myram Posted March 21, 2001 Share Posted March 21, 2001 I am looking into getting a KSW 12, and I would like to get everybody's honest opinion on them. Do they sound good? Are they strong enough? Are they a good deal for $300? Any and all input would be appreciated. Thanks, Steve ------------------ Klipsch Quartets - mains Klipsch KG .5's - rear surrounds Klipsch KV-3 - center Denon AVR-1601 Adcom GFA-555 Musical Concepts Modified NAD 1600 Pre/Tuner Sony C-67ES CD Player Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveLee Posted March 21, 2001 Share Posted March 21, 2001 I've had my KSW-12 for a year now, and it's been a great addition to my system. I'm sure you can get better subs for more $$$, but this one is hard to beat for the price. Check out the consumer reviews at: http://www.audioreview.com/reviews/Subwoofer/product_7731.shtml Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t-man Posted March 21, 2001 Share Posted March 21, 2001 Myram, you better have a corner (front) reserved for it. I've tried in the corner, and as little as 4-5 feet from it. Huge difference. It's a bit boomy, and not very "fast" or tight. It does the job nicely for HT, though. The price really can't be beat. This is a "fun" sub, but not really an accurate or incredible one. You truly get what you pay for with this. I'm overal pleased, as I got a used one for $200. Can't really complain. t-man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJT Posted March 21, 2001 Share Posted March 21, 2001 At $300 I think it will be tough to find something that will outperform the KSW12. I have one and have not had any trouble with it. I'm happy with its output and sound quality. Some posters on this board feel it performs better for home theater than it does for music. Let me add, I have only had longterm experince with the KSW12 and a Klipsch K-RSW(part of a sub/sat system). If you can, visit some local dealers and audition as many different subs as possible. Happy Hunting Joe T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erikm121 Posted March 22, 2001 Share Posted March 22, 2001 I've had mine since the first of the year and like it. Being a car audiophile, I expected too much from it. But after listening to friends and realizing it isn't like a car sub, i like it lot better. I'd say for the money its well worth it. I have a pair of Quartets also and am looking for something to use as surrounds. I have Quintets now but am moving to a larger house and am afraid they won't have the volume I want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruzer Posted March 23, 2001 Share Posted March 23, 2001 I have mine up front next to the Chorus IIs set at 6 and the X-over at 50. Sounds sweet. ------------------ Cruzer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myram Posted March 28, 2001 Author Share Posted March 28, 2001 Well the KSW12 is in and hooked up. It sounds sweet so far, but I still have to fully adjust it for my system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIN_Fragile Posted April 1, 2001 Share Posted April 1, 2001 I think it is a good sounding sub, but I had many, many problems with it... see my other topic on being "dissapointed with KSW 12" It is great for Home Theater; in music it is good, but nothing spectacular. But for 300 dollars, it is a great deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIN_Fragile Posted April 1, 2001 Share Posted April 1, 2001 I put a review for it right here: http://www.audioreview.com/reviews/Subwoofer/product_7731.shtml My review is the one by John from Omaha, NE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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