I have an AV 7005 Preamp Processor with a Carver AV 705x 5 channel power amplifier sounds incredible. Bought both used on Ebay. The Carver I've had since 2003, and the Marantz since 2018, as a 60th birthday present from my sons

Great review!

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’m trying to improve with each video, as I get more comfortable in front of a camera. Haha Thanks for stopping by, my friend!

Great video! You deserve wayyyyyyyyy more subscribers! Would you say these would be a good set for critically listening to music for say a beginner audiophile or even mid level audiophile if you can get them at a good price? How is the sound accuracy? How clean is the bass? Also, I watch steve guttenberg too and like his content.

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

Hey, thank you for the kind words! I am about 7 weeks in, of taking this seriously so I am pretty happy with the subscriber count. This set really impressed me with how large they sounded, in such small packages. They have a detailed sound to them and the bass response was quite good, given the size of the subwoofer, This is a great, small system for those who have a small room or have a tight budget to start. If you have a larger room, these might a larger center and mains and a bigger subwoofer added down the road but this set will definitely get you started out on the right path. Thank you for stopping by and thank you Goldie the advice! I’m a big Steve Guttenberg fan, he’s an asset to this community.

I am wondering if you would get better performance by raising the 600 sat speakers off the shelf so they can disperse sound better and be closer to ear level.

I have had this set for a decade for my theatre setup in my room. If anyone got these for $200, that's a steal! They sound great for their size. My only issue was the sub. Either I got a trash one or it's just trash itself. Or maybe I like boomier bass. Either way, I bought a new Klipsch subwoofer and kept the satellites and my world's been amazing ever since.

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

I would tend to agree with you, the sub was probably the weak link, if there was one. Considering these speakers are only a little larger than the double Bose cubes, and produce much larger and clearer sound, this setup is great for those with smaller to mid sized rooms or for those that cannot get away with larger speakers. If you spend some time on the crossover points and sub positioning, this little set of speakers will surprise you. Now I’m curious, which Klipsch sub did you get? Thank you for taking the time to comment, I really appreciate it!

@m00nyoze

4 жыл бұрын

@@blazermdx It was the Klipsch 12HG Synergy. This was almost a decade ago and it has far exceeded my expectations. It hits like it's supposed to without being too boomy. I was so disappointed with the Pro Sub 600 that I thought maybe it was me being too picky. It sounded hollow and got worse the more you raised the bass level. To this day, the Klipsch 12HG is still going strong and I see no reason to ever replace it.

@BurntToast_isSad

8 күн бұрын

I just picked some up at an estate sale for 30$

RSL is coming out with the Speedwoofer 12x which will have passive radiators. The Speedwoofer 10S was a great little sub.

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

Oh man! Those are probably going to be awesome subs, knowing what RSL does with budget friendly subs. Thank you for sharing that info, I’ll keep an eye out! Thank you for the comment and support, my friend!

Average Guy Hi-Fi, I really like the idea of reviewing used gear. I've said for years that people with a tight budget should look for used gear rather than buy bottom of the barrel gear. A good speaker from 20 or more years ago is still a good speaker today.

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

That’s exactly what I was thinking! I think starting on the used market first, figuring out what you like with a few sets, you’d be way more educated when buying your “forever” system. We think alike, my friend. Thank you for the comment, these types of comments are helping me to keep pushing this idea forward!

Great video. Would the 4 satellite speakers be good for front and rear height speakers?

Have you ever heard the Aperio subs? They have passive radiators, two I believe. They don’t dig the lowest in their price range, but have articulate, tight base. I think they are perfect for music.d

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I have! Check out my review of the Aperion set I reviewed a few weeks ago. The Bravus 10D has 10” woofer with two 10” passives. Very nice sounding subwoofer, especially considering the size. GoldenEar also makes some pretty killer passive subs. Now we just need SVS, HSU etc. to throw their capable hats into the passive subwoofer ring:) Thank you for stopping by!

I went through a bunch of Def Tech speakers in my home theater journey. SM55's, pm1000's, 800's, pc1000/2000. Not too shabby but since replaced with all PSA, diysg and DCM.

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a perfectly sound path! I think the mainstream picks up the more mass produced brands to start and then venture into the home audio wormhole where many of us journey. I am pretty size and aesthetically restricted at the moment, like many out there, so some compromises need to made. With that said, the top-shelf, mainstream brands will get most of us 92% there. It’s the people chasing that 8% are the that keep the rest of us drooling over the various forums. Cheers, my friend!

@Subacabra

4 жыл бұрын

@@blazermdx totally agree! Especially with brands like Klipsch etc. I wish I had the knowledge now that I did back then, definitely would've saved a lot of money! Lol

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

Subacabra But you wouldn’t have had so much fun along the way. Oh, and then there’s the real world experience you gained along the way, to reach the audio happiness you’ve achieved:)

@Subacabra

4 жыл бұрын

@@blazermdx 100% agree :)

Sound quality is very good

I love that movie!!! That sound is amazing, found this 6 speaker bundle along with a Denon AVR-X2100W Receiver for $200!

@blazermdx

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, it’s an awesome movie! That’s one heck of a deal, congrats!!

@cuzihungry

Жыл бұрын

@@blazermdx they were wanting $350 but I offered $200 and they actually accepted it

@cuzihungry

Жыл бұрын

@@blazermdx I think I already blew the sub, it was working perfectly fine last night and now this morning the red light is blinking.

Hi there! Greetings from Chicago, I love your enthusiasm and passion for home theatre systems. I truly enjoy all your reviews, I just became a new subscriber. I just got an old 10 in. Velodyne VA series subwoofer that only has in and out RCA plug ins. Do you know how I can connect it to a Yamaha RX-A3000? I’ll greatly appreciate your advice.

@blazermdx

3 жыл бұрын

Hey, sorry for the late reply! That’s an awesome receiver! You just need to run one subwoofer/RCA cable from one of the sub outs on the Yamaha to the LFE/RCA connection on the sub. You will also have to go into the Yamaha menu and make sure that the sub is turned on. That should be all you need. Look up “subwoofer crawl”, to make sure you aren’t placing the sub in a null. Let me know how it goes, my friend!

@renearellano3907

3 жыл бұрын

Average Guy Hi-Fi thank you so much for your prompt response! I’m gonna give it a try this evening. You’re awesome!

@blazermdx

3 жыл бұрын

rene arellano Happy to help! I just picked up another Velodyne sub about 10 minutes ago. If you can’t tell from my videos, I’m a big Velodyne fan:)

Great video! Doug de muro for hifi :p

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, I love Doug DeMuro! Thanks for the compliment and for taking the time to comment on my little channel, my friend!

Great video 👍 very helpful. How would the sub compare to a much larger sub like a 10 inch? I am trying to replace my 10in Polk psw108. Would this sub be a better option? Thank you.

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

I don’t have any experience with the PSW108 but I’ve read/seen some positive feedback. With that said, I would expect the PSW108 to outperform this little sub. If I’m totally honest, I felt the Pioneer Subwoofer was the weak link in the chain. It’s totally fine for a smaller room, if you don’t need to hit reference levels. I would be scouring the used sites to find a used, quality, subwoofer. Brands like SVS, HSU, PSA, Rythmik, Martin Logan, B&W et. There are usually a couple really good deals in my area at any given time.

@mynorescalante718

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro 👊, this was very helpful.

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

Happy to help! Feel free to share any used subs you find and I will let you know what sub would have more output and higher quality bass, based on the specs:)

My biggest problem with the PC 600 series is the subwoofer. I really dislike that it doesn't have an always on switch/position. It falls asleep very easily during long quiet periods of movies and games, and doesn't wake up when the receiver is turned on. I sold the subwoofer and bought an SVS SB-1000 subwoofer. It has an always on switch position, and sounds a lot better than the Def Tech subwoofer!

I just picked up the sub from this system at a thrift store for $17.50! I haven't decided if I like it yet or not. It's definitely louder and punchier, but doesn't sound as smooth or deep...but I'm also still trying to get everything dialed in. I'd be going from a 12" sub, but only 150w (Infinity HTS-20SUB). It seems like it should be an upgrade, but replacing a 12 with an 8 just doesn't seem like it, lol.

@blazermdx

Жыл бұрын

That’s such a crazy price, congrats! One thing about this hobby is that it’s always best to test equipment in your room, especially subwoofers. This 8” trying to compete with a Infinity 12” sub is going to be an uphill battle but at that price, it was definitely worth testing for yourself:)

@lightfantastik

Жыл бұрын

@@blazermdx I like it. So far I've stuck with it.

can you comment more on the sound quality of the sub? I am looking for a super small sub, and it seems these 600/800 Pro Subs are very good for the money. Would have to spend double to get better?

@blazermdx

3 жыл бұрын

These little subwoofers are pretty hard to beat for the money, especially on the 2nd hand market. The bass is nice and punchy and goes fairly deep, especially considering the smaller size. If you’re shopping used, be sure to keep an eye out for the Definitive Technology Supercube subwoofers, which are a step up over the Prosub lineup. Both are good though. Thanks for stopping and for taking the time to comment!

@ivanaguilar8314

3 жыл бұрын

Man i have the ProSub800 and its nice!

Is it best to hook these up to a 4-0hm or 8-ohm setting? I ask because my Denon can be adjusted to accommodate multiple impedances. Or should I jus leave it be? Thank you

@blazermdx

Жыл бұрын

Sorry for the delay! If your Denon is switchable, I’d leave it at 8ohm, for these speakers. I’d also verify in the Denon manual online but I’m almost positive 8ohms is correct.

@ryant75

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for getting back. Yes 8ohm was correct. Still learning my receiver is a challenge 🤪

I believe there aluminum not titanium just letting you know I could be wrong but I think it’s on the website great review as always tho!!

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

Quinton Ford You are absolutely correct! Someone mentioned this to me earlier on. I was going to go in and update the description but I forgot. I will jump on that update now. Thank you for the note, my friend!

Hi Average Guy Hi-Fi. I am on the market for a budget 2.1 setup for my PC and would appreciate your opinion. The options are: 1) Klipsch Promedia 2.1 2) Edifier S350DB 3) LG CM4590. All 3 are in the $100-$150 range when on sale. What are your thoughts?

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

Hello! I will be totally honest, I only have experience with the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 and it was a couple generations older than the current version, if you are buying new. That Edifer looks to be pretty interesting, especially at that price. The LG looks like it would look be loud but I have never owned any LG speakers. That set has potential but you won’t find much talk about LG on the audio forums. Again, they might be good and I have no experience. With all that said, what are you looking for? Loud, quality, heavy bass or all of the above? I might check my local market, if I was you, to see what’s available before I pulled the trigger. Here’s a set of AudioEngine A5+ (look them up) for $100. seattle.craigslist.org/see/ele/d/seattle-audioengine-5-amplified/7081927130.html Just a thought:) Oh, now to your question. If I had to choose between those I would probably lean towards the Edifier, going off the reviews and the reviewed build quality. Here’s a great review from one of my favorite speaker reviewers: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nXyTj6yqkaTZf6Q.html

@riceoobxg

4 жыл бұрын

​@@blazermdx Hi! Much of what I listen to are vocals and acoustics. Nothing bass heavy. However, I do play PC games and watch movies from time to time so that's when the subwoofer comes in. I am looking for full sound, accurate reproduction, on the warm side, wide soundstage, very detailed but somewhat forgiving and not overly bright. Does not need to be loud. It should be clear enough for the faintest instruments/details to come through without increasing the volume. I don't have any experience with receivers/amps which is why I'm looking at powered bookshelf monitors with subwoofer out. Then again, I don't have any experience with bookshelf speakers either. There are so many! I wish there was a place I can go to listen to them all. I didn't know the AudioEngine A5+ amplified can be had for $100! Would that be your ultimate pick? Background: My car had Mark Levinson so that's what I became accustomed to. My new car has Bose Centerpoint, 5.1 surround sound decoding, active noise cancelling but I find it to be noticeably inferior to the Mark Levinson. I've used the same set of Logitech 5.1 PC speakers for 17 years but now that I've moved on to laptops instead of desktop computers, I no longer have a dedicated sound card to output proper 5.1 audio. That's one reason why I'm moving on to a new 2.1 setup. The other reason is I figure 2 good/large speakers will sound better than 5 mediocre/small ones. For headphones, I have a large collection of multi driver balanced armature IEMs. But due to earwax buildup, my doctor suggested that I stop using IEMs. Now I use AKG K701 open back. As for home theater, I don't have a proper setup yet. That's why I subscribed to your channel ;-) Thinking about Klipsch 2.1 or 5.1 or the new Klipsch wireless home theater with individual amps built into each wireless unit. That new Dolby Atmos stuff are pretty intriguing as well but $$$$. Much thanks for your reply and advice. I wish your KZread channel all the best!

I've seen a demonstration of how aluminum is better than titanium but don't know about titaniums benefits over aluminum.

Passive radiators do work similar to a port. Who ever told you they expand the volume of the enclosure was misinformed.

Hi... Make comparison Vs Klipsch

are you in the home theater fb groups?

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

I am on Youthman’s FB group, along with Home Theater Enthusiasts and Show Me Your HT. I post on those forums regularly as my name, not Average Guy Hi-Fi. I didn’t want to self-promote my channel so I’ve kept them separated. Which groups are you a member of?

actually, the model # is 6d

Wat crossover did u use for those satellites speakers

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

With those little 3 1/4 woofers, I crossed them over at 120hz.

The entry level Pro Cinema 600 series blows away ANYTHING Bose makes for a fraction of Bose’s outrageous prices.

@Eduar_Tribuno

Жыл бұрын

No

Price

🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you again for the support, 49ers!

Nope, that's the new number. You're right, they were formally dubbed 600. Sorry.

@blazermdx

3 жыл бұрын

It’s easy to get model numbers crossed up in this hobby, my friend. Ask me how I know😆 Cheers!

ALL FOR $180???? What a deal!!!!!!!!!!!

@winstonsmiththx1138

3 жыл бұрын

I live in Chicago and just got this set in perfect condition for $100. I'm glad we have a strong craigslist here.

it's just so unfair to compare to bigger speakers, then it says nothing about the sound quality of these.

I need a Receiver to power these?? Idk much about home theater setups. I got these for free from some dude☠️😂

@anthonyvaughn8960

3 жыл бұрын

Yes or course you would need a receiver or a amp to run them Maybe you can get a free receiver from the same person?

@lilsaysothe1st

3 жыл бұрын

@@anthonyvaughn8960 sayless and ima just purchase a tested receiver off eBay💯 I appreciate it.🙌🏼🙏🏼

@anthonyvaughn8960

3 жыл бұрын

@@lilsaysothe1st There are some speakers out there that are called active speakers. These type of speakers has a amp build inside them. Audioengine A5+ I use to use

You mains speakers are too low ! Compared to the center speaker position !! You always need to check the manufacturer speaker manual , to see how close the center speaker and mains speaker should be ! To get the best sound ! You don't know what you are doing !!!

7 out of ten is bs

@blazermdx

4 жыл бұрын

That’s MY score in this set, using the last 20 years of buying, testing and selling home audio equipment. What would your score have been? Not saying MY score is correct, that’s not the point of this channel, just sharing my impressions on a wide variety of audio gear to try and help fellow audio junkies out there:) Thanks for stopping by!