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Thread: Any sonic difference between E15 and F15HP?

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    Default Any sonic difference between E15 and F15HP?

    I'm debating on whether to get the E15 or the F15HP to accompany my Sierra 1's. The E15 is a little smaller, which is always nice but not a deal breaker for the F15HP, AND a little cheaper (probably due to the fact that since it is smaller there is less physical material in the enclosure) and also cheaper to ship since it is lighter. As far as I can tell, it has the exact same woofer and amplifier. I understand that the F15HP will play slightly (1 db I think but correct me if I'm wrong) louder but has anyone had a chance to actually hear these two subs? I'm willing to pay a little extra and make a little more room for the F15HP if it actually sounds BETTER and not just slightly louder. I live in Hawaii, so shipping is so cost prohibitive that whatever I end up getting, I will have to love because there is probably just no way that I will ship it back. So I want to be extra sure before I take the plunge. I will rarely push these subs to any type of (volume) limit as I seldom listen to music and movies that way. I just want to make sure the sound quality is a good as possible.
    I will be using this for about 50/50 music to movies. I'm a very picky and critical listener.
    Thanks!

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    Default Re: Any sonic difference between E15 and F15HP?

    There should be very little difference in sound, if any at all.
    -curtis

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    Default Re: Any sonic difference between E15 and F15HP?

    thanks Curtis! That's kind of what I thought. I guess it's just surprising to me that they sel the F15HP at all. It's more expensive and bigger. If it sounds virtually identical to the E15, why would anyone ever choose to get the F15HP? Doesn't make any sense to me. Just wondering.
    thanks again!

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    Default Re: Any sonic difference between E15 and F15HP?

    Quote Originally Posted by jon7889 View Post
    thanks Curtis! That's kind of what I thought. I guess it's just surprising to me that they sel the F15HP at all. It's more expensive and bigger. If it sounds virtually identical to the E15, why would anyone ever choose to get the F15HP? Doesn't make any sense to me. Just wondering.
    thanks again!
    Because some people want that extra output, which I think is more than 1dB at lower frequencies.

    The cabinet size for the standard F15 is already smaller than optimum.
    -curtis

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    Default Re: Any sonic difference between E15 and F15HP?

    Well, see this makes me indecisive again. Will there be a difference in bass feel and impact (very low frequencies) if playing at moderate levels? By moderate I mean fairly loud at times but not an offensive challenge and fu to the neighbors.
    Sorry to run around the same question so much. I just want to be extra sure.

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    Default Re: Any sonic difference between E15 and F15HP?

    Without knowing actually how loud, it is hard to say.

    My suggestion would be go with the F15HP.
    Last edited by curtis; 01-17-2012 at 10:10 AM.
    -curtis

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    Default Re: Any sonic difference between E15 and F15HP?

    I've got plenty of what you seek with the F12 in my room.
    Emotiva USP-1, ERC-1 and two UPA-1s
    Pro-Ject Xpression III and AT440MLa
    AKAI AT-2600 and Harman Kardon TD4400
    Magnepan MMG Magnestands
    Rythmik Audio F12

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    Default Re: Any sonic difference between E15 and F15HP?

    I live in Hawaii too and understand the shipping cost issue.
    I'm not an expert, but wouldn't an F12 'match' sizing-wise better with the Sierra-1s?


    I'm guessing you'll be happy with either one - both should sound great (once placed properly) - but if you are one of those who always second-guess their purchases, the only way to guaranteed know you got the best, and since size isn't an issue (btw E15, and F15HP), the only way to be sure is spend the extra money and get the F15HP. Of course, you'll probably want to upgrade your sierra1's at some point to 'match' the potential output levels of the E15 / F15HP.

    (I am saving for an E15 - I don't have the space for an F15HP. I have Sierra Towers and will soon be getting a Sierra Tower Center).

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    Default Re: Any sonic difference between E15 and F15HP?

    Quote Originally Posted by davidknunes@yahoo.com View Post
    I live in Hawaii too and understand the shipping cost issue.
    I'm not an expert, but wouldn't an F12 'match' sizing-wise better with the Sierra-1s?


    I'm guessing you'll be happy with either one - both should sound great (once placed properly) - but if you are one of those who always second-guess their purchases, the only way to guaranteed know you got the best, and since size isn't an issue (btw E15, and F15HP), the only way to be sure is spend the extra money and get the F15HP. Of course, you'll probably want to upgrade your sierra1's at some point to 'match' the potential output levels of the E15 / F15HP.

    (I am saving for an E15 - I don't have the space for an F15HP. I have Sierra Towers and will soon be getting a Sierra Tower Center).
    Hi davidknunes@yahoo.com,

    I envy you for having the towers. I have 340s. BTW, I live in Kahului, Maui. By any chance, do you live nearby? I would really love to hear the towers if you don't mind.

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    Default Re: Any sonic difference between E15 and F15HP?

    That said, are there any Sierra-1 or Sierra Tower owners in Maui, Hawaii?

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