I am trying to decide between the B215D and a Mackie Thump12- anyone?
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I promise you will not be disappointed with a pair of these. I've played them loud and never had to turn up to half. I played a basketball court sized auditorium full of people and had complaints about playing too loud! I'm a solo performer and I use them like sidefill monitors. I angle them up at me monitor style then face them directly at me like sidefills. Having the speakers on the floor really increases the perceived bottom end. I will never had to use these past halfway. Buy them, you'll love them!
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Thumps cost more but the b215d sounds as good. I've been using them foe 3 years and have had no problems out of them
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I have the Westone UM-2s. They're absolute bliss, but the thump is sometimes heard.
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If you've got money to burn, then go all out and get a L1 Model 2 with the biggest sub. The Compact won't cut it. Otherwise, save yourself a ton of cash and just get an SWR Bass amp. They sound incredible and it won't cost you what a Bose will.
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I recommend either the Str8 or the St. They're both fantastic tables. I use the str8's for mixing house and for personal single listening of rock albums. I have owned many decks, and these are excellent.
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The bass is smooth, not as intense as the Bose. The Bose are excellent, but at times I feel that the SE215 are more realistic. Cable replacement is very easy to replace also. Your taste may be different.
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Even though I bought the Pioneers myself, I'd recommend the Polks. I love my Pioneers, so don't get me wrong. If the Polks were $200 like they are here vs $50 for the Pioneers (the current price here at Amazon), I'd say go with the Pioneers. But $100? Jump at it. Unless they're beat up or defective.
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Hi, I think that you have to keep in mind is that Marantz has discontinued the CD6004 and his catalog appears with the same Price, in addition to the term HI FI. I would opt for the DC6005.
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I have no experience with the PSW505 or PL-200 so I can't vouch for them. However, I can say a bit about the Sub-12HG. IN MY OPINION this sub is not very "musical". It doesn't play upper frequencies (60Hz+) very well and isn't very accurate (punchy). On the other hand, this sub is excellent for low frequency needs (down to around 25Hz-40Hz). I have found that it produces more quantiful bass rather than tight and accurate bass. Therefore, it CAN be great for movies, some rap/hip-hop -- pretty much anything needing strictly low end boom. I personally would not advise it for just music use. This is based on my personal experience. I have no experience with the PSW505 or PL-200 so I can't vouch for them. However, I can say a bit about the Sub-12HG. IN MY OPINION this sub is not very "musical". It doesn't play upper frequencies (60Hz+) very well and isn't very accurate (punchy). On the other hand, this sub is excellent for low frequency needs (down to around 25Hz-40Hz). I have found that it produces more quantiful bass rather than tight and accurate bass. Therefore, it CAN be great for movies, some rap/hip-hop -- pretty much anything needing strictly low end boom. I personally would not advise it for just... » Read More I have no experience with the PSW505 or PL-200 so I can't vouch for them. However, I can say a bit about the Sub-12HG. IN MY OPINION this sub is not very "musical". It doesn't play upper frequencies (60Hz+) very well and isn't very accurate (punchy). On the other hand, this sub is excellent for low frequency needs (down to around 25Hz-40Hz). I have found that it produces more quantiful bass rather than tight and accurate bass. Therefore, it CAN be great for movies, some rap/hip-hop -- pretty much anything needing strictly low end boom. I personally would not advise it for just music use. This is based on my personal experience. « Show Less
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Haven't used a Yamaha in a long time. In general I think Mackies are priced higher with fewer features but I won't buy anything else. Mackie makes a great and reliable product, it's hard to go wrong unless you need more features for the dollar.
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Holy moly, I wish I had that problem..to choose between two companies with stellar offerings. The LS50 is exceptional, would I prefer a pair of Wilson Watt Puppies......in a heartbeat. But, as the monetary system collapses, you are probably far better off to get some acoustic instruments.
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Thanks for the update! I'll look into the BX-1021, did you have to use a special cable to connect it to the IM600? Altec told me last week that the sub-woofer for the VS-2421 would work as well. I'm little leary as they have given me bad advice before. My remote for the IM600 died back in March, it's taken me this long to get a replacement. They said it shipped, then said it was out of stock and would ship when they got them in (2 months ago), didn't ship, had to call (2 weeks ago) with still no remote, called again last week, hopefully it's on it's way. Not impressed with their CS.
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I am very happy with my 6004 model. It is a great value. A store could maybe play both units side by side of sound reproduction. Checking features out would show you other differences that might not be associated with music quality.
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Why match a powerful 12", 300W-460W subwoofer with a weak, small 4", 80W bookshelf speakers? Doesn't make sense. I'm getting the BIC FH-65B 6.5" 10W -175W, 96db speakers for my PSW505. If you're going to go cheap and stick with the SP-BS22-LR Andrew Jones then you should get the PSW10 for half the price ($95) of the PSW505. They are a better power and price match.
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No. These QSC speakers deliver a much better low end response and the Mackies. I've had some powered Mackie's before, not the ones you are mentioning, but I find the QSC to sound much better. :)
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Hifonics has brz1200 would also be good combo and cheaper. I have two of them pushing to type r 12 inch subs wired down to 1 ohm these amps are insane for the price
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We would have to agree with David! We've had great feedback on the Yamaha MG16XU! It offers similar effects, USB, and input capabilities as the Mackie ProFX16V2, for a lower price! The MG16XU is currently in stock separately and as a bundle package and ready to ship!
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Depends on your budget and size restrictions. BIC F12 might be complimentary. I wouldn't go polk for the price.