"Dave" <dspear99ca@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote in message
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>> In article 221b6865-1d74-@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
>> "jammer" <jameslockie@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
>>
>>> I want a sub.
>>> Not too expensive.
>>> I live in Canada and FutureShop.ca has very expensive
>>> subs that seem overpriced to me.
>>> The two requirements are
>>> 1. under $400 (preferable under $300)
>>> 2. real binding posts (not those click speaker
>>> terminals).
> There are no tubed subwoofers. why is this posted here?
I see no problems with setting up a tubed subwoofer. You just use a tubed
amp and tubed crossover for your active powered components.
That gets you back to the driver and enclosure, which are passive.
> Have you ever heard the expression "you get what you pay
> for"? $300 for a subwoofer guarantees you'll end up with
> a piece of crap, unless you happen to buy it used which
> is what I'd recommend with your budget.
If you want to spend less than $400 for a credible subwoofer you will
probably follow these rules:
(1) $400 would be for the driver and enclosure only.
(2) The enclosure will probably have a liberal component of
do-it-yourself.
> Do a little research and you'll figure out what brands are highly
> regarded.
Scott's recommendation of Hsu is a good one.
Hsu's approach, which is to use a piece of Sonotube treated cardboard
concrete form tube as the enclosure, is one that works and minimizes
costs.
You can get Sonotube or competitive product in reasonable sizes at local
home improvement or heavy construction supply firms.
OTOH, if you cut up a piece or two of MDF and assemble it with care, you
will have something that is low cost and works fine. Lots of web sites
dealing with this, including practical examples. Google is your friend.
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