Does anyone know which is better or can recommend this sub or the Polk Audio PSW505?
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A bit late on my response, but personally I would go with the Polk. Read up on the issues that these have with Amps and fuses popping and the only option is to replace the Amp (About $160 plus shipping). One Amp replacement puts this sub into a totally different price range with subs that are better for the money.
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I have both the Polk Audio PSW505 and the Klipsch Sub-12HG in two different rooms. I have been happy with both and can't tell any difference from them sonically when they are set up right. They both pack more base quantity than I can use and their bass quality is fantastic. Although they are both 12", 300 W subs, the enclosures and operation are different. The Klipsch is larger, especially in height. It is down firing and looks like a big box with legs. The Polk is front firing and has the appearance of a squatty speaker with a grill; it looks better. The Polk will probably fit in better in applications where smaller is better (without sacrificing sound!) and down firing is either too attenuated or too coupled with the floor you place it on. Although I don't believe it is typical at all, the Klipsch died the first day. It kept blowing internal fuses. Klipsch sent me a new amp assembly to install myself a week later. It was easy enough to replace and now works great, but while replacing it, I got a sight at the inside of Klipsch workmanship and wasn't impressed. The box was glued together haphazardly with at least one of the reinforcing corners braces having drifted inches away from the corner before it cured. The vent tube is cardboard. Four of the pan head screws holding the amp panel snapped off when I tried to back them out. I had to drill new holes. If price were the same, I would buy the Polk.
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Not sure about the Polk, but this Klipsch has been great and have nothing bad to say about it
1742351
I don't know much about the PSW505 but all i can say is that i have owned this sub for 3 years now and to me the bass feels like a higher end sub.
1742352
None is better than the other. Both units will rattle anything in its sonic path. I would recommend anti-vibration pads on any decor that is vertical. At his price range, you can't go wrong with either. I know from experience that Polk customer service is top notch. I haven't dealt with Klipsch customer service so far.
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I have the Polk PSW505 subwoofer and am very happy with it. The PSW505 provides a lot of power with little distortion and is often on sale for a lower price than this Klipsch subwoofer. However if I had to choose, I would go with Klipsch because their subwoofers have extremely low distortion, crisp, deep bass and also output a lot of power. I've always been fond of Klipsch subwoofers and larger speakers for their high output with the lowest distortion (compared to other big brands including Polk).
1742354
I've had the SUB-12 for three years now and love it. It is fantastic for movies - literally rattles everything in the house! Also works very well with music.
1020911
For the extra 35$, you get a 1.25" bigger sub with a higher wattage which allows for heavier and deeper bass. Also, the wattage to the speakers is higher and that along with the wider range for frequency response allows for more notes to be hit as well as clearer sound. The 3908 speakers are fantastic, I've had them for nearly 6 months now and they're still superb.
131613
Get a yamaha or a denon. These are comparitvely priced and will not disappoint you. As far a speakers go with polk. Yes I know you friends are probably telling you bose - don't listen. Actually do listen, if the can hear side by side polk and bose played through a yamaha, denon or harmon karden you will wonder why boses were ever invented
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Don't understand foss's comment re: junk. What's not to like about deep rich bass and a great midrange. Might like a little more high end. My system replaced my Onkyo 5 speaker surround system and sounds nearly as good but I can relocate the polk where I want.
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for that kind of money--why buy anything with onkyo crappy speakers.. i am in the audio business and just received the onkyo 607 receiver 2 pair of bic america speakers "62 bic 10 inch sub 160 watts and bic #62 center channel speaker-- entire system was under 750 delivered to my door --no tax... your other option onkyo 607(with 6 hdmi inputs)polk 705 package 6 speaker including 100 watt subwoofer for 620.00 delivered.. my brother just got his 3 days ago.. he just loves the polk speakers...
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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. 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... » Read More 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. « Show Less
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I've always admired the treble and highs on polk audios. That's just my opinion though. Infinity is a good brand too.
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If your looking for an in wall sub try home theatre direct, they have great products. If not try the klipsch sub 12. I have both and they perform great with the quintet system and deliver great bass. I have two sets of quintets in my home. Hope this helps
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I haven't listened to the Klipsch 100 watt sub yet but in my opinion there is no floor stand speaker that can replace a good subwoofer. Maybe the super high end speakers but nothing I have heard yet. I own these along with a pair of 52's and 42's. I would recommend the 52's and spend a little more on a sub. Both the Klipsch 350w and 400 or 450w sound amazing. If I simplify I will be keeping the 52's over the others.
784009
Both will sound great, but if you want to get into specifics, the ported sub will be a few decibels louder and the sealed sub will be able to go a bit deeper ~17Hz. I would recommend the ported one (PB series).
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I looked on Polk's site (suggest you explore more there). Polk indicated the 5000 has a smaller sub woofer, but higher amp power. I think there is a difference in the number (less) smaller drivers as well. When I looked under the "specs" for each system, Polk doesn't make it easy to make direct comparisons. That's the best I can offer - scour Polk's site.
1628953
For me it was the lower price for the older model. I use my BS-21LR for the rear surround speakers and they do a very nice job for me. It doesn't matter to me that they don't exactly match the newer model Pioneer SP-FS52 LR front speakers and matching center speaker. I also used the older model subwoofer to save $$. If price is a concern for you, it's where you can cut on a surround system without sacrificing looks or performance.
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I have always need partial to Klipsch, plenty of stamina to handle the peak outputs when you want to feel the music. For the living room I stay with Polk, great quality throughout the listening range for a pleasant experience. If I already had the JBL's I would look for complementary JBL's to finish the setup. Speaker choice really depends on what you listen to, the acoustics of the room, your budget and how it sounds to you. Find a store that will let you try out different speakers or at least exchange without a fee.
70253
Although 6o watt is a bit light, it is a powered sub. It is smooth, full without being over boomy. I think it will sound great with your Polks. You can "dial it" to match perfectly.
1581284
I've been looking into this for a few weeks now and decided to take the plunge. I have heard such good things about it and can't wait for it to arrive tomorrow. I'm only hooking up to it a PS3, my 42" plasma, and my Verizon FIOS box. I can't wait to use it with my new Polk Audio TSI 400s and 200 speakers. How is Polk's audio quality? It must be pretty good since you are still using your antique Polk speakers.
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I recommend a good heavy duty speaker wire with banana plugs. Search Amazon in speaker wire with banana plug ends. On the sub, I use a Yamaha 10" which is somewhat overkill for the Polk speakers. I've been using juat the two Polk speakers on their own and the bass from these speakers is crazy. I turned off the sub since the bass was too much with both.
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I am using a Pioneer 7.2 surround system with mine, but I ended up buying another sattalite speaker to round out the system, and an Infinity Center channel. The bass is great from the jbl sub, but mine went out right after the warranty from amazon was up. I purchased a polk 12in sub...its amazing...subsonic