Peter P. Posted April 11 Share Posted April 11 8 hours ago, Iteachstem said: Check Facebook marketplace for used subs. .. THIS. You're not interested in the latest, greatest, and highest price. Check the used market. The subs I've listed below are from quality brands, which I found for you in the Dallas/Fort Worth craigslist listings. If the seller is willing to demo for you, you have a legitimate seller. If the ad is written intelligently, ditto. https://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/ele/d/lewisville-rel-ht-1003-home-theater/7735849489.html https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/ele/d/lewisville-martin-logan-dynamo-700w/7734501614.html https://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/ele/d/fort-worth-rel-ht-1205/7736113584.html If you really want a new subwoofer, I'd suggest an SVS 1000 Series sub. Attractively priced, good customer service. I see nothing wrong with the Klipsch Reference or Reference New subwoofers. They are in your price range and should meet your less than demanding needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebaer Posted April 12 Author Share Posted April 12 First, I want to thank everyone who took the time to try to assist me. Thank you @Peter P. for going above and beyond in actually identifying possible solutions that are within driving range of where I live. Same for @Iteachstem. I will do some more searching online now that I have some example known good brands and models to see if any are to be had for a price I am willing to pay. I know you all were trying to prevent me from going the wrong way with this and that is much very appreciated. I called Klipsch Customer Service today and go the answers to my original questions. To be honest their R-12SW still feels like good choice for my needs. It is < 1/2 its original price on Amazon @ $219, which if it doesn't work out is both returnable, and theoretically throw away priced, if I later decide I need something better. I also is new, and has a warranty 2 years for the Amp, and 5 years for the Driver. Although there is no rush, I also don't want to make this a "Quest". So, I don't want to waste any more of your time that you could be using to help someone else who needs it. Thanks again for all your help... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P. Posted April 12 Share Posted April 12 9 hours ago, ebaer said: I will do some more searching online now... Thanks again for all your help... Be sure and post what you wind up buying, and give us a review, regardless of what you choose! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebaer Posted 14 hours ago Author Share Posted 14 hours ago @Peter P. As per your request, I am responding with my decision. I thought long and hard about what you guys said above. I came to realize that without the ability to at least control the subwoofer, I would likely not be happy with it. The SVS really made me think about the value of the control and not having to climb behind my TV to adjust what little was adjustable on the Klipsch and other inexpensive subwoofers. It also made me think about the fact that I hadn't updated any of my audio equipment in 20+ years and it was probably time to do that. The final event that pushed me over the edge was the airing of the Billy Joel the 100th on the 14th. I was still without a decent sound system to enjoy it. So, not being a person who likes to buy used stuff in unknown condition without a warranty or support, and in consideration of all of your comments and a great video by the Obsessed Garage: SVS Subwoofers: Which Entry-Level Sub? (PB-1000 vs PB-2000 & SB-1000 vs SB-2000) - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZTMv3cO6tQ). I decided on the SVS PB-1000. I have received it and set it up and I needed to talk to their support on an issue with that. I was very impressed by the sales person and then the support person who was available to help me at 7:45pm the night the subwoofer showed up. I now have a new dilemma. My current regular speakers are again 20+ year old tiny Optimus Bookshelf speakers from Radio Shack. Oddly enough, they are not terrible, but, obviously not anything close to the current state of the art. Due to space considerations, I was going to try to replace them with more up-to-date Bookshelf speakers and I spent a LOT of time researching them, including the ones suggested by the video above (PSB Alpha P5) and then I noticed that there were Tower speakers that came in at a similar cost to some of the better Bookshelf speakers. I originally had not considered those due to space constraints. My TV is in a corner and there isn't much room on either side, particularly on the left side which would overhang the fireplace. However, in looking at the prices and reviews, it seemed like there were only 2-3 speakers that were well reviewed, priced right, and were physically appealing to me. Polk Audio XT70 or XT60 Sony SSCS3 Klipsch (several, but they are so large I'm not sure they would work) I currently have a Pioneer VSX-D509S AV Receiver and I am not planning to replace that. I have also been looking at Bookshelf speakers (around $500/pair), but that is a really long list and I am wondering if I should consider Powered or only passive. The reason I have been thinking powered is for the same reason I picked the SVS Subwoofer and that is the ability to tune them if needed. Some I have considered: Passive ------- SVS Prime Bookshelf PSB Alpha P5 Polk Audio T15 Active ------ Kali Audio MM6 Kali Audio LP6v2 (discontinued ?) Audiodngine A5+ PreSonus Eris E5 BT Update (I started that text 2 weeks ago) I purchased the Elac Debut 2.0 B6.2 Bookshelf speakers due to them having great reviews, but not being expensive. I also selected them due to the fact that the Tweeter, Woofer, and Base Port are all inline and the Dome Tweeter appears to be relatively omni directional. I also ordered a pair of the Polk Audio XT70 Towers in case the Elac's didn't do the job. I do like the the Elacs, but after visiting the Best Buy Magnolia store and listening to a pair of Martin Logan Shelf Speakers that were about $800/each, so, unfortunately I know how high the bar can be. But, like I said originally, I am not an audiophile, but I can tell the difference, I just don't want to invest the amount needed to get to that level. I am currently looking at the following reviewers on Youtube to try to get a better education of what matters, and what I can possibly do for the best bang for the buck: Obsessed Garage Cheap Audio Man Joe N Tell Erin's audio corner Hopefully all of the above can help another noob like me. Thanks again for all your help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P. Posted 5 hours ago Share Posted 5 hours ago Thanks for the update. You were wise to choose a pair of bookshelf speakers to replace your Optimus speakers, vs. buying a pair of floorstanders. The subwoofer will already fill the gap any bookshelf speaker can provide and due to size and placement issues you already had a location available (the place where your Optimus speakers sat), where you were sure you could put a new speaker. We often have to consider limiting factors other than the features of the speaker we want, when considering how to upgrade. I wouldn't chuck those Optimus speakers. Many times we later yearn for those speakers we had "way back when" (I know I do), so consider puting those bookshelf speakers to use in the garage, basement, workshop etc. where you'll still enjoy them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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