Need recommendations on Powered Subwoofer ($200-$400)

[huzefa]

OK, now that I got the HDTV in place and an acceptable receiver (pioneer 850), I want to move away from the passive subwoofer i have now and get a powered one. Any recommendations on ones that will work good with my receiver? Price range is around $200-$400. Thx

[Josh Z]

How big is your space and how much power do you need? Cambridge Soundworks makes some very good affordable subwoofers (especially if you purchase from eBay seller hifi.com). I got a Basscube 8 (8" woofer) for a little over $100 and it is perfect for apartment dwelling. You'll need something bigger if you're in a larger space.

[gotapex]

Here are a few good places to look:

http://www.ubid.com/cat/get_cat_page.asp?CatID=3877&PgNum=1

http://www.harmanaudio.com/search_browse/default.asp?sp=S&cat=PSU&market=HOM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1368697992

I personally bought an Infinity HPS1000 from Ubid for $450 and have been very happy. It has a 15" driver, two 15" passive radiators, and a 1000 watt RMS amp.

[huzefa]

The room is about 15x15. So I'm thinking of the Infinity
BU120-Z 12" 150Watt.

[edclem]

You might want to take a look at the Velodyne CT or CHT line.
the CT-100, CT-120, (or whatever the CHT counterparts are) would be good bets in that range.
I have the CT-80, and love it. It's more than enough for my apartment. For a house, I'd want something a little more powerful.

[audrey]

the HSU VTF-2 is almost within your budget ($449) and is excellent for the money...http://www.hsuresearch.com/

[huzefa]

One more thing, does cable length affect subwoofer performance? I don't have much room to place this near the receiver, but if I get a longer cable, I could place it anywhere.

audrey Thx for the link. One question though; the description for the VTF-2 says:

VTF subwoofers include built in amplifiers for easy installation. Plug the subwoofer into a surround sound processor's 'subwoofer output', run it inline with your speakers, or use the left and right line outs of a stereo preamp.

Why would I want to run it inline with my speakers; I thought plugging the SW into the subwoofer output was enough.

[skar]

Originally posted by huzefa

Why would I want to run it inline with my speakers; I thought plugging the SW into the subwoofer output was enough.

I think they meant that you could do that if you didn't have a sub output, not for you to do both.

Here are some subs to consider:

PSB Alpha Subsonic 5
Def Tech ProSub 100TL

[skinsfan]

I've also got the Velodyne CHT-8 (old CT-80) it works great for my apartment living room which is about 20x20. I was able to find an open box special at Circuit City for $199.

[mrmurdstone]

I have to 2nd the vote for the Hsu VTF-2. I've owned one for about 3 months now (had a Def. Tech. Pro Sub 100TL) and it is incredible. Great for home theater and music.

Go to www.bluewhaleaudio.com and check it out. Sasha is the owner and is very customer oriented.

[huzefa]

Thx for the info guys; I'm going to a couple of places to check these out (ABT, Bestbuy, Circuitcity).

[SoSpacey]

HSU VTF-2. Bought it without hearing it. Best HT purchase I have made. Nothing can touch it for the price.

2 of my friends went out and bought it.

One of my friends has it on order and is eagerly waiting.

[speakerman]

Hi,

There are a lot of considerations when choosing a home theater sub. The size & shape of your room, sub placement and the speakers you are matching them to will all have an impact on the amount of bass that is generated.

I work for an online speaker manufacturer and we offer a tremendous selection of very highly rated speakers and subwoofers. We currently have our 8", 150 watt sub on sale for $299. Since we sell direct to consumers, you will get a much higher quality product for less money than if you purchased at retail. We also sell a 10", 200 watt sub and an award winning 12", 250 watt sub for $499 & $599 respectively.

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