Big Subwoofer vs Small Subwoofer: Comparison

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    Integrating a subwoofer into your home theater or stereo provides big sound and an immersive experience, but choosing the right size is not easy. They’re not exactly a one-size-fits-all proposition, and they’re also a little confusing to shop for if you don’t know where and how to look.
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  • @davisdesigns1153
    @davisdesigns1153 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    im converting my house into a sub-enclosure now, thanks

  • @michaelvickers89
    @michaelvickers89 5 ปีที่แล้ว +140

    I know the answer, but still wanted to see a video about subwoofers

    • @nameersadik2123
      @nameersadik2123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      PLEASE TELL ME WHICH IS BETTER!!!!!! PLEASE

    • @poop4719
      @poop4719 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nameersadik2123 big is better but small is more affordable unless you can get a good deal on a big one

    • @nameersadik2123
      @nameersadik2123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@poop4719 oh, well thanks

    • @hbn4220
      @hbn4220 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nameer Sadik bigger is better it hits lower cause it has more of a surface area and most likely has a bigger Xmas= excursion Same things but you have have sensitivity to look into like a 8” and have a higher sensitivity then a 18” so that 8” is gonna be louder but can probably only hit 40hz vs that more quiet 18 that can hit 20hz or less depending on the box me personally I love lower notes cause it makes the sub move and it really shows what subs are made for they hit the notes that tweeters and woofers can’t hit but sub doesn’t mean everything box is almost the most important thing cause tuning I can buy a $70 sub and make it sound like a $2k system just depends what you got time for and what you wanna spend you got time to do research and build a box go ahead more power to you

    • @nameersadik2123
      @nameersadik2123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hbn4220 thanks for the very very detailed answer. I definitely didn't know that smaller subs had higher frequencies. In the future I hope to make my own speaker setup 🙂

  • @vitalijussivakovas334
    @vitalijussivakovas334 5 ปีที่แล้ว +220

    Also you can use subwoofer as a chair :D

    • @DRPowell
      @DRPowell 5 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Vitalijus Sivakovas - Sit on one, eat dinner off the other!

    • @michaelwright1602
      @michaelwright1602 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      WAF, that thing ain't flying. Call it whatever you want. ;-)

    • @captainlovemaker7095
      @captainlovemaker7095 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Done that like 193972662 times

    • @vitalijussivakovas334
      @vitalijussivakovas334 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GG-ex5bk :D

    • @DH-og5yr
      @DH-og5yr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@michaelwright1602 a vibrator.

  • @AndyBHome
    @AndyBHome 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    And surprisingly, two subwoofers that can each only go down to a certain level of low end responsiveness can actually go deeper when used together. So one sub that can practically only go down to 40Hz can produce good frequency response down to 35Hz, or maybe even lower, when paired with another subwoofer, even an identical one that is supposed to go down to only 40Hz, because the combined surface area is able to move enough air to effectively create the pressure required for our ears to detect lower frequencies than either one could by itself.

  • @Miskatonic-University
    @Miskatonic-University 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Subject of the video is pretty interesting but I found the video to bee too brief, I think a lot more is to be said on the sound differences according to size.

  • @i_read_bad_reviews
    @i_read_bad_reviews 5 ปีที่แล้ว +359

    I say no matter what sub you pick.... get two.

    • @carewser
      @carewser 5 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      I have 8

    • @i_read_bad_reviews
      @i_read_bad_reviews 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Carew Martin well get 2 or more in intervals of 2. I have 3 and the cancellation doesn’t work in any configuration. So now I use the extra for the computer .

    • @jaynee8581
      @jaynee8581 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Two sundown nightshade v4 18"?

    • @Mercury1955
      @Mercury1955 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree with that for the reasons he stated and also two will won't have to work as hard as one when one likes to crank up the volume.

    • @carewser
      @carewser 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GG-ex5bk 2 of them aren't hooked up right now so I only have 6 running but yeah I basically collect 2.1 computer speaker systems which is the only reason I can even fit all of them in my place is because most of the subs are small

  • @naturalverities
    @naturalverities 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Congrats for a much more accurate presentation than most on this subject. I would add that physics dictate that---all else (including maximum cone excursion) being equal---a larger driver always has lower distortion and higher maximum output level. A small sub can easily be designed to go as deep as a large sub, but not as loudly or as efficiently; and low efficiency means a bigger amp, more waste heat buildup and potential damage. Room size should be the main consideration in sizing a sub. A large room will suck up low bass and leave a small sub overdriven and gasping.

  • @iWasimAbbas
    @iWasimAbbas 5 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    More videos like this: Hi-Fi, Hi-Res Audio, Bookshelf, Floorstanding speakers...

  • @jameswright5572
    @jameswright5572 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I run two RSL speedwoofers on my home theater. Love em.

  • @gregbartley2475
    @gregbartley2475 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I prefer sealed subs. Probably because I listen to a lot of music on my system. Your explanation is clear and concise.

  • @oneaburns
    @oneaburns 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Two 8” subs are still not going to be able to hit the low frequencies one larger speaker can. They will be louder and more balanced but not deeper.

    • @carlosoliveira-rc2xt
      @carlosoliveira-rc2xt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Generally not necessarily louder.

    • @mrpmj00
      @mrpmj00 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have 2 rooms and both setups. I prefer the room with 2 identical smaller subs because the room sounds fuller, and you get more quick clean SLAM (for kick drums in the movie THE DIRT, and foot stomping in the movie GREATEST SHOWMAN). The volume is louder for both SLAM and BOOM.
      The other room with the bigger 1 sub good for BOOM like explosions but it doesn't have the slam.

    • @Aluisiodv
      @Aluisiodv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too. 2 active subwoofers Sunfire 8",wow,is very good 🔊🔊

  • @Rob-eg8qc
    @Rob-eg8qc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Good advice. I have an old REL Q400e that still packs a punch. My neighbours love it too. They even bricked my window so they could hear it aswell as the vibrations.. Evidence they have a good taste in subwoofers.

  • @justingillette8287
    @justingillette8287 5 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Size of a speaker does not dictate the low frequency extension. It’s a little more complicated than that.

    • @ilpatongi
      @ilpatongi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Justin Gillette Correct.
      Altho, a smaller driver is usually paired with a small enclosure.
      Gotta love the faces of people when you show them what a 4 inch can do in a TLine

    • @justingillette8287
      @justingillette8287 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      SuperTRev the size of a radiating cone transducer or speaker has some effect on the t/s parameters of the driver that constitute the operating frequency range however it is way more complex than that. Look up any professional audio equipment and you will find mid range drivers as large as 18” dia and yet they are not suited to reproduce below 120hz and conversely there as small as 2” drivers that can not play over 120hz it all depends on the soft parts compliance which equates to the resonance of the drivers.
      Now a larger dia driver will have more sd and in many ways more output however vd is a much clearer indication of output so don’t just look at speaker size when looking at frequency extension or output capability you gotta understand the driver t/s parameters...

    • @justingillette8287
      @justingillette8287 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      SuperTRev look up iso loudness curve. We can hear down to about 20-24hz but it take a lot more pressure to perceive it as being at an equal level to the rest of the sounds. Most mastered music stays above 30hz and really does not operate much below from 40hz range. You could build an 8” subwoofer that was good to 20hz but it would be hard to get it loud enough to really hear or feel. It takes a lot to get the low frequencies audible.

    • @justingillette8287
      @justingillette8287 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      SuperTRev the size of the driver in a subwoofer system does not tell the story of how loud it is. Yes most of the time a subwoofer you buy in say Best Buy the 10” unit will put preform the 8” unit. But if you can find a max spl spec on the thing that will give you a better idea what is possible. Sadly most of the time manufactures don’t provide that spec which o don’t understand it is like the critical part but I digress. Just an FYI an 8” subwoofer with 400w power handling and three times the vd of a 10” sub that handles 50w will beat it for spl. It will likely cost a lot more too

    • @johnr6168
      @johnr6168 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@trevrockrock16 Any naturally occurring sub bass should certainly be kept. As for adding sub bass as part of a mix set up then do it if you think it adds something worthwhile to the sound. To leave it out would seem unfair to those who've made the effort and paid the price to have a system that deals with very low bass.

  • @patrickfromtheguvernmentod3016
    @patrickfromtheguvernmentod3016 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    its essential to hear every part of the music your listening too, so when i first heard a boomin system wen i was 16 and realized i was missing parts of all the music ive heard my whole life it was like an awakening or new drug. now at 45 i still have big 10-15 " subs both in my studio and mustang, and i it will remain that way for life ill be called grandpa boom. you need the 12's at least to catch every single drop of a tune to hear that grumbling ,grubby, deep low bass, i even find my ears tuning any random music i hear in passing automatically trying to pick up low bass.

  • @Slickman2006
    @Slickman2006 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This is why I like SVS's SB series, they pack a pretty good punch in small packages. I have dual SB16 Ultras myself.

    • @billd9667
      @billd9667 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      SB16 Ultras are small packages?

    • @Slickman2006
      @Slickman2006 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@billd9667 To me they are, compared to the big ported subs or dual 18" sealed subs from other companies that underperform. The SB16 Ultra is only essentially a 20" cube.

  • @wandatepedino
    @wandatepedino 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which is the minimum size of the venue room for deploying and playing a 18 inch subwoofer? Or are they way better playing throughout outdoor venues?

  • @Bernard-John
    @Bernard-John 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    hi good video well explained,since i have now 2 rel quake 11 subwoofers there is a definate improvement,not so much louder bass but better controled bass,good tip

  • @ImpulseAudioSpeakers
    @ImpulseAudioSpeakers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I clicked sorta expecting the typical myths to be spewed, such as bigger drivers are slow and smaller drivers are more tight and accurate. Pleasantly surprised that this was generally accurate and probably helpful to most people. I’d still take the extra Vd of the 15” sub over two 8s, but spreading the bass in the room is very valuable so good point. Great vid, thanks.

    • @ilpatongi
      @ilpatongi 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Impulse Audio How is that a myth?
      You can’t defy the laws of physics, it’s true that some subs today offer bigger drivers and are a little bit better in this regard but even the top of the line SVS PB16 Ultra isn’t as accurate as the 13

    • @ImpulseAudioSpeakers
      @ImpulseAudioSpeakers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Jeremy Clarkson accuracy isn’t the same as slow or tight. Accuracy is just what it is, accuracy. In my experience bigger drivers are MORE accurate below 80hz. This is the physics. Small drivers can’t reproduce these frequencies nearly as well, they add distortion (that might sound like tightness), they can’t dig as deep (never heard or measured an 8” sub that can dig below 25hz with any appropriate SPL to match decent mains), etc. They are not “fast”. That’s not a thing. 80hz is 80hz on a 8” or 18” woofer. The cone moves back and forth 80 times in one second. If the bigger SVS is less accurate there is something else going on. If this is a judgment by your ears, I’m skeptics that room placement or some other influence formed your opinion. If it’s based on measurement data, then SVS screwed up. Bigger subs are generally more accurate than smaller ones, it’s physics pure and simple.

    • @ImpulseAudioSpeakers
      @ImpulseAudioSpeakers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Jolted Cosmos I doubt they’ve bent the rules of physics. I’m not sure how a small sub is usually better than a big sub in a small room. It usually makes more sense in a small room, and the extra Vd from a bigger sub might be wasted in a small room, but not sure how what you’re saying is true. Same room, same location, same output, just a different size driver (below 80hz), give me the big one. Every time.

    • @robflynn7905
      @robflynn7905 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@infiniteblaz3416 Velodyne is easilly beaten these days. Even the once mighty dd18+ is destroyed by the bigger competition. Yes there are measurements to prove this, databass have tested the velo along with (A LOT) of better subs

    • @ImpulseAudioSpeakers
      @ImpulseAudioSpeakers 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jolted Cosmos I was gonna say this no longer sounds like a tight vs loose bass discussion until I read your PS. Yes we agree, I think :)

  • @theitalian556
    @theitalian556 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    2 12's is usually the ticket!

    • @Clint3571
      @Clint3571 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      For music, 12's are good, but you really have to stretch their capabilities for movies down at 20hz. 15's usually have natural resonance around 20hz.

    • @theitalian556
      @theitalian556 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Clint3571 I agree, which is why I will be going with the HSU VTF-3

    • @jt651
      @jt651 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      theitalian556 that’s the ticket, I got one 12” already

    • @jayydudley5897
      @jayydudley5897 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      18s and 21s ftw

    • @astrobeats3863
      @astrobeats3863 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@theitalian556 same, the price is high but it's a great sub for the money

  • @TheNwoLegend
    @TheNwoLegend 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is this good for 4k blue ray set up.I love the lg soundbar i bought.I just noticed that i need a receiver to connect my sound tower and sounbar with sub.It will cost me more to get it set up completely.Will this do the job for along with having a great 4k cinema set up.

    • @WinZard
      @WinZard 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      your screen resolution has nothing to do with the sound. but yes get the receiver and hook it all up.....

  • @psnKnowledge
    @psnKnowledge 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    There Martin Logan 800 x is actually a 10" subwoofer.

  • @thezman350
    @thezman350 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Maybe it depends on the room but is it better to have two subs the same size or two that are different sizes that give you more sub range like a 8 and 12 inch?

  • @orionorion1809
    @orionorion1809 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you have any videos on those KEF towers you have in the background? I'm trying to find out as much as possible about them

  • @MaZEEZaM
    @MaZEEZaM 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think mine is a 12 inch sub, I bought it more than a decade ago so cant really remember, anyhow, it looks really nice and I use it as a coffee or lamp table. Currently its in the corner of my room functioning as a lamp table.

  • @CrashPCcz
    @CrashPCcz 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid for beginners and power users!

  • @jimlev
    @jimlev 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is your opinion on the Acoustic Audio 10" 200W min. 400W max. Subwoofer? Did you ever do a review on this particular brand? AND! My Yamaha 200 W finally starting clipping a lot after about 9 years of having it... So, I just ordered the 10 inch Acoustic Audio from Amazon for $185 (Including tx and shipping) CDN. It should work very well with my Acoustic Audio book shelf speakers ... I have an ONKYO 4K 7.1 Amp ... What would be the best settings for the Gain / Crossover? And, what is your opinion on the Phase setting? Should I keep it at '0' or '180'? The Sub will be placed on a wooden floor and in the corner behind the TV ...

  • @sandrosbackyard343
    @sandrosbackyard343 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question? If you have two identical subs do you put both at the same frequency and volume? I have two 12 inch subs in a well-insulated theater room I built
    one sub is in the front and the other at the back of the room and I still find there lacking clarity...I need help! Thanks

  • @spek1174
    @spek1174 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does it make a big difference operating a self powered SUB on a hard surface or a soft rugged surface?

  • @bobrock704
    @bobrock704 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I jused a Peavey Black Widdow 18" in a DIY double ported band-pass. -3 dB at 16 Hz, with a Hypex 400 watt digital amp. Works well!

    • @RAM-BAWN
      @RAM-BAWN 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have Peavey 18" powered by a 1200 watt Peavey amp. I can definitely piss off my neighbors!

  • @user-hj6hi9ho2k
    @user-hj6hi9ho2k 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great review Caleb!!! Keep up the awesome reviews. Late joining the party so to speak, just replaced my paradigm PS 1000 V.3 sub with a defiance X15. Had to special order it. Was hoping for the X12 however no stock availability. New sub should arrive in 10 days. Not sure how or when but I blew my PS 1000 V.3 sub a few months back. Lot of rattling coming from the sub during low frequency audio.

  • @DineshSingh1201
    @DineshSingh1201 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great explanation!!

  • @GravityOfLife
    @GravityOfLife 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    base on my experiences, positioning the sub inside your room is the key. The correct spot will echoe the very low frequencies multiple times and they will sound very very good. Your visitors will say, "wow you really got a powerful sub!"

    • @rudytoth
      @rudytoth 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right up against the wall is best too.

  • @savanpanchal451
    @savanpanchal451 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am looking to set up 5.1 set up with floor standing spkrs for my living room. I am looking to put the floor standing speaker against the wall so I am trying to avoid ports in the back and looking for white color - any recs? Love your reviews and your passion for tv and music!!

  • @ross5506
    @ross5506 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just purchased 2 RSL 10" 300 rms for $799. American. Amazing deal and you can feel the tight bass. My room is 19' x 11'

  • @Hesbonful
    @Hesbonful 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Sir, kindly advice. Which sub will have deepest bass between two subs, all parameters held constant save;
    1st Subwoofer Pioneer TS-D12D2.0 with 72db, 600 wats RMS dual core 2 ohms vs
    2nd Subwoofer: pioneer TS w3003d4 with 96db, and 600 watts RMS 4 ohm dual core.
    Thank you Sir.

  • @Mercury1955
    @Mercury1955 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video. I tend to agree with your views.

  • @biteme263
    @biteme263 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It really depends on what you want your sub to do, how big the room is, what speakers you are pairing it with and stuff like that. Like the video said, normally a bigger subwoofer is going to play lower and move more air. However don't just always assume a larger sub is going to be better. You still have to look at the specs and/or reviews. Some of the expensive smaller subs are very good and some of the larger less expensive subs are really not that fantastic, which was eluded to in the video.
    There is also such a thing as having a subwoofer that works too well for a situation. I built my own subwoofer that has a 15 inch driver and is at least twice the size of the one in this video, that I drive with an external amp. It turned out to work better than I thought it would and plays down to around 17 hertz. Problem is it is almost unusable in my home because other people live here and it effects the whole house if I turn it on. The dogs will even bark sometimes if there is a lot of bass or an epxlosion or something. I ended up using two 10 inch polks instead and the bass is much more localized and useable. The impact during movies isn't as good or extreme, but its good enough. And if I end up moving to an apartment the 15 sub I built will never work there either.

    • @nicok8203
      @nicok8203 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      this finally convinced me to go for the 12 inch (spl-120) instead of 15 inch thats on sale. I knew I didn't need it in my apartment but when the price is almost the same? Oof

  • @leavesunnyalone
    @leavesunnyalone 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking for a sub to pair with my Sennheiser ambeo. Have roughly $2000 Aus to spend. Was advised to get the paradigm seismic 110. But looking for suggestiona. What do you recommend?

  • @carltonslaine7756
    @carltonslaine7756 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting and useful information well explained
    I would go with both of them
    Because I am not fussed about
    Weather it looks out of place
    I love the sounds of subs they
    Make a lot of difference to music
    And movies rumble and shaking
    Bass I love that a lot I do love
    That big sub it looks the business
    Big massive thankyou for a excellent video many thanks

  • @ikarus8885
    @ikarus8885 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a subwoofer klipsch rp-115sw and when i turn off the reciever, the sub doesn't shut down, in the sub i put the crossover in LFE and the receiver 120, i try everything to fix the problem but the sub always is on in auto with the green light!

  • @AQAVAR
    @AQAVAR 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can i combine 2 different type SUB's ? Size too?

  • @zardoz2627
    @zardoz2627 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I f you decide to go with 2 subwoofers, do they need to be identical? Or can you use 2 different brands/types/sizes

  • @oilerguy5494
    @oilerguy5494 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What’s better down firing or front firing for smaller living area?

  • @gritloyal
    @gritloyal 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    There’s no replacement for displacement. Good vid...thx for sharing!

  • @davidcole2337
    @davidcole2337 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Agree if your AV supports a dual Sub's get it for a fuller sound.

  • @jshartman49
    @jshartman49 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I place my Subwoofer inside a cabinet that has screen mesh on the front? Or can I put it inside a cabinet with a wood door and just have a toe kick cut into the bottom of the cabinet? How much of an opening do I have to have for the Subwoofer to get the sound out of the inside of a cabinet. Thank you

  • @siriosstar4789
    @siriosstar4789 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    a very useful video , velar and concise .

  • @joekropp6155
    @joekropp6155 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have 2 Svs sb2000 (12 inch) in a small room- Really amazing for movies and music!

  • @mikelove9832
    @mikelove9832 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You for Your Help an Time !

  • @magnat505
    @magnat505 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a beast of a very small subwoofer in the living room. Bought a pioneer ts-w5012spl put it downfire in the smalles closure possible according to the box. Put a very heavy 3000 watt r.m.s. amp on it and man this thing is truly godlike. Compared to the velodyne spl 1200 ultra i had before this thing is what i was always looking for.

  • @salimkumar9748
    @salimkumar9748 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks

  • @mrpmj00
    @mrpmj00 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have 2 rooms and both setups. I prefer the room with 2 identical smaller subs because the room sounds fuller, and you get more quick clean SLAM (for kick drums in the movie THE DIRT, and foot stomping in the movie GREATEST SHOWMAN). The volume is louder for both SLAM and BOOM.
    The other room with the bigger 1 sub good for BOOM like explosions but it doesn't have the slam.

  • @robertrevelo1624
    @robertrevelo1624 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This guy is the best guy in the world!

  • @brandondannys-menary3678
    @brandondannys-menary3678 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just purchased the Polk Audi sw404b for only $70 and a used (but basically new) pioneer elite vsx-90 for $90. Lookin forward to cranking it up

  • @lesliebrooks3355
    @lesliebrooks3355 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the info

  • @RobertSpiller
    @RobertSpiller ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have any experience or knowledge of FosiAudio amps and preamps? I already ordered the Monoprice with an 8 inch driver....and it says it can go down to 50hz....some speakers can get that low,

  • @oggamer1826
    @oggamer1826 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Big sub for big show.

  • @siphoblose1328
    @siphoblose1328 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Knowing myself, I'd still go for the bigger sub.. Two of them to be exact

  • @daeladub
    @daeladub 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like how he uses the smaller sub for seat.

  • @louf7178
    @louf7178 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had a Velodyne FSR-15 and went up to the 18, but I recall the 15 sounding better. I decided to up grade because I didn't feel that the house's roof shingle were vibrating. I'm still happy with the 18 though. Yes, I know they're older, now.
    On loan to someone else, the 15 burned up (supposedly at normal volume (which I believe)). I have it back, and it is sitting (driver is frozen).

  • @patriknydensten1363
    @patriknydensten1363 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    IMHO, when you are looking for a sub, you start by looking at the low frequency. Discard all subs that don't go 20 Hz or below. The point of a subwoofer is to output low frequencies. If the sub does not, then what is the point. Two subs that go down to 35 Hz can't make up for not covering 20 Hz.
    For some reason recommendation videos about subs seem to shy away from talking frequencies despite them being key. Look at the frequency charts. Make sure the sub goes low and curve is reasonably flat.
    Of course there are a ton more of parameters to consider but I'd argue they are secondary.

    • @sudd3660
      @sudd3660 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      i was just about to mention this, thank you.
      i recommend buying sled subwoofer with dsp, then you can get smaller subs to hit 20z, you just need more of them to play louder.
      and i say it again, never get ported or passive radiator subwoofer, only sealed, no matter if you use it for movies or music.

    • @JoshM7
      @JoshM7 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      sudd Sealed is a personal taste.
      It offes alot, but in the end I know too many people who wouldn't notice the benefits of sealed as they just want loud bass.

    • @sh91899
      @sh91899 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      sudd except that logic flies out the window when you have higher power and/or servo feedback like Rythmik subs.

    • @CrashPCcz
      @CrashPCcz 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is not that easy. Vague "frequency response description" will not tell you full story.

    • @arvidlystnur4827
      @arvidlystnur4827 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You also want to look for a sub with flat response.
      Subs that boom around fifty or sixty hertz sound like crap.

  • @JustBrowsing777
    @JustBrowsing777 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good summary

  • @rahuldev7566
    @rahuldev7566 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Till the end of the video I was expecting he'd checking it with a track, but he didn't

  • @litsaudio
    @litsaudio 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i didnt thought a 8'' sub. or a martin logan sub. would get so expensive

  • @LloydLynx
    @LloydLynx 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why is the suspension inverted?

  • @paulibarra5449
    @paulibarra5449 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have two subwoofer sony saw 2500 10 inch and the sound is amazyng

  • @brng1755
    @brng1755 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    But where can I get the Sub's Cinema's use?

  • @Neuron43
    @Neuron43 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    You know you're with the wrong woman when she secretly pulls the audio input cord from your subwoofer!
    My wife did this recently because she didn't know how to adjust the volume on the sub and couldn't hear her phone ringing.
    Left me puzzled when we watched an action movie on Netflix and the sound was sort of tinny.

    • @chriswelljack4910
      @chriswelljack4910 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My wife was disappointed with my pb16 ultra but then come around because she realized what makes me happy not just her lol

    • @rudytoth
      @rudytoth 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Use light when the phone rings a light will flash as to say: light is faster than sound. 😎

  • @gregc7314
    @gregc7314 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What AV rack is that?

  • @BryantAvant
    @BryantAvant 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have 3. 2 for the majority of the bass and a larger 12" to hit the lowest lows.

  • @AlexIstEinGott
    @AlexIstEinGott 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have 2 passive pa subs. 12" each. enough for my room.

  • @IMOMENTOI
    @IMOMENTOI 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Honestly Ive got my logitech z623 2.1 system about 6-7 years ago, and ill keep it as long as system will be in function. Its budget system and sounds outstanding.

    • @ralphsmith7331
      @ralphsmith7331 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You don't know what you are missing.

    • @IMOMENTOI
      @IMOMENTOI 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ralphsmith7331 what? :)

  • @RWRKofficial
    @RWRKofficial 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have two subs on my amp one is the 12 inch onkyo subs the other is my
    omage sub made in Canada!

  • @theitalian556
    @theitalian556 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    If you want to feel the explosions you go big!

  • @chrisnas1483
    @chrisnas1483 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where can i test out these subs , what store has these?

    • @rudytoth
      @rudytoth 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You may try "Best Buy."

  • @vijaymampilly1314
    @vijaymampilly1314 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    There’s something about a large subwoofer that you can feel, inside your ears and on your body, which is basically a large volume of air that is being constantly pushed about. It can be felt even at low volumes and this can be felt best in the dead of the night. The feeling is absolutely incredible. You will never get that feeling with a small subwoofer.
    To understand what I'm talking about, you will need to listen to the track by PINK FLOYD "Keep Talking". At 00:52 there is low bass drum beat that takes over, to hear THAT with a regular set of speakers without a subwoofer or even in headphones, is a disservice to the music. But to hear that coming out from a large subwoofer that displaces air, is absolutely divine! To hear that low trembling, in the still of the night, permeating your home is simply astounding!!
    This is my personal experience moving from a 6” down firing rectangular ported subwoofer to a 12” cubical ported subwoofer that I can position as down firing or side firing.
    Now that I have upgraded my AVR, I have an additional port for a second subwoofer and I cannot wait to add one more, of the exact same model that I currently have.
    1 will be placed behind my listening position, on top, close to the ceiling, front firing and 1 will be on the floor, diagonally opposite to the one close to the ceiling, with a setback from the floor standing speakers, firing downwards. That should give the room as well as the house a rumble too!
    Thank you for the advice!

  • @joelkuznetsov2826
    @joelkuznetsov2826 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just got 2 12in monolith subs but now I need an electrician to come out and install 15 amp outlet. Having 10amp outlet was not doing good when you have all the home theather power on one line...

  • @LFC-Star
    @LFC-Star 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    is placing the sub/s (front firing) either side of the TV unit the best place to put them? I've 2 subwoofers a KEF 1000PSW which is downfiring and a Klipsch SW100 which is forward facing. I was considering using the KEF behind the sofa and the Kllipsch is to the right of the TV unit

    • @jaystarr6571
      @jaystarr6571 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Experiment. Right now I have 1 in front of me to off to the left and the second behind me off to the right. The 1 in the rear is set to emphasize deeper notes and the 1 in the front is set to deliver more punch.

    • @LFC-Star
      @LFC-Star 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jaystarr6571 according to my Klipsch SW100 subwoofer manual each subwoofer attached to a Reciever should be in each corner of the room.

    • @jaystarr6571
      @jaystarr6571 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Tybok C My HT room is funny shaped and I have a standing waves problem when I put them in the corner.

    • @LFC-Star
      @LFC-Star 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jaystarr6571 my room is a square but I do have furniture like a sideboard.. Which makes things awkward when setting up a surround sound set up.. inc subwoofeers.. if I place a sufwoofer near a wall at the back of the room Then it hits the radiator.. My TV unit is on the fireplace as it's themost central spot forthe tv and my rectangular TV Unit to go on.

  • @RWRKofficial
    @RWRKofficial 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Two sub is really important to have good sound

  • @Ramesh_Muthusamy
    @Ramesh_Muthusamy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    brilliant!

  • @gulraizkhan3881
    @gulraizkhan3881 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    SIR PLEASE REVIEW NEW KEF Q SERIES SPEAKERS.

  • @speakerman342
    @speakerman342 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    the reason bigger subwoofers make better bass is because the bigger voice coils and cones make it easier for it to vibrate slower just like bass guitars are longer and have fatter strings to help make the lower frequencies

  • @michaelwright1602
    @michaelwright1602 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Right now, I have a pair of SVS PB-1000 subs. I think a pair of smaller subs, 10" or 12" are much better than one monster. And the room will have a lot to do with how the sub sounds, as well as getting it tuned in. Just because it is big does not mean it is best. And in many cases, going dual is the best way to tackle bass. Pair or match them with your speakers, trust me my little PB-1000 subs will rattle the dishes in my kitchen. Another thing I did, was to set the subs up on stands, de-couple them from the house. When I hear bass now, I hear and feel BASS, not the house shaking and rattling. Really good with music once you get them blended in. Oh, I'm using SVS Ultra bookshelves with the SVS PB-1000 subs. Are they end all and be all? No. I am eyeballing a pair of PB-3000 SVS subs, especially after speaking with Ed Mullens over at SVS regarding my system. Maybe this summer... ;-)

    • @michaelwright1602
      @michaelwright1602 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Mitchall Cran They will be here today, cannot wait. I wish the lighting was better in my room. I cannot even take a decent photo of my setup, no camera, just an iPhone. I'll need to purchase studio lighting and shadow boxes, LOL! I will see what I can do...

    • @michaelwright1602
      @michaelwright1602 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Mitchall Cran I will never own another ported subwoofer... These two SB-3000 subs are just tight, fast and you feel them, even at low volume. None of that slight chuff or lag in bass, just accurate. These will sound incredible with movies. Music, I cannot say enough. Mom is over, she said the same, 73 yo, she even said it has more depth, her words, not mine. When Mom approves, you know you have a winner. ;-) I wish you could hear this, and feel it... Willie Nelson, Loving her was easier... Every stroke of the bass guitar is felt, Willies voice just radiates... Oh man, this is Heaven. The drums... You feel the music, like you are sitting in the studio. You cannot see the subs, they are not in the room... And that is what you want. So happy I did this.

  • @ulflarsson9693
    @ulflarsson9693 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have the svs sb 16u sub. Maybe getting one more of it in the future when i can afford it. Best sub i have ever had. 😊👍

    • @nameersadik2123
      @nameersadik2123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nice I wish I had a sub

    • @aussieexpat
      @aussieexpat 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup! it's one of the few times in audio that doubling your budget actually results in double the performance. You will regret not doing it SOONER!

  • @carewser
    @carewser 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I kind of thought the industry standard for powerful small subs was the Sunfire Atmos which only has a 6 1/2 inch woofer

    • @carewser
      @carewser ปีที่แล้ว

      Until the KEF KC62 was released

  • @app1mxh
    @app1mxh 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please do a sound test next using a sound meter.

  • @winning77th
    @winning77th 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sunfire super junior, size doesn’t matter up until a point, I own a single pb16

  • @lamtungxenang4563
    @lamtungxenang4563 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ko còn từ nào để diễn tả( chị thật tuỵet vời quá ik ak)

  • @nicksnicknet
    @nicksnicknet 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    When I look at small subs like this, I see fingerprints :)

  • @ecamormex
    @ecamormex 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I daisy chain a second subwoofer? My A/V only has 1 sub preout.

  • @maxsjogren2779
    @maxsjogren2779 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I recommend the velodyne dd series.

    • @robflynn7905
      @robflynn7905 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good subs but are outclassed these days

  • @show-me-retro
    @show-me-retro 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Two 12s is a nice compromise

  • @chehau997
    @chehau997 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    perphas u may try procella audio v21 (dual 21 inch subwoofers in a box)

  • @euclidesortiz7766
    @euclidesortiz7766 ปีที่แล้ว

    This model is good to bass??

  • @IvanRossS
    @IvanRossS 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got 2 :) big at the front and small in the back of my room

  • @rudytoth
    @rudytoth 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Size Does Matter. With the right wire phase too and dont forget the crossover networks. 👀

    • @fwabble
      @fwabble 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's a saying I like - better to keep your mouth shut and let people think you're dumb, rather than open your mouth and prove it.
      (save face - delete your comedic comment)

    • @rudytoth
      @rudytoth 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fwabble There's another saying I like also: "Do not judge, less you be judged too."

  • @raymondleggs5508
    @raymondleggs5508 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    have a small sub for each channel (has to have speaker level ins and outs) and two big ones for the LFE.

  • @denniswalsh8476
    @denniswalsh8476 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Two years ago I bought a nice, 12 inch, ported, 350 watt (discontinued) sub for a very reasonable price. It worked very well in my room, so a nice, practical demo. So.... two weeks later I bought a second one before they were "gone". They worked great together so I agree.... two smaller subs seems like the way to go.

    • @jaynee8581
      @jaynee8581 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      12 inch=small..?

  • @saulmoore7541
    @saulmoore7541 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    one good one doesnt give you phase issues that two will. You can use the phase adjustment on them if you know what to listen for, but most people dont even understand what its for let alone how to set them. Also the phase adjustment only really works for one spot, which again negates why you went with two in the first place. Now i am much more picky on this than normal Ive been tuning systems for phase and time alignment for 10 years and really notice when the phase is off.

  • @arkdark5554
    @arkdark5554 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good and pro vid.