Best sub for around $300??

[infamo]

So far I'm looking at the Infinity PS 12, JBL E250, and Velodyne VRP-1200. I dont know about the Velodyne because it only has 130watts RMS and compared to the Infinity and JBL which have over 250watts RMS. Also, what about the Sony SA-WX700, I've been hereing some great things about it but I'm always iffy on buying Sony speakers.

[paul_pci]

So far I'm looking at the Infinity PS 12, JBL E250, and Velodyne VRP-1200. I dont know about the Velodyne because it only has 130watts RMS and compared to the Infinity and JBL which have over 250watts RMS. Also, what about the Sony SA-WX700, I've been hereing some great things about it but I'm always iffy on buying Sony speakers.

Here we go again …

Don't be distracted by the watts. Certain manufacturers have excellent reputations for making subwoofers and others do not. Therefore, the quality of sound you hear is not going to be determined by the wattage, but by the excellence of quality through and through. Given that consideration, from your list, I'd take a 130 watt Velodyne over a 10,000 watt Sony, JBL, or Infinity any day. Another thing you could do is to continue to save your money until you can afford a quality subwoofer that will last and please you for a very long time instead of compromising on a iffy quality sub that you'll get frustrated with very quickly.

[Pat]

Here are some online places....

Axiom EP125 400.00
HSU STF-1 300.00
SVS pb10 429.00
Polk PSW303 360.00

ONIX AV123 website is under construction so I couldn't check their prices.
Out of these I mentioned from what I've read about their owners the svs would be my first choice.

[GMichael]

I think that this one would give you the best bang for your buck. It's $358 though.

http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showd...number=300-760

[gjpham]

I bought the Velodyne VPR1200 from Overstock.com for $229. It's great for movie, Iit can shake the whole room. I hardly have the volume to half position. As for bass accuracy, I need a test DVD to test it.

[infamo]

I bought the Velodyne VPR1200 from Overstock.com for $229. It's great for movie, Iit can shake the whole room. I hardly have the volume to half position. As for bass accuracy, I need a test DVD to test it.

Well, I picked up the infinity ps-10 for $219 shipped, good buy???

[Pierce]

I hope you like the Sony. I was in the exact same situation about 6 months ago. I ended up with the JBL E250. I found it online for $199. For my ears and listening, the JBL is amazing. Mostly I have movies or live music shows burned to cd playing. It will rattle the windows if you want it to. Peace.

Pierce

[zepman1]

I have the Velodyne CHT-10 (very similar to VRP1200, the CHT is no longer made). Personally I prefer the 10-inch sound to the 12-inch for music. It has a tighter sound. Anyhow it has more than enough power (I think mine is 150W) for a medium to large sized room. The VRP would be a good choice in this price range.

I auditioned the Sony in question and was thoroughly unimpressed with the sloppy bass it produced. It got down plenty deep, and may be OK for home theater use. For music listening, I would recommend going with someone else. The infinity would be a better choice than the Sony.

Of course, it really comes down to personal choice. Go to Circuit City, listen to the Infinity, Polk, Velodyne, and Sony. Pick the one that sounds best with the material you will be listening to the most.

[greymalkin]

I've got 2 Jensen 10" car subs (4ohm) in a bandpass box stuffed in the corner of my living room being powered by a 100w x 2 TEAC amp.

how do you like them apples


..no really stop laughing and get up off the floor..that's really what i have...

[caniac]

I had that same Velodyne, that thing was awesome. Unfortunately I had a power surge and it got fried.

I was impatient to replace it and ended up getting a Polk sub with comparable specs, but give me a choice between the two and I'll take that Velodyne every day of the week and twice on Sunday.