im thinking of changing my Sub but will i notice much difference i currenty have a JVC -SPPW880 (pics on my site here) frequecy range from 30hz - 120hz power output 60w any ideas what to look for, dont want to spend a fortune but still want something to complement the rest of my equipment cheers ROGER B
The frequency range that you have quoted is meaningless unless the + or - Db is also quoted. This is a favourite trick of manufacturers. The power output is also fairly meaningless as the REL Q Bass is an excellent sub with 40 watts on board whilst many subs with 200 watts plus are not very good. It's a matter of design and quality of components. I haven't heard your sub but with respect, JVC are not reknowned for sub manufacturing and I presume that it is similar to those made by the other major Japanese electronics manufacturers. A good sub will add deep bass without booming or sounding flabby and as Jase suggests the Velodyne is probably the best sound per pound at the moment.
I think you´ll be pleasantly surprised, going by the feedback of the owners of the Velodynes. Uncle Eric would´nt be including them in a Power Buy if they did´nt perform well.
looking at my specs this is what i have 25cm cone max SPL 105db/W.m range 30Hz-120Hz dont know if that helps
ROGER B What you need to ascertain specs is something like this, Frequency Response 25-150hz +/- 3db, (it´s the db figure that makes all the difference) some manufacturers quote the frequency as +/- 6db, 10db etc the higher the figure the worse the actual performance. A figure of 30hz at +/- 10db is more like 40/50hz. They use these to give the appearance the speakers perform better than they actually do.
Low frequency response: -6dB @ 35Hz, in room typical response err... jism? Sorry that wasn't very constructive, whats your budget Roger?
Nice clean site, dude. What is your budget and are you concerned about the size at all? If you want one hell of a sub for the money, pick up a second hand REL Q100E. I can't really fault mine; I bought it for £240 through these forums a few days ago (cheers mack!). Once set up properly it sounds absolutely glorious in virtually any circumstance. Highly recommended. MuFu.
i would have taken that too. looking to spend about £250, but im in no rushso waiting for a 2nd hand one my be my best bet. just wish i could here one of the rels on my system before i decide to go for it.
very tempting, just hope one of them is there when i get back from Holiday. thanks for the heads up mate
Don't worry about it. If you can get a Q Bass, Q50, Q100, Strata or Storm in good nick within your busget, just go for it, you won't be disappointed.