Which subs are you using for your HT system.
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Mark is one VERY busy guy. As if his subwoofer business wasn't keeping him busy, he is getting more response on his speakers --- including me. I have ordered three of his Catalyst primarily for two channel but they will also serve LCR duty and will (at least for a while) be keeping my Dunlavys so we can do some very direct comparions for two channel. Virtually all of his Catalyst customers use his product for HT. I will be the first primarily two channel guy. Once I get them, I will start a thread to discuss how they compare to the more traditional "stereo" speakers. I will be using the Tact 2.2XP to integrate the subs (his) to these speakers. Should be VERY interesting!
Steve,
It seems to me that the key issue when using subs for 2 ch and HT is having a Pre/processor that reallocates the signal source with 2 ch being a level/slope/frequency issue and with HT it being a .1 source with no slope or frequency issues involved. Any phasing or dsp should be the same for both because it is based on position relative to the fronts.
It seems to me that the key issue when using subs for 2 ch and HT is having a Pre/processor that reallocates the signal source with 2 ch being a level/slope/frequency issue and with HT it being a .1 source with no slope or frequency issues involved. Any phasing or dsp should be the same for both because it is based on position relative to the fronts.
I have a couple of JL f113s. I should soon be getting a pair of Scaena speakers and the 18" subs that go along with them -- not sure if and how the JLs will fit in with this, although having so many subs around the room might smooth response if I place them right.
I had a REL studio III with REL spec cable doing dual duty with HT and 2 channel with (initially Wilson Maxx 2 and now) Wilson Alexandrias. Approximately $10K investment. Now I use a pair of JL 113s on both 2 channel and HT. They are incredibly well integrated and definitely add to Alexandrias. The cost is also significantly less! I believe the ability to optimize the subs for the room is a huge advantage over the previous king of the hill REL.
Pair of 12" Rhythmiks in parallel with my mains (not using the subwoofer out). Wy? Because I prefer it that way (mains are Magnepan MG-IIIa's). Just sounds better to me. which is anice way of saying I've been out of high-end audio for a while, am fairly new to the whole HT scene, and set them up the way I used to have them running (though I had a custom sub then). - Don
I've had them for a few weeks. I'm more than pleased. A huge change in direction for me but I am very glad I made the decision. Are they the best speaker in the world? No. But are they one of the better I have heard - yes. And at their price point ($7000 for a pair including tri-amp power), I can't imagine doing any better for my particular priorities and requirements.
Hey every one 
. First post. This seems like a good place for my first post. I am using a single Seaton SubMersive1
. First post. This seems like a good place for my first post. I am using a single Seaton SubMersive1
Hey every one
Hi Mike
Thanks for joining us and great choice in a sub.
BTW, Mark is a member here
Four Bassmaxx ZR18's in custom-built cabinets here, handing bass below 20Hz. Mid-bass is handled by six Electro-Voice EVX180B's. All drivers are mutually-coupled, forming a 16-foot wall of coherent LF energy with single-point dispersion characteristics.
Comes in handy when playing back my 24-bit recordings of pyrotechnic events.
Comes in handy when playing back my 24-bit recordings of pyrotechnic events.
I have two F15 servo-subs from Rythmik. I think they make one of the best drivers for music reproduction in their price range, and the 15" models work well for HT use. They will also sell drivers and amps independent of cabinets which allows you to build your own if you have the tools and the time. I personally believe rythmik is one of those companies not many people have heard of, but those out there that know their products first hand will swear by them (people who actually value measurements). I'm not a fan of people who think everything they own is the best thing on the market, so I avoid trying to suggest products I own whenever possible. However, Rythmik is one of the exceptions I make to that rule. I have no affiliations with them, but if you are looking into a sub for music reproduction I'd at least put them on the table. I prefer their products over many mainstream companies with more expensive servo designs, or high wattage amps.
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