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The Official Subwoofer Thread v2, Everything you need to know about bass!
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ycs
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Jul 24 2009, 09:44 AM
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QUOTE(pierreye @ Jul 24 2009, 09:26 AM) Good. Can you try to increase loudness and play the testtone at 20hz? I want to see how loud can this sub go. If you can reach 105db, then at USD 1k + 25% tax (less than RM 5k) is a good buy. what are the signs if it can't reach 105db; distortion? What is the purpose of this test - max loudness?
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ycs
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Jul 24 2009, 12:12 PM
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QUOTE(pierreye @ Jul 24 2009, 10:42 AM) You will see that the db do not increase even if you increase the volume. But normally at this level the distortion is quite high. What does it mean if it can't hit 105db? Nothing unless you listen at reference level. That means your sub can't produce the dynamic sound of the movie. Eg, if you normally listen at 85db, and your sub can play up to 100db, you'll have 15db headroom. Normally movie or ochestra have a dynamic range of +-20db, meaning at the most dynamic scene or sound, your sub will not reach the max. good to know. how about if i lower volume to match the 20db headroom needed but hen have to sit nearer!!
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ycs
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Jul 24 2009, 02:40 PM
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good bits of knowledge by pierreye again. An interesting table in Home Theater Shack: LINK
Didn't know my PB12NSD ranked so high up at average 108dB.
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ycs
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Jul 25 2009, 06:42 PM
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QUOTE(htkaki @ Jul 24 2009, 07:28 PM) That reminds me of Michael Jackson's Black or White. ycs, I see that you are a happy man. i now understand why everyone look for good sub in HT ever since i got my svs. my previous velo was just too boomy around mid-bass in comparison.
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ycs
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Aug 18 2009, 07:52 PM
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QUOTE(pierreye @ Aug 12 2009, 12:16 PM) Guys, where to get RPG diffuser in Penang or KL? i diy my own QRD diffusor.
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ycs
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Aug 19 2009, 08:46 AM
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QUOTE(mys_terious @ Aug 19 2009, 12:56 AM) bro whenu r free can u take off your bass trap for rew reading.. then compare with rew with bass trap.. very ghairah if the bass trap we r making is useful or not if no use also it makes your room look mysterious and magical.  anyway, tried already with and without wall panels for main speakers. lucky, got some differences/improvements. haha  note: i'd suggest making your bass trap thicker, maybe 8". check this out: DIY trapsThis post has been edited by ycs: Aug 20 2009, 05:53 AM
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ycs
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Aug 20 2009, 01:47 PM
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QUOTE(mys_terious @ Aug 20 2009, 11:42 AM) main speakers got diff then bass region leh.. is it smoother compared to no bass trap.. just curious.. coz all the NRC published nvr show low frequencies.. not sure abt mysterious and magical but i am sure when my frens see it they will surely ask 'those hanging stuff are also speakers ah'? why don't you make first, then i measure to tell you whether it works or not!!  besides, very troublesome to take down bass traps.
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ycs
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Aug 20 2009, 08:16 PM
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QUOTE(mys_terious @ Aug 20 2009, 05:34 PM) i wanna make it but if yours works then i wont use 100kg/m3 .. if yours doesnt work then i use 100kg/m3  .. pls la bro.. if free baru try lor.. i kenot also nvm la.. i gonna make anyway since u say it looks magical:) don't forget its also mysterious!! haha now puasa month also upon us...kena slow down sikit
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ycs
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Aug 21 2009, 09:04 PM
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i've done a simple test using REW to measure the effects on FR by removing just 1 front corner bass trap in my room. With front corner bass trap, 80 Hz crossover:
After removing the front bass trap; note the circled areas.
so, definitely worthwhile to install bass traps and also looks like the more the merrier.  i'll have to install more as well.  anyone know how to read these waterfall charts: with bass trap
overlay of the 2 charts
This post has been edited by ycs: Aug 21 2009, 09:44 PM
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ycs
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Sep 17 2009, 09:51 AM
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I made several QRD's (Quadratic Residue Diffuser) recently for my back wall.
It's suppose to be effective around 704-3390 Hz based on my dimensions.
This post has been edited by ycs: Oct 17 2009, 10:46 AM
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ycs
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Sep 17 2009, 11:08 AM
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QUOTE(mys_terious @ Sep 17 2009, 10:54 AM) that piece of rubbish wouldnt work!.. dont be naive.. y dont u send that piece of rubbish to me so i can hang it on my wall.. u know my address right hehe  .. your bass traps dont work too.. can send to me too:) no wonder the sound become transparently rubbishy after put diffuser and bass traps. thanks for the advice. now, how to make the sound more colourful and not rubbish
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ycs
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Sep 17 2009, 09:03 PM
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QUOTE(mys_terious @ Sep 17 2009, 11:18 AM) how long did it take for u to make the difuser.. lamakah?.. after hanging got effect or not I made 3 diffusers over 2 weekends. One weekend to cut and nail up; 2nd weekend to shellac, install the back and hang up. Dunno whether got any difference
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ycs
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Sep 30 2009, 08:56 AM
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ronnt, congrats on your new sub  hope you don't mind i post ur pic on your behalf... this gives a better view of the sub...looks HUGE This post has been edited by ycs: Sep 30 2009, 09:04 AM
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ycs
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Oct 5 2009, 05:02 PM
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QUOTE(mys_terious @ Oct 5 2009, 04:59 PM) pls write it down so u wont repeat the same mistake when you buy your 2nd submersive bro, how about your sub compared to the submersive? givelah review sikit...
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ycs
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Oct 6 2009, 09:34 AM
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QUOTE(ar188 @ Oct 5 2009, 11:51 PM) bos, this chart, is it possible to make the Z axis until 1000ms ? (current max from 0-300ms only) cos still lots of low Hz bass lingering after 300ms.. I think need EQ1 to test test.. (ask maxx to pinjam 1 unit..  ) wondering if the EQ1 can tackle time domain problems i.e. room mode issues?
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ycs
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Oct 6 2009, 09:40 AM
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QUOTE(hsiengloong @ Oct 6 2009, 09:36 AM) Hi Anfieldude, I read back your post and u said that putting d Audyssey mic on chair is not the right way and we should put a tripod.. I've been putting the mic on my chair all this while as my AVR didnt come with a tripod... What is the difference between with and without using a tripod? would suggest you read the Audyssey setup guide here: Audyssey Setup
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ycs
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Oct 14 2009, 09:56 AM
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QUOTE(ronnt88 @ Oct 14 2009, 09:54 AM) u mean buy another pb13U so I have best of both worlds? Funny my fren said the same thing For discussion's sake, is it ok to mix sealed & ported subs? shd be OK but must buy EQ1 as well...
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ycs
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Oct 14 2009, 02:42 PM
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QUOTE(htkaki @ Oct 14 2009, 02:21 PM) ar?!  Cannot afford lah  How to hire elite when the margin is wafer thin?  I need to get someone to run around for the local authorities. I have been going up and down of these departments for God knows how many times for the past few weeks. Today, also another headache day. Why can't they just let us know whatever documents or procedures once and for all  So tiring....... Now, I can feel the pain of other businesses that need to deal with them. Today ain't my day  Some appointments have to be cancelled. Anyone want to take over?  clearance problems ahh?? actually i'm quite free...
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ycs
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Oct 14 2009, 04:01 PM
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QUOTE(mys_terious @ Oct 14 2009, 03:56 PM) my 100kg/m3 rockwool are here .. woohoo... hopefully my carpenter can make the bass trap for me asap wah, 100kg/m3, how come so long to get stock? how thick u going to make bass trap? i recommend 6 inches.  wonder if anyone wanna buy my bass trap cos i oso wanna get 120kg/m3 This post has been edited by ycs: Oct 14 2009, 04:03 PM
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ycs
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Oct 14 2009, 04:27 PM
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my one is 4 inches thick using 80kg/m3 but my FR chart so-so only. So, i'm thinking must make thicker and denser to try get something like EQ1 chart result.  also, my waterfall chart is not good at lower end, too much resonance longer than 300ms. don't forget ur ultra got lots of boom boom pow  : This post has been edited by ycs: Oct 14 2009, 04:32 PM
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