volume at about 50%. But I calibrated it using MACC (Pioneers version of audyessy) with 1 port open/plug in, then removed the plug and went to both ports open. I was just experimenting but found it to be a signficantly improved bass experience overall

Made a fairly noticeable difference in movies imo.

And will also void your warranty if I'm reading that right.......
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post #4224 of 5953
10/21/11 at 5:42pm
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Originally Posted by Dadshouse View Post

Did the group buy already happen? Thanks ....if not I am very interested..vtf 15-h

its over
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post #4225 of 5953
10/21/11 at 5:47pm
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its over

Yeah I figured that out so I placed my order this morning. Im sure its well worth full price
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post #4226 of 5953
10/21/11 at 6:32pm
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Originally Posted by dunan View Post


And will also void your warranty if I'm reading that right.......

I think he forgot to mention he flipped the switch too max output...that is okay to do and has been recommended by the HSU staff.
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post #4227 of 5953
10/21/11 at 6:59pm
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Originally Posted by StuBerger View Post

I think he forgot to mention he flipped the switch too max output...that is okay to do and has been recommended by the HSU staff.

Ah I see

Quick question (for anyone)....would a couple of VTF3 MK2's equal the output (in theory) of a VTF 15H?

I already have a VTF2 mk3 but either want to add another or get a VTF 15H but $$ constraints might limit the 15H, but not another VTH2 mk3.

Just curious as to what the comparison would be like.
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post #4228 of 5953
10/22/11 at 9:48am
Hi, I have a VTF-3 Mark 2 with a burnt out resistor. Can anyone tell me the value for resistor R427? I can post a pic if necessary. It's the resistor right beside transistor Q401.
Thanks
Also posted in seperate thread
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post #4229 of 5953
10/22/11 at 9:53am
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Originally Posted by dunan View Post

Ah I see

Quick question (for anyone)....would a couple of VTF3 MK2's equal the output (in theory) of a VTF 15H?

I already have a VTF2 mk3 but either want to add another or get a VTF 15H but $$ constraints might limit the 15H, but not another VTH2 mk3.

Just curious as to what the comparison would be like.

i am no expert but i think 1 VTF 15 will have more output than 2 VTF2 mk3's
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post #4230 of 5953
10/22/11 at 12:43pm
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Originally Posted by dunan View Post


Ah I see

Quick question (for anyone)....would a couple of VTF3 MK2's equal the output (in theory) of a VTF 15H?

I already have a VTF2 mk3 but either want to add another or get a VTF 15H but $$ constraints might limit the 15H, but not another VTH2 mk3.

Just curious as to what the comparison would be like.

I remember Pete talking about this on the HSU forum on their website. I think he said that the 15h had more output than 2 vtf3.3's, but you should verify on the forum. It was under the vtf15h thread.
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