Swerv Posted April 24, 2001 Share Posted April 24, 2001 For me I have 3 Top Bass Parts from various movies that literally "shook the room".. Ranked from most the Most and longest amount of Room shakeing BASS : #1) Matrix : During the opening scene where trinity is in a "jam" she punches a cop in the face then does a "floaty kick" in the air. As she is jumping up, That for me is the Most Intense Bass i have ever heard to come out of my speakers. (80% volume with LFE and Windvd 2.3 with DVD genie 5.1 down-m to 4.1) #2)Titan AE: During the Ice Crystal scene where two Giant ice crystal collide and form a cave of ice around the little ship. That was really exagurated. "With spectra plus running along side there were peaks in the 25-45Hz Range) #3)Titan AE: During the Initial Explosion of the Earth, when the one of the chunks hits the moon and slices it in half. Gotta love that... hehe Whats everyone elses opinion for their favorite "BASS" scene also runner up for 3rd place was Martrix: when the helicopter explodes into the building. ( At loud volumes only ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afraid Posted April 25, 2001 Share Posted April 25, 2001 Saving private ryan during the last battle sequence. When the tank rolls in it shakes the house. Also when the tank planes fly overhead as tom hanks get shot. Good stuff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jefnel1 Posted April 25, 2001 Share Posted April 25, 2001 I agree that the Matrix has some killer scenes with bass that shakes the room, but nothing I have heard yet can touch the magnitude of the "depth charged" scene on the U-571 DVD. The silence...as one of the first charges falls deeper and deeper underwater...then, BOOM! Wake up the neighbors. You then get a surface view of the charges exploding underwater. The heavy bass of the explosion, then the extreme highs of splashing water. This DVD is a must for any HT buff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quenten Posted April 25, 2001 Share Posted April 25, 2001 I just watched Red Planet and was actually considering turning down the bass during the movie--was wondering if my company was thinking I had really gone over the edge. But then it came to me--I have gone over the edge! Aaaaaaa ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha haaaaa!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swerv Posted April 25, 2001 Author Share Posted April 25, 2001 HAHA LOL.... i'll have to rent U-571 , sounds like a good movie to demo subs... hehe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domain Posted April 25, 2001 Share Posted April 25, 2001 I definately have to agree with jefnel1, U-571 (the depth charge scenes) is absolutely intense. You're sitting there...then boom, boom, boom... BOOOOOM. I had to look around to make sure it was the movie shaking and not the room. Domain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Workin' Stiff Posted April 25, 2001 Share Posted April 25, 2001 I hate to be a named dropper here, but SVS also has a nice list of good bass demos: http://www.svsubwoofers.com/faqs.htm Check the section marked "What are some great bass demos" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myram Posted April 25, 2001 Share Posted April 25, 2001 I have to agree, U-571 is a great movie to test out your sub. Super Speedway is another dvd that is good, when they go from the pavement to the concrete in the corners and whenever they go under an overpass. And basically any on track action is a great test for any surround sound system.....especially when you are "cranking it up". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boa12 Posted April 25, 2001 Share Posted April 25, 2001 yea ditto on that U-571 in DTS. on those charges, my halogen lamp will flucuate kinda like those prison electric chair scenes - hey, anybody know a good electric chair movie? may have to rent the Green Mile dvd ------------------ Klipsch KLF-30 (front), KLF-C7, Cornwall I (rear) Velodyne HGS-18 sub woofer Monsterbass 400 sub interconnect & Monster S-12 cable Sony STR-DE935 a/v receiver Sony DVP-C650D cd/dvd player Sony Trinitron 27" stereo tv Toshiba hi-fi stereo vcr Technics dual cassette deck Technics direct drive turntable Scientific Atlanta Explorer 2000 digital cable box 2nd room: Klipsch RF-3 (front), RC-3, cheap little Technics (rear) Kenwood KR-9600 AM/FM stereo receiver (vintage '75) Teac PD-D1200 5-disk cd player Sega Genesis game player Sub: None yet rock on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveLee Posted April 25, 2001 Share Posted April 25, 2001 Iron Giant has great LFE content. Plus, any kids in the family will likely love it! The Haunting is also a good LFE demo DVD. Bad movie, but good sound ... In Saving Private Ryan, I also like the early D-Day landing scenes. The section where people are bobbing above and below the surface of the water -- going from the gawd awful battle sounds above to the muted explosions and throbbing of the landing craft motors below -- is awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erdric Posted April 25, 2001 Share Posted April 25, 2001 The Haunting DTS is punishing on subwoofers. The scene where the woman gets pulled out of the bed and runs down the hall literally had me and my wife feeling queasy. The house creaking is the most intense bass that I have ever FELT. The DTS demo disk has a couple of really good bass scenes. The one above is on it as well as the scene from ANTZ when the sneaker comes smashing down near the basket. If you liked U571 then you should check out Das Boot. Great bass and a better movie as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLOOMIS914 Posted April 25, 2001 Share Posted April 25, 2001 Another vote for U-571.....Jefnel1 is right on describing the quiet prelude while the chrages are falling then BOOM!!!!!!! then the crystal clear highs of the water raining down that scene made my wife jump up from her seat and actually get mad because it scared the Sh-- out of her. Toy Story 2 opening chapter. Also the scene when the giant pipe falls off the flat bed tractor trailer and is rolling down the street--not sure if this is Toy Story 1 or 2. My kids love those and I actually watch it over and over with them. Private Ryan beach scene is up there also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jefnel1 Posted April 26, 2001 Share Posted April 26, 2001 Another honorable mention is definitely Toy Story 2. The sound dynamics of the opening scene with Buzz Lightyear breaching the atmosphere of an unknown planet, and of course the tight, steady bass of the cement pipe rolling down the street in the crossing scene. I myself am not a big fan of kid's movies, but I picked this one up for the sound! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Show (TBS) Posted April 28, 2001 Share Posted April 28, 2001 Donot waste your money renting U-571. This DVD is a MUST BUY for any HT lover. My daughter thinks It's a Bug Life is worthy of honorable mention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spider124 Posted April 29, 2001 Share Posted April 29, 2001 I too liked U-571 and the bass is pretty impressive. But, if you want to see a REAL WWII sub move (and indeed 'the' sub movie of all time) you should rent the new Directors cut of Das Boot. It's got a remastered German 5.1 soundtrack (Unless you really can't stand subtitles, you should definitely watch it in german) which actually has some pretty awesome bass. Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jefnel1 Posted April 30, 2001 Share Posted April 30, 2001 Toy Story, Toy Story 2 and A Bug's Life are good owns for DVD HT fans. They each have an outstandingly accurate soundtrack throughout the movie. The Matrix helicopter scene and shootout scenes are great for testing highs and lows, as is the U-571 DVD. Other pulse pounding bass honorable mentions (in my opinion) are as follows: the initial meteor shower in "Armageddon" the fuel plane exploding in "Air Force One" the blood club scene in "Blade" cannon battle scenes in "The Patriot" the "Going Through" scene in "Stargate" the narrated opening scene of "Terminator 2" An honorable mention for VHS fans, the Star Wars Episode I THX video sounds awesome with the DSP modes of my Pioneer Elite receiver. Especially the pod race scene. I was amazed at how good a VHS tape can sound if you have the right equipment. Let's hope this one comes out on DVD sometime soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTYoung Posted April 30, 2001 Share Posted April 30, 2001 Jefnel1, rumor has it that Episode 1 will be out on DVD sometime this fall. Is that soon enough for you? :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jefnel1 Posted April 30, 2001 Share Posted April 30, 2001 That would be great, JTYoung! Where did you hear the rumor? I've been monitoring Amazon.com for news, but nothing yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myram Posted April 30, 2001 Share Posted April 30, 2001 A guy I work with also told me that episode 1 was coming out this fall. It is supposed to be loaded with all kinds of extras and be fully ready for 7.1 sound. Can't wait for that one, or any of the other Star Wars on DVD. ------------------ Home Theater System: Klipsch Quartets - mains for both systems Klipsch KV3 - center Klipsch KG.5's - rear surrounds Klipsch KSW12 subwoofer Denon AVR-1601 Music System: 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...
JTYoung Posted April 30, 2001 Share Posted April 30, 2001 I read it on StarWarsFan.org . It was also carried on DVD Sewer . Usually when it hits DVD Sewer it is pretty reliable. You will need to search the March archives for the actual news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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