Can't decide between 2 subwoofers - Head-Fi: Covering Headphones, Earphones and Portable Audio

Calihan · 05-27-2008, 07:19 PM

Hello all. I've been trying to decide what subwoofer to get over the past month, and I think I've narrowed it down to 2: The MFW 15 from av123 or the VTF2 Mk3 from HSU. Both are out of stock right now, but I was wondering if anyone has heard both of these subs?

I'm using an 0404 usb for a source and the sub will be complementing some bx8as for the mains.

spacemanspliff · 05-27-2008, 09:45 PM

Both are killers. Flip a coin?

Do you have a big enough room?

Calihan · 05-27-2008, 11:25 PM

The room I will be using it in is 24' x 15'. Does this make a difference?

spacemanspliff · 05-28-2008, 01:19 AM

well yes. a 15" sub needs room lol. otherwise it will overwhelm everything. you need a balanced system. the room is large enough though.

personally, I would go with av123 but both subs are excellent.

mrarroyo · 05-28-2008, 01:40 AM

Have you considered a Klipsch sub, awesome and IMO just as good as Velodyne (wearing the flame proof suit).

spacemanspliff · 05-28-2008, 01:53 PM

x static update/mfw15 receipt - AV123.com Forum

Come on miguel, those are ht subs. We only do musical around here!

Lol yes, I agree, they can be had for a good price but I personally do not like either for music. The av123 was designed to blend in. I want one just so I can stop noticing the sub. In my setup, it is close but still I can tell there the sub in the middle. Of course, I only paid $120 for mine so no bitching lol.

Jon L · 05-28-2008, 09:48 PM

Originally Posted by Calihan

I'm using an 0404 usb for a source and the sub will be complementing some bx8as for the mains.

What's your system meant to do, music recording/monitoring or home listening for pleasure?

If the latter, take your subwoofer money, sell your bx8a, and buy a pair of real nice main speakers and be done with it. JIMHO.

mrarroyo · 05-28-2008, 10:03 PM

Originally Posted by spacemanspliff

x static update/mfw15 receipt - AV123.com Forum

Come on miguel, those are ht subs. We only do musical around here!

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Not sure I agree with you. Both Velodyne and Klipsch were making subs way before. I have a 7 year old Klipsch LF-10 which sounds fantastic. Almost bought a Velodyne at the time but this was being phased out as a last year model and bought for less than half price.

Glad I have it because after 25+ years of owning a pair of DCM Time Windows 1A I am contemplating a set of Maggies 1.6 which need a bit of help in the bass department.

Calihan · 05-28-2008, 10:44 PM

I want to use the sub for both listening to music and HT as well.

I used to have some $70 creative 7.1 speakers that had a 6" sub (more like midrange in a separate box) and I really do miss that bass now that I am using the BX8s, even though now I can hear cleaner low range than before. I feel a sub is necessary for my needs, this is why I'm asking.

warpdriver · 05-29-2008, 12:18 AM

Originally Posted by mrarroyo

Have you considered a Klipsch sub, awesome and IMO just as good as Velodyne (wearing the flame proof suit).

In this head to head shootout, the Klipsch was clearly outclassed by the others including the Velodyne
Sound & Vision Magazine - Shootout: Five Mid-Price Subwoofers

Sound & Vision Magazine - Shootout: Five Mid-Price Subwoofers

I think the current line of Velodyne subs are excellent.