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    Default Small subwoofer compat with Sierra-1?

    I'm looking for a subwoofer with a smallish footprint (12-14in square) that will integrate well with Sierra-1's (driven by Pioneer SC-07). Downward firing would be a plus. Listen to both music and HT. Any recommendations welcome. I realize this amount of floor space is a major handicap for a sub but won't have the space for a Rythmik until I move.

    TIA,
    Barry
    Last edited by BarryG; 06-07-2010 at 03:29 PM.

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    Default Re: Small subwoofer compat with Sierra-1?

    I'm using a Martin Logan Dynamo (the smallest one) with Sierra-1's. It's an excellent match.

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    Default Re: Small subwoofer compat with Sierra-1?

    never heard the Dynamo, but it might not fit at 14.69" × 13" × 15.27".

    14in square is pretty tight for a sub.
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    Default Re: Small subwoofer compat with Sierra-1?

    that's the bigger dynamo. There is a smaller one that is 12" square. And sealed, not ported.

    Frankly, they just took the reputation of the original 12" model and applied it to a series of 'dynamo' models. I like the original smaller one best.

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    Default Re: Small subwoofer compat with Sierra-1?

    Quote Originally Posted by Sherlock View Post
    that's the bigger dynamo. There is a smaller one that is 12" square. And sealed, not ported.

    Frankly, they just took the reputation of the original 12" model and applied it to a series of 'dynamo' models. I like the original smaller one best.
    Sorry, I think I was looking at the least expensive, and equated that to being smaller....bad assumption!
    Last edited by curtis; 06-07-2010 at 04:44 PM.
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    Default Re: Small subwoofer compat with Sierra-1?

    Thanks for the thumbs up on the Dynamo - the Dynamo 700 looks quite interesting; definitely in the ballpark size-wise and everything I've managed to read about it seems quite positive.
    Last edited by BarryG; 06-07-2010 at 05:25 PM.

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    Default Re: Small subwoofer compat with Sierra-1?

    Also look at the Emotiva Ultra-10 (12.5" cube, $299 shipped) and the soon to be released SVS SB-10NSD (12" cube, $399 pre-order price).

    A more expensive option is the Velodyne Minivee-10/Chrysalis Photon-10/Outlaw ECS-10... all the same sub as far as I can tell. I think the best deal you'll find on one of these is the Chrysalis Photon-10 for $700 shipped (brand new) from Audioholics.
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    Default Re: Small subwoofer compat with Sierra-1?

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    Default Re: Small subwoofer compat with Sierra-1?

    Quote Originally Posted by BarryG View Post
    I'm looking for a subwoofer with a smallish footprint (12-14in square) that will integrate well with Sierra-1's (driven by Pioneer SC-07). Downward firing would be a plus. Listen to both music and HT. Any recommendations welcome. I realize this amount of floor space is a major handicap for a sub but won't have the space for a Rythmik until I move.

    TIA,
    Barry

    What's your budget? How long are you willing to wait?

    http://www.svsound.com/products-sub-box-sb12nsd.cfm

    SVS makes some great subs. This one is not out yet and obviously doesn't have any reviews floating around, but it is going to be a 14 inch cube. Looks pretty and I bet it will pack quite a punch.

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