B&W ASW825

[miner]

I am trying to find a B&W ASW800 in cherry to match my existing sub. Since this model is now discontinued (not able to find used) would it be OK to use a B&W ASW825? Difference between the two being the driver cone material - Rohacell (ASW825) vs paper/Kevlar (ASW800). These will be used with N804 in a daisy chain configuration. Power amp is RB-1092 & pre is RC-1090. :coffee:

[jim777]

I can solve your problem, give me your ASW800 and then get yourself a pair of matching ASW825's :dancenana:

Joking of course. One ASW800 is not enough!!?? :E

Have fun :T

[miner]

Pick up only - no shipping.

[Karma]

HI miner,
First, almost everybody buys less subwoofer than they need. The amount of air they must move is huge. It's one of the major reasons subs are expensive.

Whether one needs one or two (or more!!!) depends on the size of the room, the volume levels, and the program material. In general I would say that two in a stereo configuration is the minimum for a 12 inch driver if you want a high performing system.

I agree with your goal of having two. My small bedroom, it's 14 X 12 X 8, 5.1 HT system has two ASW800's and they kick ass. I was faced with the same problem because I bought my dealers demo ASW800 thinking I could find another one. Well, I couldn't. So I borrowed his ASW825. I kept it for a week trying decide if the mix was working right. I felt the mix worked very well although I think the ASW825 put out slightly more power at slightly less distortion. The difference was never obvious and audible only if you are very familiar with the system sound and be listening for the differences. Even then, I had to wonder if it was just my imagination. If I had not found another ASW800 on ebay I would have bought the ASW825.

Sparky

[jim777]

Pick up only - no shipping.

Haha, you got'me :B

[miner]

HI miner,
First, almost everybody buys less subwoofer than they need. The amount of air they must move is huge. It's one of the major reasons subs are expensive.

Whether one needs one or two (or more!!!) depends on the size of the room, the volume levels, and the program material. In general I would say that two in a stereo configuration is the minimum for a 12 inch driver if you want a high performing system.

I agree with your goal of having two. My small bedroom, it's 14 X 12 X 8, 5.1 HT system has two ASW800's and they kick ass. I was faced with the same problem because I bought my dealers demo ASW800 thinking I could find another one. Well, I couldn't. So I borrowed his ASW825. I kept it for a week trying decide if the mix was working right. I felt the mix worked very well although I think the ASW825 put out slightly more power at slightly less distortion. The difference was never obvious and audible only if you are very familiar with the system sound and be listening for the differences. Even then, I had to wonder if it was just my imagination. If I had not found another ASW800 on ebay I would have bought the ASW825.

Sparky

Thanks Sparky. My room is 25' w X 35' L x 12' H - I would say that meets the criteria for 2 subs. Mind me asking how much your used ASW800 went for - for benchmark purposes. I think I can get a new ASW825 for $2000.

[Karma]

HI miner,
Yes, your room definitely qualifies. In fact, I would go with two ASW850's. The 15 inch drivers are worth the extra. But I know the expense is high.

I paid $1450 plus shipping for a mint ASW800 in black which matches my other ASW800. I couldn't pass it up. If you can get an ASW825 for $2000 you would be doing very well indeed. Good luck.

Sparky