Advice needed for a subwoofer, Genelecs G Three

[Miguelón]

Hello, I have a pair of Genelecs G Three in a studio room around 4x3 meters.

I have considered various subs at a Max of 1000€ budget, here's my provisional list:

1- SVS sb 1000 pro: popular here in ASR and good linearity, onboard DSP and quite compact for being a 12 inch

2- Genelec 7050: reputation of being very good with Genelecs although I don't know if is too sensitive for my G Threes (by default 10 dB more sensitive but has a gain knob). Quite bulky for 8 inch sub.

SVS 3000 micro: very compact and I red good reviews on It, a little bit over my budget but I can wait for a flash offer in Amazon

If any other suggestion or arguments on the list, thanks for writting!

 

[Mort]

I've owned all of these and do not recommend the micro or the Genelec. The non SAM genelec subs are too expensive imo. The micro is very bass limited and only good if space is truly the biggest issue.

I like the SVS 1000 pro for the money.

 

[Miguelón]

I've owned all of these and do not recommend the micro or the Genelec. The non SAM genelec subs are too expensive imo. The micro is very bass limited and only good if space is truly the biggest issue.

I like the SVS 1000 pro for the money.

Thanks, what about the SVS 1000 classic?

I’ve just found a good deal, it will be connected to WiiM Ultra sub output so I can control the dealy, phase and EQ

 

[Mort]

I don't think you need the SVS room correction then. Classic should be fine.

 

[Miguelón]

I don't think you need the SVS room correction then. Classic should be fine.

Is not way cheaper, 100€ less but if the only difference is in the dsp I think it worth the saving…

Or are there any improvement in the acoustics from classic to Pro?

 

[jdg78]

I use a SVS 1000 Pro with my Genelec G-threes and would recommend as it performs very well for its size and price, and I find the digital app very useful for integrating with my system. You can control SPL level, phase, etc., and even apply up to 3 EQ curves.

The classic version would probably perform similarly well on a base level, although without the convenience of the app customization. Personally, if it's only a $100 difference between the two, I would go for the Pro version as I find the app really useful.

If you have the space to accommodate a 1000, I don't really see much reason to consider the 3000 micro as it's more expensive with less extension. The micro is only for those who really can't fit anything larger, and even then I would probably opt for something like the Kali Audio WS 6.2 which is similarly compact and offers comparable performance for several hundred less. I use one of these in my office system (also with G-Threes) and it works really nicely.

The Genelec subs are nice, but quite large and expensive, and (in my purely subjective opinion) rather unattractive. For a relatively modest set up, you don't need to spend a ton of money on subs - certainly not more that your actual speakers.

 

[Miguelón]

I use a SVS 1000 Pro with my Genelec G-threes and would recommend as it performs very well for its size and price, and I find the digital app very useful for integrating with my system. You can control SPL level, phase, etc., and even apply up to 3 EQ curves.

The classic version would probably perform similarly well on a base level, although without the convenience of the app customization. Personally, if it's only a $100 difference between the two, I would go for the Pro version as I find the app really useful.

If you have the space to accommodate a 1000, I don't really see much reason to consider the 3000 micro as it's more expensive with less extension. The micro is only for those who really can't fit anything larger, and even then I would probably opt for something like the Kali Audio WS 6.2 which is similarly compact and offers comparable performance for several hundred less. I use one of these in my office system (also with G-Threes) and it works really nicely.

The Genelec subs are nice, but quite large and expensive, and (in my purely subjective opinion) quite unattractive. For a relatively modest set up, you don't need to spend a ton of money on subs - certainly not more that your actual speakers.

Thanks for your advices, I’ve just red there’s more bass extension also in the Pro version, and I have the place to it so not considering a micro sub.

Personally I don’t dislike 7050 aesthetics but the price is too high

 

[aschen]

recently bought a pair of aerendal 1961 1s subs and have been extremely satisfied with their performance and very nice build quality.

Another good option for smallish subs. Measurements are in this forum if you look

 

[Miguelón]

recently bought a pair of aerendal 1961 1s subs and have been extremely satisfied with their performance and very nice build quality.

Another good option for smallish subs. Measurements are in this forum if you look

Looks great, a little bit on the expensive side and heavy but also totally linear.

To that point I would go better to 7050, but thanks for your advice

 

[Miguelón]

I don't think you need the SVS room correction then. Classic should be fine.

Excuse me for asking again: I red very good opinions and a measurement with Genelecs 8030C and 7040A sub, even if is not officially recommended by Genelec.

Since the placement will be between a corner and a column in a moderate to high reflecting room, I think would can obtain a good 25-27 to 85 Hz bass response which is my target (I listen mainly jazz and classical, with some occasional rock at moderate loudness).

Is on my budget and thickness is good for not invading my room so much, I could even get a second unit in the future.

What do you think about the 7040? Have you ever own it?