Danny Linguini
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Rather than hijack the other subwoofer thread (more than I already have), I figured it might be fun to start another one that goes into more detail on how folks are using subs instead of just what subs they’re using. There are some folks in there who have some very interesting setups, in addition to folks who are still considering a sub to their rigs. And since a lot of those setups are using WiiM’s bass management capabilities in the Home app, will, I thought it just makes sense.
I just added a SVS SB-1000 Pro, replacing an aging but still very functional JBL PSW1000. I’m still tweaking, as I only connected it up this morning, so I’ll have more to follow in another day or two. Or more. But s far I’m really liking what I’m hearing.
First thing I noticed before anything else, the old JBL - a 100w ported box with a 10” driver - is actually louder than this new SVS, a 325w 12” in a sealed box. I expected there’d be close, but I didn’t expect that result. However, with levels adjusted, the SVS is plenty loud enough at max volume and 0 gain in the Home app’s sub settings. I ran through the sub/speaker sync and then room correction a couple of times, then checked it again using the HouseCurve app. There’s been a bit of mild tweaking throughout the day, but I’m mostly sticking with what RC built. So, while the JBL is louder, it’s in a narrower range. When they say sealed box subs have a more gradual roll-off, they’re not kidding. This little unit puts it out smooth and even throughout its whole range. Color me impressed.
And whoever said a sealed box sub can’t rattle the house off its foundation, I got another thing for ya. I’m listening to some older Dead Can Dance, and one of the tracks (didn’t catch which one) hit a sustained bass note that damn near shook me off the couch. It was deeper and cleaner than anything I’d ever heard out of the JBL. And now Apple Music just threw on something from Rajna by Black Tears (who I’d never heard before), and oh my goodness, gotta hold onto my hat. And the amp volume is only at 33.
Please feel free to share your sub stories!
I just added a SVS SB-1000 Pro, replacing an aging but still very functional JBL PSW1000. I’m still tweaking, as I only connected it up this morning, so I’ll have more to follow in another day or two. Or more. But s far I’m really liking what I’m hearing.
First thing I noticed before anything else, the old JBL - a 100w ported box with a 10” driver - is actually louder than this new SVS, a 325w 12” in a sealed box. I expected there’d be close, but I didn’t expect that result. However, with levels adjusted, the SVS is plenty loud enough at max volume and 0 gain in the Home app’s sub settings. I ran through the sub/speaker sync and then room correction a couple of times, then checked it again using the HouseCurve app. There’s been a bit of mild tweaking throughout the day, but I’m mostly sticking with what RC built. So, while the JBL is louder, it’s in a narrower range. When they say sealed box subs have a more gradual roll-off, they’re not kidding. This little unit puts it out smooth and even throughout its whole range. Color me impressed.
And whoever said a sealed box sub can’t rattle the house off its foundation, I got another thing for ya. I’m listening to some older Dead Can Dance, and one of the tracks (didn’t catch which one) hit a sustained bass note that damn near shook me off the couch. It was deeper and cleaner than anything I’d ever heard out of the JBL. And now Apple Music just threw on something from Rajna by Black Tears (who I’d never heard before), and oh my goodness, gotta hold onto my hat. And the amp volume is only at 33.
Please feel free to share your sub stories!
