Polk Sub PSW10 - Upgrading - Blu-ray Forum

Aerodude73 · 01-19-2009, 04:25 PM

Hi,
I have the RM6750 set-up now and generally happy as I don't have a large room and they do the job fairly well. Not 100% happy with the included sub as much at times though. I'm looking at getting the PSW10 Sub as i''ve read good things here on it and i'm sure it's a good upgrade from the one listed above. Anyone in a similar situation that may have upgraded, or already has, and has any thoughts on this Sub? Thanks in advance guys, I

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Aerodude73 · 01-19-2009, 04:26 PM

Hi,
I have the RM6750 set-up now and generally happy as I don't have a large room and they do the job fairly well. Not 100% happy with the included sub as much at times though. I'm looking at getting the PSW10 Sub as i''ve read good things here on it and i'm sure it's a good upgrade from the one listed above. Anyone in a similar situation that may have upgraded, or already has, and has any thoughts on this Sub? Thanks in advance guys, I

Love this site!

Doughoef · 01-19-2009, 04:52 PM

I have the same system and was not happy with the 8" sub that came with it. I upgraded to the PSW10 ($99 A Best Buy Black Friday Sale) and am WAY happier with it. It is definitely worth the upgrade.

Aerodude73 · 01-19-2009, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doughoef

I have the same system and was not happy with the 8" sub that came with it. I upgraded to the PSW10 ($99 A Best Buy Black Friday Sale) and am WAY happier with it. It is definitely worth the upgrade.

Thx ! Appreciate the input.

GBMidge7 · 01-19-2009, 05:01 PM

I live in a small/moderately sized apartment and have had the PSW10 for about 2 years now... sounds GREAT! Not the biggest/most powerful sub in the world by the specs, but it definitely does the job. Has all the necessary controls, only thing you might need is a Y-splitter as there is no LFE inout, just composite red and whites (although you could just go sub out to the white composite). Get the adapter, though, and you're all set! Also has speaker level inouts if you don't have a sub out (though I feel the sub out definitely sounded better than when I was using the speaker level inputs).

Aerodude73 · 01-19-2009, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GBMidge7

I live in a small/moderately sized apartment and have had the PSW10 for about 2 years now... sounds GREAT! Not the biggest/most powerful sub in the world by the specs, but it definitely does the job. Has all the necessary controls, only thing you might need is a Y-splitter as there is no LFE inout, just composite red and whites (although you could just go sub out to the white composite). Get the adapter, though, and you're all set! Also has speaker level inouts if you don't have a sub out (though I feel the sub out definitely sounded better than when I was using the speaker level inputs).

COOL- ty as well, and for the input on connecting (Y-splitter).

VHS4Ever · 01-21-2009, 06:50 AM

I'm also in the same boat as you. I don't have the same exact speakers but I'm in need of a small budget powered subwoofer too. Have you looked at the Energy ESW-8 like I am. It's been getting better review than the Polk PSW10 for the folks at avsforums.

jstute55 · 01-21-2009, 06:06 PM

I tell you what, this thing rocks the house. I have a Def Tech 8" sub in our living room that sounds cleaner, but this thing does the job. Needed something for our den and this was on sale at Amazon for $120. In fact this passed Sautrday, I was up late watching Casino Royale in the den and the wife comes out at 1:30 am yelling at me to turn it down!

brett_day · 01-21-2009, 06:08 PM

i have the psw10, i like it, good for average size room, good bass and it is not boomy as some cheaper subs are, it looks great and sounds great too!

jstute55 · 01-21-2009, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GBMidge7

Has all the necessary controls, only thing you might need is a Y-splitter as there is no LFE inout, just composite red and whites (although you could just go sub out to the white composite).

What exactly is LFE on a subwoofer? Fairly new when it comes to speakers. Thanks in advance.

Opips2 · 01-21-2009, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jstute55

What exactly is LFE on a subwoofer? Fairly new when it comes to speakers. Thanks in advance.

The LFE input is designed to work with Dolby Digital and DTS home theater systems.
the receiver to only send the low frequency information.

brett_day · 01-21-2009, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jstute55

What exactly is LFE on a subwoofer? Fairly new when it comes to speakers. Thanks in advance.

LFE = low frequency effect

this sub does not have an lfe input on it, instead it used component cables (red and white) all you have to do though is turn the corssover to the highest point to achieve the LFE effect.

jstute55 · 01-21-2009, 06:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Opips2

The LFE input is designed to work with Dolby Digital and DTS home theater systems.
the receiver to only send the low frequency information.

My Def Tech has one sub cable going into the back and I think it says LFE input. Could this be why it sounds "cleaner" than the PSW10? Thanks for your information so quickly.

jstute55 · 01-21-2009, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brett_day

LFE = low frequency effect

this sub does not have an lfe input on it, instead it used component cables (red and white) all you have to do though is turn the corssover to the highest point to achieve the LFE effect.

There you go, you answered my post before I posted it. Thanks.

DJ Matt · 01-21-2009, 06:49 PM

I'm not sure that I got it all here.
I also read on wiki.
It's just in DOLBY mode ? Does the receiver needs to have a LFE out ? What type of plug is this ?
Thanks
DJ Matt

brett_day · 01-21-2009, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJ Matt

I'm not sure that I got it all here.
I also read on wiki.
It's just in DOLBY mode ? Does the receiver needs to have a LFE out ? What type of plug is this ?
Thanks
DJ Matt

sub connectors on receivers is just a basic rca jack, i connector, subs that have an LFE input take 1 rca connector, so essentially you have a cable with 1 rca connector on each end. The PSW10 just used 2 rca jacks, you lose nothing in regards to sound quality.

Aerodude73 · 01-21-2009, 07:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brett_day

i have the psw10, i like it, good for average size room, good bass and it is not boomy as some cheaper subs are, it looks great and sounds great too!

Just bought the PSW10 for the den

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Quote: I tell you what, this thing rocks the house. I have a Def Tech 8" sub in our living room that sounds cleaner, but this thing does the job. Needed something for our den and this was on sale at Amazon for $120. In fact this passed Sautrday, I was up late watching Casino Royale in the den and the wife comes out at 1:30 am yelling at me to turn it down!

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Lol - love the Casino Royale/Wife yelling story!

-- Looks like i'll be getting a New PSW10 sub soon.

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Aerodude73 · 01-21-2009, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VHS4Ever

I'm also in the same boat as you. I don't have the same exact speakers but I'm in need of a small budget powered subwoofer too. Have you looked at the Energy ESW-8 like I am. It's been getting better review than the Polk PSW10 for the folks at avsforums.

I will check it out - part of me says "keep all the same speakers" (brand wise), part of me says, "get the best sound period!"

aramis109 · 01-21-2009, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aerodude73

I will check it out - part of me says "keep all the same speakers" (brand wise), part of me says, "get the best sound period!"

Don't worry about the sub being the same brand as the rest of your speakers. Honestly if you're looking for the "best sound period" in a sub, I wouldn't go Polk. Hsu, SVS, AV123, Bic, or even Premier Acoustics (all depending on budget) would be on my shortlist were I you.

Check out the PA-120 if you want a sub that's cheap ($229 shipped) and still gives you great bang for your buck.

Aerodude73 · 01-21-2009, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aramis109

Don't worry about the sub being the same brand as the rest of your speakers. Honestly if you're looking for the "best sound period" in a sub, I wouldn't go Polk. Hsu, SVS, AV123, Bic, or even Premier Acoustics (all depending on budget) would be on my shortlist were I you.

Check out the PA-120 if you want a sub that's cheap ($229 shipped) and still gives you great bang for your buck.

I hear ya' brother. I'm looking to stay as low as possible while still getting a good quality sub. Right now I have a source for the PSW10 (just slightly used) for under $70 & $25 freight. Sounds like a deal to me!

01-19-2009, 04:25 PM	#1
Aerodude73 Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Middletown, RI (MEMBER OF THE "ECPP")™ Home Theater Gallery:134 4K collection:423 Blu-ray collection:2493 DVD collection:7 Digital collection:3 Blu-ray reviews:9 Trading Score:31	Polk Sub PSW10 - Upgrading Hi, I have the RM6750 set-up now and generally happy as I don't have a large room and they do the job fairly well. Not 100% happy with the included sub as much at times though. I'm looking at getting the PSW10 Sub as i''ve read good things here on it and i'm sure it's a good upgrade from the one listed above. Anyone in a similar situation that may have upgraded, or already has, and has any thoughts on this Sub? Thanks in advance guys, I Love this site!

01-19-2009, 04:26 PM	#2
Aerodude73 Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Middletown, RI (MEMBER OF THE "ECPP")™ Home Theater Gallery:134 4K collection:423 Blu-ray collection:2493 DVD collection:7 Digital collection:3 Blu-ray reviews:9 Trading Score:31	Polk Sub PSW10 - Upgrading Hi, I have the RM6750 set-up now and generally happy as I don't have a large room and they do the job fairly well. Not 100% happy with the included sub as much at times though. I'm looking at getting the PSW10 Sub as i''ve read good things here on it and i'm sure it's a good upgrade from the one listed above. Anyone in a similar situation that may have upgraded, or already has, and has any thoughts on this Sub? Thanks in advance guys, I Love this site!

01-21-2009, 06:06 PM	#8
jstute55 Member Member since:May 2008	Just bought the PSW10 for the den I tell you what, this thing rocks the house. I have a Def Tech 8" sub in our living room that sounds cleaner, but this thing does the job. Needed something for our den and this was on sale at Amazon for $120. In fact this passed Sautrday, I was up late watching Casino Royale in the den and the wife comes out at 1:30 am yelling at me to turn it down!

01-21-2009, 06:49 PM	#15
DJ Matt Active Member Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Longueuil, Qc, Canada Blu-ray collection:340 DVD collection:7	... I'm not sure that I got it all here. I also read on wiki. It's just in DOLBY mode ? Does the receiver needs to have a LFE out ? What type of plug is this ? Thanks DJ Matt

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