It could be due to the hassle should anything happens on the sub even with its long warranty period.

htkaki, whats ur comment on this? how often do svs subs breakdown compared to velodyne?

ive been reading all over the net that velodyne have poor customer support on this issue and their subs tend to just not work after some time.. but since ur an expert on this, what is ure perspective?

sorry, cant comment on svs as nvr try it b4. Subwoofer unlike spkrs is more complicated as it has an internal amp and more circuitry than spkr. So, tendency of breaking down is higher.

Since u r in Brunei, aint sure who can assist u. Over here, A&L is the distributor. So, at least it is easier.

Yep sometimes its ok to pay a bit more buying locally so if anything happen, easier to return for warranty claim.

lol no choice for me.. is either order or... drool over the internet maybe i should open shop.. haha.. but i wouldnt know how to :\

For shipment, choose door-to-door, the sub will be delivered directly to your door. You'll just pay taxes/fees/etc at that time (if any).

About warranty, SVS is well-known for their excellent support and warranty. They will even pay for any shipping costs for you. But of course, all that shipping back and forth could be a real hassle.

I didn't buy it because it will be way out of my budget, considering taxes, etc.

Most subwoofers run pretty hot so make sure it is placed in a well ventilated place to avoid the risk of frying the internal amp. Class A rated amp in subs run even hotter so do take note on this.

ahh very useful information.. lol i wouldnt want my investment to go up in smokes.. haha still waiting for SVS to reply my mail.. 4th day now..

I have decided on the Velodyne against the HSU STF-1 due to the same warranty claim issue although Dr. Hsu himself promise the claim if any will be hassle free as they have several pick up center throughout Asia, we just need to notify them and sent the driver only to the center and they'll do the rest.....

but...still look like a hassle to me as need to open up the Sub

haha hopefully i wouldnt have to go through this kinda things... HSU replied to me saying
"Unfortunately we are unable to service your location due to complications with
FedEx in that area."

grrrrrrr

Settle for Velodyne then. DD-15 for you?

as of now, it looks like im going to get an SVS cylinder sub.. waiting for quotation.. no idea how long itll take.. the weight difference svs and velodyne is sooo much.. 70lbs vs 150lbs.. crazy..

This post has been edited by callmevil: Aug 12 2008, 02:56 PM

I have got my svs cylinder sub about a month ago.. type 20-39PC+. Which type u r going for? PC ultra 13? i m surprised u r waiting 4 days for a reply. in my case, when i wrote to them , say around 9 am, i received reply 1 hour later.

This post has been edited by MYLordElrond: Aug 12 2008, 07:26 PM

Did you ordered them from their website? How much is the shipping and were you taxed for it?

Here's a shipping quote I got for PB10-NSD, which is 60lbs.

Door to door $250 Bax Quote Number 3239690
Door to airport $205 Bax Quote Number 3239692

yeah they been ping-ponging emails with them the whole morning.. i get a free cap and tshirt for my wait! haha wub freebies~
considering room dimension (especially ceiling height) they advised me to get the 20-39 pc plus.. grrrr i want the ultra, but they not sure if itll sound ok for my room... sadddd but nvm.. at least this one is light (55lbs).. cheaper shipment lol, they still waiting for their shipping ppl to give them the shipment cost..

yes..i ordered thru their website..door to door usd245..door to airport usd205...tax 15%+10%

oh forgot about that.. brunei tax for speakers is at %5

lol... people want to buy more expensive item but they don't allow

No too bad, 25% tax only

15+10 bro. Meaning 15%, and then another 10% on top of that.

Example, for RM1000 value, 15% --> RM1150, then another 10% from that --> RM1265 #

This post has been edited by aiman04: Aug 12 2008, 08:25 PM