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Best sub among ID brands(Mid-range)

  • SVS PC12-NSD -$549

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  • ED A3-300 with 13Ov.2 driver - $500

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  • B-Stock av123 mfw-15 - approx < $500

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I have a brand new def tech Super Cube 3 which I am gonna return after reading this forum for a week.


I am convinced to move to a Internet Direct brand. So please help me find a nice subwoofer for a room size of 3800 cubic feet. I know it a bit more in size but I don't have a higher budget, The max I can go is $550.


So which one of these is better:-


1) SVS PC12-NSD i.e. $549

2) ED A3-300 with 13Ov.2 driver i.e. $500

3) B-stock of av123 mfw-15- price around
4) Other Option

Edit:- I have decided to go for MFW-15.Please read my response number 21 on this page.



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Originally Posted by dev_81 /forum/post/15476392


I have a brand new def tech Super Cube 3 which I am gonna return after reading this forum for a week.


I am convinced to move to a Internet Direct brand. So please help me find a nice subwoofer for a room size of 3800 cubic feet. I know it a bit more in size but I don't have a higher budget, The max I can go is $550.


So which one of these is better:-


1) SVS PC12-NSD i.e. $549

2) ED A3-300 with 13Ov.2 driver i.e. $500

3) B-stock of av123 mfw-15- price around
4) Other Option



Thanks & Regards,
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What is your tolerance for potential mechanical/electrical/other problems?
 
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lol, are you my other login id on this forum? I have a similar poll going on.


I ordered a MFW-15 and after reading all the stuff about issues, it is scaring me. The sub is on its way to me. If there is a failed amp I am not going to be one of the guys waiting for months. I am going to ship it back and will go with eD A5-350 with LT/550. I just wish eD guys had them in stock ready to roll. That wait is deal killer for many.


From what I read A3-300 will be a lesser sub than MFW-15. But getting MFW is like rolling a dice. If you want to take the risk it might be worth it.


Keep in mind that your price for MFW/eD is shipped but SVS will charge shipping extra.
 
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Dev, I voted for the PC12 not because it is the most bang-for-the-buck, but because it is a solid, well-performing sub which is built to consistently high quality standards by a company whose attention to detail and customer service is unsurpassed. Personally, I'm willing to pay slightly more knowing what I do about the company that made the product and the lengths they will go to in order to keep their customers satisfied.
 
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There are a few subs on SVS's B-Stock list which would offer some savings, you have a medium to larger size room, I would suggest you move up to a Plus in that size room.


You may want to raise your budget a touch, saving up for a little better quality sub in that size room will be worth the wait in the end...


I have a couple of SVS PB12-Plus/2s I'm looking to get rid of if your interested - PM me
 
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Dev, I voted for the PC12 not because it is the most bang-for-the-buck, but because it is a solid, well-performing sub which is built to consistently high quality standards by a company whose attention to detail and customer service is unsurpassed. Personally, I'm willing to pay slightly more knowing what I do about the company that made the product and the lengths they will go to in order to keep their customers satisfied.
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+1. I voted for the SVS for the same reasons. I think the MFW may be a little "better" than this particular model, but it seems SVS is the more reliable company.
 
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Originally Posted by dev_81 /forum/post/15483648


Thanks for the replies, but I am still confused as "inphoenix" has a similar thread where he has ordered AV123 Mfw-15, the link to the poll is http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1104335 .


But on my poll more people have choose SVS PC12-NSD. Please experts suggets me.Thanks.
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I guess the answer is simple. I don't have an SVS as a choice on there. Thus most everyone is choosing eD in my poll. Also, I have the A5-350 in my poll as compared to A3-300 in your poll.


The little that I know about subs, I think that MFW-15 is more of a sub than the other two you listed. A fair comparison would be to eD A5-350 with LT/550 or SVS plus.


But as others have pointed and I have said as well, AV123 is going thru problems. My order was shipped otherwise I was almost ready to cancel the order. Also, they agreed to refund full shipping hence I rolled the dice. If I get a working sub I won't be disappointed.


If not, I am pretty sure I would go for eD A5-350. But I am drooling after looking at these SVSs.



Also, keep in mind if you want to go for SVS, you can find a local person and order two for more savings. Post your location here and you may find someone local.


Goodluck.
 
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MFW15 would be my choice if I was limited to that budget. Even with potential problems and delays I'd just deal with everything and go through 5 of them till I got a working one, cause it's a better sub than other options.
 
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My house is under construction and I will be closing in april. hence I have time to order av123 mfw-15 and wait to get it right.


ED are a less costly option, but I have started liking the SVS PC-12 more as more people have voted for it as well as it is not a bad option at all.


I may also think of B-stock of mfw-15, but it is not available, can someone guide me where should we look or whom should we contact to get b-stock?


I will try to put a rough diagram of my future basement tomorrow.


Thanks.


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of those choices probably the svs, but as another said you should check out the LFM-1 EX, or the Hsu's as well.
 
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Originally Posted by dev_81 /forum/post/15486654


I may also think of B-stock of mfw-15, but it is not available, can someone guide me where should we look or whom should we contact to get b-stock?
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I am getting my B stock MFW-15 tomorrow. I will let you know in a few days if I get it in working order and what I think of it.


AV123 does not update their site regularly for B stock. You will have to call them every so often to get one. If you get a working sub, that would be the best bang for buck.
 
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