Topic: how to choose and tune subwoofer

[flashDB]

i read couple of threads re subwoofer but quite old. i also read the first two articles that appeared when googling it - how to choose. just to be sure that im the right direction, i wanted to read facts/opinions here...

how do i choose the correct subwoofer?  i was told couple of guys it's better to have 2.1 first than get a center speaker.

i have small room with limited space. thanks.

another question: how do you add a second subwoofer if there is no 2nd sub out?

===== UPDATE =====

after auditioning several wharfedales, missions, polks, anthony audio, psb too... ended up with SVS PB1000. i dont want to spend too much and i also dont want to spend again because i made a mistake.

i picked SVS based on recommendation even though i haven't heard it yet. naisip ko lang pag ayaw ko madali ibenta kasi marami naman nagre-recommend.

assuming not SVS, i probably went for Anthony Audio's 10" dual sub because of the price.

[zram18]

it depends on your budget sir. price range is needed to answer your question.

it depends on your application: is it for music or movies?

it depends on your preferences: are you a normal listener or a basshead?

since you have small room, i think sealed subwoofer might be enough.

and since you have limited space, choose subs which has the smallest footprint.

[Courage]

i read couple of threads re subwoofer but quite old. i also read the first two articles that appeared when googling it - how to choose. just to be sure that im the right direction, i wanted to read facts/opinions here...

how do i choose the correct subwoofer?  i was told couple of guys it's better to have 2.1 first than get a center speaker.

i have small room with limited space. thanks.

another question: how do you add a second subwoofer if there is no 2nd sub out?

For HT get an SVS. But again depends on your budget. I made a mistake of not getting this when i started. Tried different brands of sub from JBL, Klipsch and Mordaunt Short simply because they are cheaper. Nung nagka budget na ako i tried SVS and sold the other brand. Then upon hearing it, i realized that i should have saved and get the SVS from the start.

For music, SVS has selead sub that works well. But if you have a budget, get A Rel.

This is just my opinion based on experience of ownership. It might be different from yours..

For additional sub without a 2nd sub out, use a Y splitter to connect both subs.

[flashDB]

Sige sir I'll check. From your description it sounds expensive

I tried couple today: mission, polk, wharfe so far polk is the one that got my attention with budget consideration. Dami ko inikot today

[crazyhog]

Sige sir I'll check. From your description it sounds expensive

I tried couple today: mission, polk, wharfe so far polk is the one that got my attention with budget consideration. Dami ko inikot today

waiting mode lang sir s MP for SVS... kahit 2nd hand oks naman yan

[DTNS]

what's your budget sir?

[cyberdraven]

Sir, the determining factor for a sub is your misbass.  The hardest part is to integrate the sub to your bookshelves/floorstand.  Sometimes the simpliest route is to have the same brand of speakers all the way.  Usually, bookshelves or floorstands that are ported is quite hard to integrate.

[flashDB]

what's your budget sir?

10-15k. pero depende parin if there is a  compelling reason to go a little bit higher.  here are the models im checking: wharfedale sw150, wh-s10; mission ms-150; pol audio psw110.

Sir, the determining factor for a sub is your misbass.  The hardest part is to integrate the sub to your bookshelves/floorstand.  Sometimes the simpliest route is to have the same brand of speakers all the way.  Usually, bookshelves or floorstands that are ported is quite hard to integrate.

hmmm. i have to consider this sir sige.

[Courage]

10-15k. pero depende parin if there is a  compelling reason to go a little bit higher.  here are the models im checking: wharfedale sw150, wh-s10; mission ms-150; pol audio psw110.
hmmm. i have to consider this sir sige.

I suggest you save a little more and aim for at least the SVS PB-1000

[DTNS]

10-15k. pero depende parin if there is a  compelling reason to go a little bit higher.  here are the models im checking: wharfedale sw150, wh-s10; mission ms-150; pol audio psw110.
hmmm. i have to consider this sir sige.

if you have the space, consider Anthony Audio's Philippians Dual 10" sub for 15k or the Titus Dual 12" sub for 20k.

[flashDB]

Sige sir hanap ako malapit to audition. I hope sulit. Still open to other suggestions

[jh@meeh]

I suggest you save a little more and aim for at least the SVS PB-1000

+1
Pondohan mo na ng maayos sir ang sub..one time lang para iwas kamot...

[shoktongxxx]

+1
Pondohan mo na ng maayos sir ang sub..one time lang para iwas kamot...

ayan na, may nangkukulam na..he he

[mbtorn]

+1
Pondohan mo na ng maayos sir ang sub..one time lang para iwas kamot...

Totally agree with this. Incessant upgrades will cost you more in the long run.

[sientobente]

I suggest you save a little more and aim for at least the SVS PB-1000

This.

[flashDB]

so i check the price of the SVS and way out of budget. pero tama kayo go for the big gun na para tipid.

pero eto yun "bisyo" hindi ko masyado gusto i-bloat yun budget unless may compelling reason to go for it and ma-audition ko, magustuhan ko.

so right now the "better" option sub for me is the QA din kahit di ko pa na audition simply to match the brand. pero syempre, meron siguro, sana, na sub that delivers without breaking the bank meant for another bisyo

[CoolTOYZPH]

One of the best budget subs I have tried. Polk 505 and sold here for only 11K.
http://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php/topic,202214.0.html

[titor]

One of the best budget subs I have tried. Polk 505 and sold here for only 11K.
http://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php/topic,202214.0.html

I have this model too. It was the best for my budget. its 12" for the price for an 8-10" sub. But it's has a large footprint so you might want to consider that as well.

[bongchillog]

so i check the price of the SVS and way out of budget. pero tama kayo go for the big gun na para tipid.

pero eto yun "bisyo" hindi ko masyado gusto i-bloat yun budget unless may compelling reason to go for it and ma-audition ko, magustuhan ko.

so right now the "better" option sub for me is the QA din kahit di ko pa na audition simply to match the brand. pero syempre, meron siguro, sana, na sub that delivers without breaking the bank meant for another bisyo

I bought my svs pb1000 for 19k used. Mukhang bago pa din tunog bago.

[Timithekid]

so i check the price of the SVS and way out of budget. pero tama kayo go for the big gun na para tipid.

pero eto yun "bisyo" hindi ko masyado gusto i-bloat yun budget unless may compelling reason to go for it and ma-audition ko, magustuhan ko.

so right now the "better" option sub for me is the QA din kahit di ko pa na audition simply to match the brand. pero syempre, meron siguro, sana, na sub that delivers without breaking the bank meant for another bisyo

Way out of budget.."NOW"...if you save and learn how to practice patience, it will be within budget and will not seem like it broke the bank. there is no need to get an over the top sub, just choose a size that is appropriate for your room.

This hobby is expensive but also worth it. What makes things sweeter is the journey that you take in order to achieve the level of satisfaction that you want.

[flashDB]

sige sir as what i have said i'm still considering it once na ma audition ko.

[-mhan-]

mas ok sir kung ayusin mo muna ang budget para sa sub, mas madali maghanap pag nandiyan na ang budget, ganyan ginagawa ko ngayun tinitiis ko ang kati, kaya di ko muna benenta ang DiY Sub ko para may magamit parin, pag nandiyan na budget madali nalang, hope and pray this end of october makuha ko na. 4 months ko din pinagipunan yun.

good luck sa hobby mo sir.

[flashDB]

One of the best budget subs I have tried. Polk 505 and sold here for only 11K.
http://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php/topic,202214.0.html

I have this model too. It was the best for my budget. its 12" for the price for an 8-10" sub. But it's has a large footprint so you might want to consider that as well.

sorry didn't notice this post. i will check this sub too.. thanks for the suggestion.

mas ok sir kung ayusin mo muna ang budget para sa sub, mas madali maghanap pag nandiyan na ang budget, ganyan ginagawa ko ngayun tinitiis ko ang kati, kaya di ko muna benenta ang DiY Sub ko para may magamit parin, pag nandiyan na budget madali nalang, hope and pray this end of october makuha ko na. 4 months ko din pinagipunan yun.

good luck sa hobby mo sir.

tama ka naman dyan sir kaso may ibang priorities im still open to options. same recommendation din ba kayo sir? yun pb1000?

[nato]

good info

[-mhan-]

pb12nsd po.

baka mabitin ka sa pb1000. sagad mo na.

sorry didn't notice this post. i will check this sub too.. thanks for the suggestion.
tama ka naman dyan sir kaso may ibang priorities im still open to options. same recommendation din ba kayo sir? yun pb1000?

[flashDB]

lol so this is what i've been reading here as "mangkukulam"...

until there is compelling reason to do so and budget permits sir pede pero right now i will try to stick to budget setup

[jh@meeh]

Baka kasi bigla kang magsisi....sana pala nagpakulam na ko. 

[shoktongxxx]

Baka kasi bigla kang magsisi....sana pala nagpakulam na ko. 

+1..
bitin ang 10 inch sub..kaya mag 12 inch ka na. 

[dts_hdma]

Bitin lahat ng suggestion nila, mag 18" ka na lang! 

[CoolTOYZPH]

Should be DUAL SUB both ported.
3rd sub should be sealed for mid-bass 

Bitin lahat ng suggestion nila, mag 18" ka na lang!