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david118383 · 02-27-2010, 03:25 AM

I need a recommendation for a subwoofer that's less than $300. It will be used primarily for movies. Got any suggestions?

Driver_King · 02-27-2010, 03:31 AM

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Originally Posted by david118383

I need a recommendation for a subwoofer that's less than $300. It will be used primarily for movies. Got any suggestions?

For less than $300, you'd be looking at a PA-120, a BIC subwoofer, or an HSU subwoofer. For $350 (shipped), the best sub you can get is the A2-300.

tbizzle · 02-27-2010, 03:33 AM

Spend $350 and get an Elemental Designs A2-300, that's the best bang for your buck sub out there right now. Check out the ED thread and you'll get tons of info on them there. Tons of blu-ray.com members are very happy, including myself, with this sub. It's gonna take your movies to another level

crazyBLUE · 02-27-2010, 03:35 AM

WOW ~ That was fast

tbizzle · 02-27-2010, 03:36 AM

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WOW ~ That was fast

We work quickly

How you doin Brent?

Scooby Blu · 02-27-2010, 03:37 AM

Check out a local a/v shop in your area. When I first started out in sound i picked up a great B&W sub for 320!

crazyBLUE · 02-27-2010, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by tbizzle

We work quickly

How you doin Brent?

Good t . I would expect nothing less

Good choice for 50 bucks more !

You are doing good I hope .

callas01 · 02-27-2010, 03:52 AM

The Hsu STF-2 or the Premier Acoustic PA-120 would be the best for under $300, However like it was said, the eD A2-300 would be the best sub in the price range your talking about.

Big Daddy · 02-27-2010, 04:04 AM

For $300 plus free shipping, I would seriously consider Candence 12 inch subwoofer as one of my top options.

http://www.cadencehometheaterspeaker...p?idCategory=2

crazyBLUE · 02-27-2010, 04:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Daddy

For $300 plus free shipping, I would seriously consider Candence 12 inch subwoofer as one of my top options.

http://www.cadencehometheaterspeaker...p?idCategory=2

Big Daddy always has the answer , Half off sub , Look's good too !

Big Daddy · 02-27-2010, 04:32 AM

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Big Daddy always has the answer , Half off sub , Look's good too !

You are the king of smilies.

crazyBLUE · 02-27-2010, 04:42 AM

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You are the king of smilies.

When I saw that one I thought of you

I wish I got into this 30 years ago & met you at the same time ! Can't even think of where I would be at now

Big Daddy · 02-27-2010, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

When I saw that one I thought of you

I wish I got into this 30 years ago & met you at the same time ! Can't even think of where I would be at now

If you had met me 30 years ago, you would be completely broke by now and living in government housing with a lot of old Audio/Video equipment.

crazyBLUE · 02-27-2010, 05:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Daddy

If you had met me 30 years ago, you would be completely broke by now and living in government housing with a lot of old Audio/Video equipment.

& Old can be good

david118383 · 03-03-2010, 04:20 PM

Is the CSX-12 as good as the ED A2-300?

Steve · 03-03-2010, 04:43 PM

Is the CSX-12 even available? When I go to this link, there's an option to add the CSX-15 to your cart, but I don't see an option to buy the 12.

SDBlu · 03-03-2010, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by david118383

Is the CSX-12 as good as the ED A2-300?

I've never listened to the Cadence Sub, but I can tell you with full confidence, if you go the ED route you will not be disappointed!

Big Daddy · 03-04-2010, 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by david118383

Is the CSX-12 as good as the ED A2-300?

Here are some reviews on Cadence subwoofers:

http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/subwoofers/607.html

http://www.amazon.com/CSX-15-Active-.../dp/B000YQ45Z6

http://www.amazon.com/Cadence-Home-T.../dp/B000M7MY0K

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=946307

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=981834

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showt...=973971&page=2

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Originally Posted by Steve

Is the CSX-12 even available? When I go to this link, there's an option to add the CSX-15 to your cart, but I don't see an option to buy the 12.

They may be out of stock on the 12" model.

Audiophile_At_Birth · 03-04-2010, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by david118383

Is the CSX-12 as good as the ED A2-300?

Simple answer is no. The A2-300 will go lower and have more output than the CSX-12

ChadFL · 03-06-2010, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Audiophile_At_Birth

Simple answer is no. The A2-300 will go lower and have more output than the CSX-12

Thanks for all the info on subwoofers guys. After reading numerous threads I went ahead and ordered a Elemental Designs A2-300 Subwoofer while it's still on sale for $350 shipped. Can't wait for it to arrive!

This may be a stupid question but what is the way the rest of you have their sub connected? My current (crappy) sub has just the one cord running from receiver to "line in." Is this the best way to connect a sub or is there a better way? Please note I have to amplifier at the moment, just a Onkyo TX-SR605 receiver.

02-27-2010, 03:25 AM	#1
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02-27-2010, 03:33 AM	#3
tbizzle Blu-ray Ninja Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Folsom, CA Home Theater Gallery:61 4K collection:47 Blu-ray collection:571 Trading Score:55	Spend $350 and get an Elemental Designs A2-300, that's the best bang for your buck sub out there right now. Check out the ED thread and you'll get tons of info on them there. Tons of blu-ray.com members are very happy, including myself, with this sub. It's gonna take your movies to another level

02-27-2010, 03:35 AM	#4
crazyBLUE Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:Pacific Northwest Home Theater Gallery:89 Blu-ray collection:479 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 38 Trading Score:30	WOW ~ That was fast

02-27-2010, 03:37 AM	#6
Scooby Blu Power Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Apr 2008 Home Theater Gallery:7	Check out a local a/v shop in your area. When I first started out in sound i picked up a great B&W sub for 320!

02-27-2010, 03:52 AM	#8
callas01 Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Riverside, CA Home Theater Gallery:42 Blu-ray collection:230 DVD collection:47	The Hsu STF-2 or the Premier Acoustic PA-120 would be the best for under $300, However like it was said, the eD A2-300 would be the best sub in the price range your talking about.

02-27-2010, 04:04 AM	#9
Big Daddy Blu-ray Champion Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Southern California Home Theater Gallery:79 Blu-ray collection:122 Trading Score:1	For $300 plus free shipping, I would seriously consider Candence 12 inch subwoofer as one of my top options. http://www.cadencehometheaterspeaker...p?idCategory=2

03-03-2010, 04:20 PM	#15
david118383 Active Member Member since:Jan 2009 Trading Score:1	Is the CSX-12 as good as the ED A2-300?

03-03-2010, 04:43 PM	#16
Steve Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:May 2008 Location:Anna, TX 4K collection:128 Blu-ray collection:416 Trading Score:41	Is the CSX-12 even available? When I go to this link, there's an option to add the CSX-15 to your cart, but I don't see an option to buy the 12.

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