LAVA Subwoofers: The Newest Factory-Direct Company

[Big Daddy]

This is the newest factory-direct subwoofer company.

Manufacturer's Website: http://www.lavasubs.com/home-theater-subwoofers.html

12 Inch LSP12, $338.46:
Enclosure Design: Front-firing, front-ported
Driver: 12" coated cellulose composite
Power: 250 watt internal amplifier
Frequency Range, Lowpass: 22 - 200 Hz (+/-3dB) boost: 13dB @ 40Hz
Frequency Range, LFE: 24 - 400 Hz (+/-3dB)
Sensitivity: 200mV @ 250W
Crossover: 40 - 200 Hz continuously variable low pass
Inputs: Line level RCA, speaker level
Cabinet Dimensions: 18 7/8" [479 mm] H (including feet) 13 3/4" [350 mm] W 16 3/8" [416 mm] D (including grill and amp)
Grill Material: MDF frame w/ black speaker cloth
Available Colors: Black vinyl, lightly textured


10 Inch LSP10, $245.99:
Enclosure Design: Front-firing, front-ported
Driver: 10" coated cellulose composite
Power: 150 watt internal amplifier
Frequency Range, Lowpass: 22 - 200 Hz (+/-3dB) boost: 11dB @ 40Hz
Frequency Range, LFE: 24 - 400 Hz (+/-3dB)
Sensitivity: 200mV @ 150W
Crossover: 40 - 200 Hz continuously variable low pass
Inputs: Line level RCA, speaker level
Cabinet Dimensions: 16 7/8" [429 mm] H (including feet) 12 1/4" [312 mm] W 14 7/8" [376 mm] D (including grill and amp)
Grill Material: MDF frame w/ black speaker cloth
Available Colors: Black vinyl, lightly textured


8 Inch LSP08, $197.38:
Enclosure Design: Front-firing, front-ported
Driver: 8" coated cellulose composite
Power: 100 watt internal amplifier
Frequency Range, Lowpass: 28 - 250 Hz (+/-3dB) boost: 12dB @ 45Hz
Frequency Range, LFE: 37 - 400 Hz (+/-3dB)
Sensitivity: 200mV @ 100W
Crossover: 46 - 250 Hz continuously variable low pass
Inputs: Line level RCA, speaker level
Cabinet Dimensions: 15" [379 mm] H (including feet) 11 1/2" [290 mm] W 13" [330 mm] D (including grill and amp)
Grill Material: MDF frame w/ black speaker cloth
Available Colors: Black vinyl, lightly textured

About Us

Lava Subs is a new company founded by a group of audio engineers with decades of audio experience. So while the company might be new, the management isn’t. Chances are you already know some of the brands we have developed and manufactured. Unfortunately, because of non-compete agreements we can’t disclose those brands. You’ll just have to take our word for it until you hear for youself what we can do.

When you buy audio equipment at your local electronics or big box store, you typically pay at least double the wholesale price. That’s how the retailer makes his money. We design and engineer our subs right here in the USA. Like everyone else, we build them overseas. However, we build them exactly to our specs. The truth is, most of the few subwoofer companies who claim their audio components are built in the USA are using parts they purchased outside the USA.

Why does Lava Subs only offer Subwoofers?
We like subs. and we want to focus on building the best sub offered at the price. A solid Lava 8”, 10” or 12” subwoofer will accommodate virtually every home theater. Depending on room size, you might need more than one sub but you’ll never want or need more than a Lava Sub.

Will You Build Other Speaker Products?
We have engineered and manufactured full lines of audio equipment. We could have picked virtually any audio component and built a quality product. We picked the subwoofer because it fills an important role in every audio system. We want to keep a warehouse full of subs so that when you want one we can deliver. In fact, we’ve got one with your name on it.

We Guarantee What We Sell
You don't have to take our word for it. You need to feel the bass to understand the difference. Experience these subwoofers in your own home. All Lava subwoofers come with a 30-day in-home trial, and free shipping.

All orders received before 4:30pm Pacific time ship the same day you order.

[callas01]

that looks like a good company, fair prices and performance specs look decent.

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by callas01

that looks like a good company, fair prices and performance specs look decent.

We will have to wait for somebody to buy one and write a review. I am over-subwooferized and don't have the room for it. Otherwise, I would do it.

They have a 30-day money-back guarantee. That minimizes the risk.

[callas01]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

We will have to wait for somebody to buy one and write a review. I am over-subwooferized and don't have the room for it. Otherwise, I would do it.

They have a 30-day money-back guarantee. That minimizes the risk.

well with what I want to do next with my setup, the eD is the only sub I will have.... for a while.... so it won't be me either.

[crazyBLUE]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

We will have to wait for somebody to buy one and write a review. I am over-subwooferized and don't have the room for it. Otherwise, I would do it.

They have a 30-day money-back guarantee. That minimizes the risk.

You can buy it & send it to me ~ I will test it for you

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

You can buy it & send it to me ~ I will test it for you

As long as you pay for shipping and return it after 30 days.

[crazyBLUE]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

As long as you pay for shipping and return it after 30 days.

I new there would be a hitch to the response

[kesando]

Im anxious to hear some reviews compared to some lesser expensive popular choices on these forums. I wish them as a company the best of luck

[Jayromy]

There are at least two overtly positive reviews on the Lava line over on AVS Forum. As well as a nice back and forth with one of Lava's reps. It sounds like Lava could be the real deal as far as a new, quality, budget sub.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showt...1275777&page=2

"I finally had a hour or so to myself last night so I took the time to really spend some quality time listening to the LSP12. Again, I must say, I'm impressed. The sub sounds fantastic."

Additionally, if you continue reading the AVS thread there is an additional discount opportunity.

[lavasubs]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

This is the newest factory-direct subwoofer company.

Manufacturer's Website: http://www.lavasubs.com/home-theater-subwoofers.html

Big Daddy thanks for the post I hope you don't mind if I jump in the thread. My name is Eric from Lava Subs and I just joined the forum and am looking forward to being an active member of the forum.

Lava Subs
Eric

[edgebsl]

The 12" looks like a solid choice for the money.

Glad to see someone making a cool new product in the price range!

[Aerodude73]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

We will have to wait for somebody to buy one and write a review. I am over-subwooferized and don't have the room for it. Otherwise, I would do it.

They have a 30-day money-back guarantee. That minimizes the risk.

Plus, the Mrs. might show you the door if you add any MORE Subs to the 10-40 you Already own...

Originally Posted by lavasubs

Big Daddy thanks for the post I hope you don't mind if I jump in the thread. My name is Eric from Lava Subs and I just joined the forum and am looking forward to being an active member of the forum.

Lava Subs
Eric

Welcome to the site!

Also, in reading on the AVS Forum, you had a post offering members an Additional 15% off.


Quote:
Originally Posted by cvictorg View Post
$338.46 Is the price on the website - the coupon was for an additional 25% off

Eric - maybe you can give AVS members a special members only coupon

What do you say - 10-15% (or more - we can be greedy) off just for us

Yeah we have absolutely no problem doing that for AVS members. If you are an AVS member simply email us at our customer service email address with your AVS members name so we know you an actual AVS member and we will email you back with your own unique coupon code for 15% off.

Does that work?
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Eric
Lava Subs

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Would that also apply to Bluray.com members? I'm sure that would surely help any shoppers in the market for an affordable Sub.

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by lavasubs

Big Daddy thanks for the post I hope you don't mind if I jump in the thread. My name is Eric from Lava Subs and I just joined the forum and am looking forward to being an active member of the forum.

Lava Subs
Eric

Welcome to the forum and thank you for making yourself available for our benefit.

[aces high]

Originally Posted by lavasubs

Big Daddy thanks for the post I hope you don't mind if I jump in the thread. My name is Eric from Lava Subs and I just joined the forum and am looking forward to being an active member of the forum.

Lava Subs
Eric

Are you going to be offering anything bigger and more powerful in the future? Any sealed options?

[lavasubs]

Originally Posted by Aerodude73

Would that also apply to Bluray.com members? I'm sure that would surely help any shoppers in the market for an affordable Sub.

Yeah, We have no problem doing the same thing for the blu-ray.com members.

If you will simply email us at our customer service email address with your blu-ray.com members name we will email you back with your own unique coupon code for 15% off.

[Fors*]

Originally Posted by lavasubs

Yeah, We have no problem doing the same thing for the blu-ray.com members.

If you will simply email us at our customer service email address with your blu-ray.com members name we will email you back with your own unique coupon code for 15% off.

Can you add spikes or feet to the sub, and if so, are they available directly from you?

[Kali157]

Welcome Eric

How much does each sub weigh? Or did I miss that somewhere in the specs? Thanks.

[Icecoldblue]

Originally Posted by Kali157

Welcome Eric

How much does each sub weigh? Or did I miss that somewhere in the specs? Thanks.

Quoting Eric from AVS Forums

The weight on the LSP12 on Amazon is actually a little off. The weight is the following for each subwoofer.

LSP08:
Shipping Weight: 30 lbs.
Actual Weight of Sub: 22.83 lbs.

LSP10:
Shipping Weight: 45 lbs.
Actual Weight of Sub:34.25 lbs.

LSP12:
Shipping Weight: 53 lbs.
Actual Weight of Sub: 45.15 lbs.

[lavasubs]

Originally Posted by aces high

Are you going to be offering anything bigger and more powerful in the future? Any sealed options?

We may in the future offer a 15" but it is not going to be in the immediate future. It is something that is being discussed but would be a ways out. As for a sealed sub the answer is about the same it is being discussed but it won't be in the immediate future.

[lavasubs]

Originally Posted by Fors*

Can you add spikes or feet to the sub, and if so, are they available directly from you?

Yes, the sub comes with rubber feet and the height listed on the site is the height with the feet.