Hello, I have 2 questions about possible changes to my system:
1. I've decided to add a sub, and I'm considering the SVS Micro 3000. Having a friend who's in the stereo business, I was able to borrow one for impressions (non-US, can't just buy to try), and it's excellent (seamless integration, bass I can feel and not just hear). However, I was wondering: since the Micro 3000 is a size compromise (as advanced as it is), perhaps it's better to consider a traditional SVS sub instead, for similar money? Suppose the SB-2000 Pro or SB-3000? (the PB's are way too big). the SB's are still not huge, and perhaps perform better? On the other hand, perhaps there is actual merit to the Micro 3000 with it's dual smaller woofers facing opposite directions over a traditional sub with a single big woofer?
2. My system is set in a regular apartment living room, and is comprised of 2 rather large bookshelf speakers (Dynaudio 20i) with 18cm woofers (~7.1 inches). On top of adding a sub (which takes the bass and general feel of the system up a few levels), is there any good reason to replace the speakers with a pair of floorstanders? To be clear- In this room there is no need for additional SPL, so I wonder about other benefits or shortcomings of such replacement (if any)- given there is a subwoofer.
I'd appreciate any thoughts, thanks!
1. I've decided to add a sub, and I'm considering the SVS Micro 3000. Having a friend who's in the stereo business, I was able to borrow one for impressions (non-US, can't just buy to try), and it's excellent (seamless integration, bass I can feel and not just hear). However, I was wondering: since the Micro 3000 is a size compromise (as advanced as it is), perhaps it's better to consider a traditional SVS sub instead, for similar money? Suppose the SB-2000 Pro or SB-3000? (the PB's are way too big). the SB's are still not huge, and perhaps perform better? On the other hand, perhaps there is actual merit to the Micro 3000 with it's dual smaller woofers facing opposite directions over a traditional sub with a single big woofer?
2. My system is set in a regular apartment living room, and is comprised of 2 rather large bookshelf speakers (Dynaudio 20i) with 18cm woofers (~7.1 inches). On top of adding a sub (which takes the bass and general feel of the system up a few levels), is there any good reason to replace the speakers with a pair of floorstanders? To be clear- In this room there is no need for additional SPL, so I wonder about other benefits or shortcomings of such replacement (if any)- given there is a subwoofer.
I'd appreciate any thoughts, thanks!
