Deciding b/w this sub &amp; Polk Audio PSW505 &amp; Bic Acoustech PL-200. Using in living rm for surround &amp; dance parties (mostly hiphop/salsa music)
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I have no experience with the PSW505 or PL-200 so I can't vouch for them. However, I can say a bit about the Sub-12HG. IN MY OPINION this sub is not very "musical". It doesn't play upper frequencies (60Hz+) very well and isn't very accurate (punchy). On the other hand, this sub is excellent for low frequency needs (down to around 25Hz-40Hz). I have found that it produces more quantiful bass rather than tight and accurate bass. Therefore, it CAN be great for movies, some rap/hip-hop -- pretty much anything needing strictly low end boom. I personally would not advise it for just music use. This is based on my personal experience.
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I too would be interested in hearing people's though between the Micro 5.1 and Klipsch HD 500, and perhaps also the Polk RM705
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I have an SVS sub paired with mine. I use them primarily for home theater, but I listen to music as well. They sound really good together. I've never really used the speakers alone. I do not think it's too much bass. If so, you could always dial down your sub a bit.
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Both these PA's are going to sound better than the Powerwerks. I use the Powerwerks in my bonus room for practicing and for jamming with the guys. Mostly run my vocal thru a Yamaha mixer and into two of these Powerwerk speaker. I don't think I would use them for a gig unless it was a living room gig. I would have to add a sub for some bottom before I do that. The more watts the better it's going to sound plus give you volume.
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If you have a very large home theater then I would say great. This sub is a monster, I had a 4th of July party which turned into a block party and It never was turned up to full volume. I normally use it in my family room for Karaoke night but I have to turned the bass all the way down or it would be too much. I hope this gives you a general idea.
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I'd set the Onkyo A/V receiver to 'small' mains and just connect it's sub-woofer output to the LFE input on the Polk PSW505. Play something 'bassy' and switch the phase 180 degrees to see which produces the greatest amount of bass - leave it there. Adjust the bass level as desired. Remember to secure nick-nacks on shelves near it... they can and will vibrate off!
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I never compared it to a Bic F12, I have to a Polk Audio PSW110 though and the Yamaha kicks it's butt! I'm just going off my own experience with mine. I've owned it now for almost 3 years and I have never had a single issue with it and I've used it hard for everything from movies, digital music, car audio (used it as a subwoofer in my 08 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT utilizing the power inverter) and for use on my electronic drum set. I don't know if it's because it's a downward facing sub or what, but the Yamaha SW315 fills the room with deep thumping bass. I love it! It was given to me as a Christmas gift from my brother and it continues to be one of the best gifts I ever got. I'd be lost without it.
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The pb1000 is more of a theater sub. The selaed subs work better with music.
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Undestood. In that case if you have space If I were you I would put the L820 on the surround back and the 810 on the surround left and the surround right, by the way I could change the LC1 for a LC2 (Remmember that the center speaker manage aprox 50% or so of the sound, worth it) and for the subwoofer Cerwin Vega XLS 12S
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Hey Slater, I pretty much have the same setup you just described, got the Son STRDG 720 last week and just purchased these speakers today. Which speakers do you think would be a good purchase to convert this system into 7.1? I have two large polk bookshelves at home although they are a bit old, what do you think?
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David - if your main usage is TV or movies the center speaker is the most important, since it carries the main vocals. The size of your L and R mains won't really matter since they are mostly peripheral sound. Hope you have a sub-woofer, that will help with the overall surround system. I have greatly enjoyed the difference this BIC center has made. Enjoy!!
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whatever you like really. the speakers are really flat which is really good for mixing but if you like big boom a sub wont hurt. just have to learn your setup so your mixes dont come out bass heavy or lacking in bass
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Well, you asked the right person, since I own and use both. While I love Klipsch generally, and regard it as overall the top value brand, (5.1 home theater, etc.) I was really blown away by the performance of the A2+. The only handicap I have in answering you is I've used the A2 with a sub controlled by an inexpensive but wonderful preamp (the gemini pa-7000) since day one. But this is revealing-- I had to reduce the crossover to only 80 cycles -- that's real speaker territory. So, I'd call the addition of a sub a nice add-on but far from necessary. If anything, I find these little guys a bit bassy if anything. Naturally, a lot depends on your environment. Mine's a kitchen -- very flattering acoustically. Bottom line is the A2+ is more the 'real deal' since you have the option juice it up, making it a 'system,' later. There's no hint of being 'just a computer speaker.' Overall, while I like my 2.1's fine, I love my A2s.
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I'm sold on the 8060 with powered sub, great for both music and movies. We previewed the smaller ProCenter 1000 and some other larger center channels, but kept going back to the 8060 for fuller sound and more punch. We have a large Paradigm powered sub in the back corner for overall movie soundtrack range, but this improves the action front and center.
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Would be a great setup in a small to medium room. The es series center speaker matches perfectly. Set your receiver speaker setting to "small" so they won't be overwhelmed with bass they can't produce.
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Hi James, Can you provide me with a little more information on your speaker set-up objective? If you already have a set of A5+ speakers and a subwoofer you have a pretty sweet 2.1 powered system. Two A5+ speakers, a sub and two P4 Passive speakers with a N22 creating a 5.1 system would blow the doors off. Space may or not be an issue for you, but I would go with the A2+s' and if if you're seeking overall better sound either through your speakers or headphones, add a D1 DAC. The sound differential with the DAC (running through a usb) as opposed to the internal sound card is significantly better. Not sure if this helps. If you want to drop me a note relative to your overall objective (music preferences, gaming, room size, etc.) I will respond. My initial reaction in that A2+ would be more than sufficient, give you everything you need and not consume as much space. Again, think hard about adding the DAC from Audioengine.
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At that price I'd say you can't go wrong. I do think personally my PL-89's outperform the Synergy's. I find them more on par with the Reference series. Had them almost a year now and everytime I hear something else from them that surprises and delights my ears, not neighbors so much. Subtle at low volume and crystal clear at obnouis levels on anything you throw at them. Definitely have been worth every dollar I spent not sure I'd feel the same had I paid for Klipsch name. Full disclosure;I worked in high-end A/V for years and love Klipsch but for budget minded BIC is truly comparable and to 97% of listeners they couldn't appreciate the subtle differences.