Velodyne DLS-3750 vs DLS-3750R

[Shawn Parr]

Okay, I know this is a bit low end compared to what you guys usually discuss around here, but I was curious if any of you have heard and compared the newer model DSL series by Velodyne to the older models?

I have a DLS-3750 that I use with a Tannoy system, and I'm rather fond of it. I purchased it when they went dirt cheap right before the -R series was announced.

I might consider a new sub for my Gallo system, and I've used the DLS-3500 with Due's before and really liked the results.

It seems that the newer models (the -R) just adds a bunch of processing, the remote, and IMHO a much uglier appearance. I was curious if that extra processing (which is digital and may not have been before) changed the character of the sub from the old models, and is it considered better, worse, or negligible?

TIA

[David Meek]

Hi Shawn,

I can't help with the A/B comparison, but will your dealer let you audition the -R model at home? That'd be the way to go if it's possible.

[Shawn Parr]

Hey David,

While that might be possible, the nearest dealer is over 60 miles away, and the nearest dealer I might be willing to trust is a bit further than that. That is why I'm trying to get some ideas from the forum members.

[David Meek]

Natchitoches, eh? That does put you a bit off the audio/video-beaten path. FWIW, I was born just across the border in Tyler, TX. Well, I hope someone can hop in here with some experience.