B&W DB-1 vs. Velodyne DD-15 subwoofer

[EmilSA]

Hi all, I need some guidance here in terms of getting a B&W DB-1 sub or a Velodyne DD-15.

This is to pair with a all-800 series B&W system with 800D's as mains.

Please give me your input on this one. I value my stereo sound quality highly, but also need abit more oomph in the home theatre.

Is there perhaps a head-to-head review on the Web somewhere?

Thanks!

[mjb]

I just tried B&W DB1 sub or a Velodyne DD-15 and it comes up with buckets of information.

[Edgeyboy]

I have owned both. I would say if you have an all 800 series system, then the DB1 would be a better choice due to it's custom presets to use with current 800 series models.
Possibly the DD15+ might give you a bit more for home cinema use, but the DB1 is probably the better all round choice when used in an 800 series system.

[Dmantis]

I have not heard the DB1 yet but I have Installed many DD-15's. You really can't go wrong with the DD-15. it's a monster of a sub with plenty of sheer force and brutal tone. But whats shocking about this woofer is it's delicate musical abilities. It tends to blend in very well with an array of different speakers which is impressive.
The DB1 looks very impressive and in history B&W doesn't fall short in the sub category . In my older findings with Velodyne vs B&W subs IMO it's more of a personal choice then which one is actually better. One could argue that the Dollar for Dollar Velodyne subs are better all around performers and equalling B&W for music. Bt without hearing the DB1 , I can't say that hear.

I suggest trying to find the DB1 somewhere and see if it's what your looking for. If not the DD-15 is a safe purchase.

[ShadowZA]

EmilSA, I wish that I could give specific info regarding your required comparison selection ... but I can't. Apologies. What I can offer is that if you are in Cape Town (or plan to be here at any stage soon), you are very welcome to pop in and listen to my DD-15 (not DD-15+) which mates very well with my 3 x 802D front-end (imho, of course).

[SoundEngine355]

What did you choose?


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