Sub to match 804 rosenut finish

[cjm80]

So I have 804 diamonds, have had them for a year and love the sound. Now I want to get a subwoofer.... would love to get a DB1 8) but can't stretch to it right now :cry:

I've thought about a PV1D but would rather something that matched the rosenut finish of my 804s. Is there anything from REL or such for PV1D money that people could recommend as a great performer and very good colour match to 804s?

I think if the colour match is slightly off it would probably look odd and I might as well get the PV1D

Thanks!

Also anyone running PV1D with 804 diamonds?

[Rod#S]

How much does the PV1D cost? The reason I ask is that the Paradigm rosenut finsh matches the B&W rosenut finsh very well. The Paradigm Sub 12 and Sub 15 are really good performers but might cost more than the PV1D. I think the Paradigms cost around low 2k and low 3k respectively but don't hold me to that as their prices continue to rise.

[cjm80]

Thanks Rod,

I hadn't considered Paradigm, they look great though. Here in Australia a PV1D is around US$2000, whilst the Sub 12 would be $3500. I think it will be worth stretching for as it is a larger driver and will look much better in the living room.

It's only half the price of the DB1 here in Oz :cry:

Have you compared Paradigm to the DB1 yourself?

[Rod#S]

Unfortunately no I haven't had the opportunity to see let alone hear a DB1 in person. My dealer doesn't stock much of the 800 series only the 805, 804 and 803. They have never had a DB1, 802 or 800 in the store and last time I asked out of curiosity they have never had a customer purchase the 800's, just 802's sight unseen/unheard like I did so I assume if they have sold a DB1 it would be the same deal as the 802's and 800's.

[Antus]

for sub, u can buy piano plack and it will match with every color.
I have seen DB1 in rosenut, and to be honest, it looks wired.... i still prefer the piano black sub.

that said, PV1D is a good choice, but they are smallish with only two 8inch driver. U can look for subs from SVS, or veledyne. If you like musical sub, buy sealed version. for boom boom movie, buy ported version.

another great sub is CM 12inch. it's poor man's DB1,

[Skyblue]

You can get subs in any color you like, as long as its black.

I have 800s in cherry and db1 in piano. It works well.

I agree that the db1 in other colors looks very weird.

[cjm80]

Thanks for the input guys. I've ended up ordering a SVS PV13 Ultra in rosenut... seems to be the best option over here with our Oz prices. Don't think it will be a perfect match but I can at least place it a few feet away from the speakers.

Should arrive Wednesday, can't wait!!

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[Whacked!]

Thanks for the input guys. I've ended up ordering a SVS PV13 Ultra in rosenut... seems to be the best option over here with our Oz prices. Don't think it will be a perfect match but I can at least place it a few feet away from the speakers.

Should arrive Wednesday, can't wait!!

I've got the 800w version of this sub mated with Wilson Sophia 1's in ~2700 cubic feet space. Performance wise, I very much doubt you'll be dissapointed, it's an awesome beast for both movies and music. Some say ported is not the prefered choice for music but it puts a smile on my face

Norm

[stevek]

i have the pb12 plus"latest version"and that sucker is one hell of a sub.i wish i would have been patient and bought the ultra.the svs subs are very musical and you get a lot of performance for the money.you will love that sub.leave all ports open and make sure all your pictures are secure on your walls.

[PewterTA]

Definitely want to see some pictures. I know you'll LOVE the sub.... and also be shocked at the size of the thing! ha ha. But it's all good!!!!

Now that makes me want to replace my SVS PC12... but it still works sooo good I'd just not know if I could get rid of it.

[cjm80]

So excited, can't really imagine what a 70kg sub is going to sound like!!!

Pictures to come next weekend. Have a couple of buddies coming over to help me get it downstairs!