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Solid, Clean, Smooth, Effortless (March 09, 2010)
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Reviewed By: Frank B. - Aptos, CA
Many long years ago in a galaxy far, far away? I was an avid audiophile. Then, gradually other life pressures began to take priority and my interests waned and I ended up with simple consumer-grade equipment.
Finally, it was time to upgrade to a large HDTV and, of course, I needed a proper sound system to go with it. I chose a Sony STR-DA5300ES receiver with Klipsch RFRC 52 speakers with S3 surrounds. Anchoring my choices is this SW450 subwoofer, my first subwoofer.
Im impressed, very impressed. First, it provides a solid depth to the sound without being obvious. Good sound should be heard but not noticed, and this does exactly that. This subwoofer rounds out and completes the total sonic image without being showy or obtrusive about it. Even when the levels are deliberately adjusted too high, it doesnt boom or overpower, it just transparently does its job.
Many subwoofers tend to sound too tight, like a strained voice. The full bass from the SW450 is deep and smooth with no trace of constraint or effort. Its simply there.
Hook-up was trivial with power and low-level signal. The power switch is three position on-off-auto. Contrary to recommendations to use on for some program material, auto worked fine, always powering up when needed and never missing a beat, even when just watching a little light TV at low levels.
Great product, great value, great service from VANNS the perfect trifecta!
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Amazing! (February 20, 2010)
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Reviewed By: Joel W. - Bechtelsville, PA
First time Vanns shopper, and boy am I impressed by their service and price! No need to look anywhere else next time I am looking for AV gear.
This sub packs a lot of punch. The quality and tightness of bass produced by this unit is amazing. Dont forget to get a good quality sub cable with your order. Buy this unit you wont be disappointed. Klipsch fan for life.
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Great subwoofer (February 11, 2010)
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Reviewed By: Adam W. - Birmingham, MI
This is a great product.
Lots of power, but fully adjustable.
Really like the feature that puts in into standby low power mode when not used for 5 minutes.
East to setup.
The only thing I'd complain about is they should have put the volume and other controls at the top of the back of the woofer not near the bottom. They are hard to reach for an easy adjustment and would have been easier ot reach if near the top.