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Klipsch subs vs. SVS and Def. Tech subs
Posted on 4/11/21 at 2:32 am
Posted on 4/11/21 at 2:32 am
Sorry if this is long.
I've had a pair of Klipsch R-115SW subs admirably blasting my den for the last 5-6 years. Great, tight, loud base. And they're set up for wireless.
However, there is always a however, isn't there? A year ago a few rapid power outages crashed one of these $699 subs' power amp board. Had to get a new amp installed for about another $350 or so. Got it fixed and its up and running ok.
Then this past Friday night the thunderstorms caused another series of quick brown outs and blackouts in my home and damaged the other power amp in my otherwise fine working $699 sub.
Both subs symptoms were that they were emitting the dreaded low key thump, thump, thump, thump pulsating sound no matter the source. Only unplugging power halted the annoying sound.
The first time I got a local tech to order the $225 part from Klipsch and install it. This time I might be able to save money by ordering the $225 amp panel and installing it myself.
But I will still have two nice Klipsch subs that now sell for $800 but that could go out again with the next severe storm. Thus possibly creating a new cycle of failures. (At least the 15-inch woofers are in excellent condition.)
Question, would you again fix the issue and keep the subs; fix the issues and sell the subs; or sell the subs as is (one working, one not) and purchase new ones.
In the same price range are:
-- SVS SB-1000 Pro (325w, 12" woofer) for $599;
-- SVS SB-2000 Pro (550w, 12") for $799;
-- Def. Tech ProSub (300w, 8") for $399;
-- SVS SB-3000 SUBWOOFER (800w, 13") for $999
I don't plan to buy another new Klipsch sub. I would just fix the latest one to fail and have two repaired Klipsch subs.
Anyone interested in buying one fully working Klipsch R-115SW and its twin that needs about a $225 amp panel? Both for $350 right here in River City
I've had a pair of Klipsch R-115SW subs admirably blasting my den for the last 5-6 years. Great, tight, loud base. And they're set up for wireless.
However, there is always a however, isn't there? A year ago a few rapid power outages crashed one of these $699 subs' power amp board. Had to get a new amp installed for about another $350 or so. Got it fixed and its up and running ok.
Then this past Friday night the thunderstorms caused another series of quick brown outs and blackouts in my home and damaged the other power amp in my otherwise fine working $699 sub.
Both subs symptoms were that they were emitting the dreaded low key thump, thump, thump, thump pulsating sound no matter the source. Only unplugging power halted the annoying sound.
The first time I got a local tech to order the $225 part from Klipsch and install it. This time I might be able to save money by ordering the $225 amp panel and installing it myself.
But I will still have two nice Klipsch subs that now sell for $800 but that could go out again with the next severe storm. Thus possibly creating a new cycle of failures. (At least the 15-inch woofers are in excellent condition.)
Question, would you again fix the issue and keep the subs; fix the issues and sell the subs; or sell the subs as is (one working, one not) and purchase new ones.
In the same price range are:
-- SVS SB-1000 Pro (325w, 12" woofer) for $599;
-- SVS SB-2000 Pro (550w, 12") for $799;
-- Def. Tech ProSub (300w, 8") for $399;
-- SVS SB-3000 SUBWOOFER (800w, 13") for $999
I don't plan to buy another new Klipsch sub. I would just fix the latest one to fail and have two repaired Klipsch subs.
Anyone interested in buying one fully working Klipsch R-115SW and its twin that needs about a $225 amp panel? Both for $350 right here in River City
This post was edited on 4/11/21 at 2:39 am
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Posted on 4/11/21 at 10:51 pm to MDB
SVS ALL DAY
Posted on 4/12/21 at 10:41 am to MDB
I’ve had a klipsch rw12d for such a long time and when I heard a svs, it was much cleaner and powerful.
Posted on 4/12/21 at 11:09 am to MDB
Just sent in my SVS pb1000 for the SVS upgrade to the pb1000 pro.
I can confirm SVS subs are amazing. And I’ve only have the entry level sub so far.
I can confirm SVS subs are amazing. And I’ve only have the entry level sub so far.
Posted on 4/12/21 at 12:00 pm to MDB
Stick to subs by Power Sound Audio, Rythmik, JTR, Funk as your first level subs. If you can't find what you want from them check with monolith, HSU and SVS.
SVS is the worst performance/$ but they have great customer support.
SVS is the worst performance/$ but they have great customer support.
This post was edited on 4/12/21 at 12:01 pm
Posted on 4/12/21 at 12:32 pm to MDB
OP, if you are willing to go to $1k, you should really check out the following:
- HSU VTF3mk5
- HSU ULS15
- HSU VTF15
- Monolith 12" ported
- HSU VTF2mk5
- Rythmik FVX12 (I had these before upgrading, phenomenal subs)
- Rythmik FVX15
- Monolith 10" ported ($500 best budget sub out there)
- Rythmik LV12F
- Rythmik LVX12
If your room is smallish (<2,000 cuft), you might look at sealed subs to help tame room gain unless you just want as much couch shaking as possible. In that case stick with ported.
- HSU VTF3mk5
- HSU ULS15
- HSU VTF15
- Monolith 12" ported
- HSU VTF2mk5
- Rythmik FVX12 (I had these before upgrading, phenomenal subs)
- Rythmik FVX15
- Monolith 10" ported ($500 best budget sub out there)
- Rythmik LV12F
- Rythmik LVX12
If your room is smallish (<2,000 cuft), you might look at sealed subs to help tame room gain unless you just want as much couch shaking as possible. In that case stick with ported.
This post was edited on 4/12/21 at 12:33 pm
Posted on 4/12/21 at 2:13 pm to MDB
love my SVS
Posted on 4/12/21 at 2:53 pm to MDB
I had an SW-112 fried the board, took so long to get an email back from their customer service I went ahead and bought a JL D-110 to take its place.
I think that this point I'm still going to get the $200 board to get the Klipsch back up and running and use the JL in another room where the smaller size will be a huge advantage. The JL is way smaller and I'd say a good step up in quality/sound quality.
I think that this point I'm still going to get the $200 board to get the Klipsch back up and running and use the JL in another room where the smaller size will be a huge advantage. The JL is way smaller and I'd say a good step up in quality/sound quality.
Posted on 4/13/21 at 1:44 pm to MDB
quote:I would fix the issue and keep the subs.
Question, would you again fix the issue and keep the subs; fix the issues and sell the subs; or sell the subs as is (one working, one not) and purchase new ones.
With that said, if you want to upgrade now... or in the future, I agree with notsince98.
quote:All of these are good brands, and you'd be happy with any of them.
Stick to subs by Power Sound Audio, Rythmik, JTR, Funk as your first level subs. If you can't find what you want from them check with monolith, HSU and SVS.
I went through the process 2 years ago.
I ended up going with PSA. IMO it was the best combination of performance and value.
Posted on 4/13/21 at 3:10 pm to MDB
I just added a PB1000 pro. It's pretty nice. Other subs are Definitive BP7001sc speakers with built in subs. One of them went out so I replaced it with the SVS. I would buy another. Great company also. Definitive is alot slower to respond to problems.
Posted on 4/13/21 at 6:03 pm to MDB
As noted earlier, you need an uninterruptable power source that supplies juice to your equipment for 30-60 minutes if you keep having surges and power outages. $130 - $150 usually will get you a unit with 4 UPS battery slots + 4-6 regular slots, I've had some that lasted 7 years on an original battery and you can buy replacement batteries pretty cheap. Have no idea why people don't use these for expensive computer and AV setups as they are cheap insurance.
Posted on 4/15/21 at 3:37 pm to MDB
Well, I went ahead and bought a pair of SVS SB-3000s (sealed) for my den/entertainment center. Will set them up today and tomorrow. I’m hardly a beginner but don’t have the cash to build the type system some of you advocate for. If the SVS pair don’t cut it, then I’ll look a little higher but $2K on subs ain’t cheap.
Next week I am replacing my on-the-wall surrounds with in-wall Sonance (dual 6.5) and rears with Sonance (single 6.5). These too will settle in around $1600.
Then — if I’m granted permission by this board — will add a pair of Bowers & Wilkins 603 S2s with the matching center. Another $2K or so but am also considering Martin Logan of similar quality.
Right now I have huge Klipsch RF-7 IIs floors but the wife says I have to downsize a bit and get the old big black speakers off the den walls.
By the way, I’m 71 and a Vietnam combat vet so my hearing isn’t at audiophile levels anymore but I still know quality sound when I hear it.
Next week I am replacing my on-the-wall surrounds with in-wall Sonance (dual 6.5) and rears with Sonance (single 6.5). These too will settle in around $1600.
Then — if I’m granted permission by this board — will add a pair of Bowers & Wilkins 603 S2s with the matching center. Another $2K or so but am also considering Martin Logan of similar quality.
Right now I have huge Klipsch RF-7 IIs floors but the wife says I have to downsize a bit and get the old big black speakers off the den walls.
By the way, I’m 71 and a Vietnam combat vet so my hearing isn’t at audiophile levels anymore but I still know quality sound when I hear it.
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