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Dunno if they fit but these: https://www.amazon.com/SVS-SoundPath-Subwoofer-Isolation-System/dp/B00NCSQ5GK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=36AE32V512V3S&keywords=SVS+isolating&qid=1661259256&sprefix=svs+isolating%2Caps%2C127&sr=8-1
I assume they work, although I use them on a 1200w PB4000 subwoofer sitting on a carpeted concrete floor so who knows. Either way I cannot hear the floor rattling, the rattling windows drowns that out.
You can use a module like this, which has internal memory that you load mp3 files onto. These MP3 files are named 001, 002, 003, etc. The module has a set of pins on it, that when energized will play the corresponding file name out it's Aux jack, which would either feed into your stereo or though a separate dedicated speaker.
The crudest, and perhaps most simplest way to control this is limiting your choice to one sound or two, and using relays to activate the pins with whatever 12V source you have when the vehicle starts, engages an certain implement, whatever. I've used this solution in the past, the only draw back is it requires a little bit of tinkering and electrical experience to pull off, although not much.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XRB72H9/
There may be a better, more turn-key solution out there but I am not aware of it.
I'm surprised more people haven't mentioned this.
There are products for this situation
Either of those should make a significant difference if OP is getting vibrations in his walls without impacting the neighbors perceived sound.
The best part of the amp is you can connect any sub you like to it. The Sonos sub wouldn’t make sense for you because some of the cost is due to the wireless connectivity you wouldn’t be using.
If you don’t want the bass travelling through the house, your best option is a sealed design and not a ported.
Additionally, sub isolation feet like these: https://www.amazon.ca/SVS-SoundPath-Subwoofer-Isolation-Pack/dp/B00NCSQ5GK go a long way to eliminate the rattling and general unwanted travel of bass sound to other areas of the home. They’re really great.
In your circumstance I would not use the Sonos sub. You can get much better performance for the same money, or save a bunch.
Good luck! Let us know if you have any more questions.
I have a pair and love them as well. I went with a purify amp as the price difference wasnt much more than the Hypex.
If you are interested in replacing the pads your towers are currently on you can buy two of these kits. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NCSQ5GK/
You also need eight M8-1.25x35mm bolts if you want to use the SVS pads. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZF6KT8C
I have the same one, got it at Walmart for like $125 if I recall. Do yourself a favor and get the SVS SoundPath Subwoofer Isolation feet. Congrats on the new sub!
You need to get the sub off the floor with isolation feet. Something like these:
https://www.amazon.com/SVS-SoundPath-Subwoofer-Isolation-System/dp/B00NCSQ5GK/
The next step is to put pressure on different places in the case to see if it reduces the resonance further. I'd recommend glue + screw in some 3/4" or 1" square pine at diagonals in the problem sections.
I have the same one, got it at Walmart for like $115 if I recall. Do yourself a favor and get the SVS SoundPath Subwoofer Isolation feet. Congrats on the new sub!
I have these which supposedly help with keeping the noise isolated. I am in a corner unit and don't have anyone directly on the other side of the wall which helps.
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Do you have a picture of your current set up with the Polks?
things like this wont work too ?
SVS SoundPath Subwoofer Isolation System
and , any subs recommendation ?
What you want to do can probably be done with any Arduino/microcontroller like an Arduino nano. I recently got one of these things from Amazon, which will do everything you want with only a speaker and power source, but it's a tad large for a keychain.
Get the SVS isolation feet.
SVS SoundPath Lot de 4 systèmes d'isolation pour caisson de basses https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00NCSQ5GK/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_g_56V9VM6TV728WMHQGVJ1
That's what I have on both my PB2000 Pro and they are great for decoupling.
Sorry I forgot to put that in the post. The car is a 2017 Nissan Altima and here is the link to what i got:
You really have a resource for everything! I think that could work. I’m fitting it in a Kallax and was going to use isolation feet so it might be just Half an inch too tall, but this is pretty awesome that I could get a 10” sub in a compact unit. Wondering if I should try to squeeze it. Really appreciate the input there. Now, last step before I purchase is wires. I guess it’s recommended to get a huge spool and cut wires as opposed to individual ones
And since you live in an appartment i HIGHLY advice you to get some isolating feet for the subwoofer or your neighbours are going to murder you when you sleep.
These are good.
https://www.amazon.com/SVS-SoundPath-Subwoofer-Isolation-System/dp/B00NCSQ5GK
With a tile floor you might also try the isolation feet:
You should try the SVS Sound Path Isolation feet. It not only removes the vibration but make the bass sound more crisp. I have them on my r-120sw
https://www.amazon.com/SVS-SoundPath-Subwoofer-Isolation-System/dp/B00NCSQ5GK
No worries at all, this stuff gets... complicated, and often confused by products that charge more than they deliver.
I have a smaller version of the IsoAcoustics stand, designed for bookshelf speakers. They are very nice, and work well. My only concern is the size, I would be afraid of my sub tipping. Perhaps I would get two.
The expensive one is very nice, but you're overpay for the wood and nice brass feet.
You could buy a small butcher block like this: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Swaner-Hardwood-Finished-Maple-1-5-ft-L-x-25-in-D-x-1-5-in-T-Butcher-Block-Countertop-with-Square-Edge-OLIA6SM2518V/314259816
And attach some nice isolation feet like these: https://www.amazon.com/SVS-SoundPath-Subwoofer-Isolation-System/dp/B00NCSQ5GK/
But this brings me back around to question 1: Why put the sub on a stand in the first place? Directly on the floor is the most ideal spot for a sub generally speaking.
It would drive me crazy if I could hear someone's subwoofer, and I would have zero tolerance for someone using a sub at any hour of the day. Subs and apartments just don't mix.
However, as a complete hypocrite, I live in an apartment and I have two subs....
But, I use SVS sound insulation pucks to dampen the sound, along with turning up the LFC option on my Denon receiver.
I also bought small "musical" subs, the B&W ASW608, that just round out the low end. I want to hear low notes, rather than feel them. When I ever buy a house, I'll get something larger to shake the room. That's the trade-off I make.
My SVS PB12 arrives Friday and I cannot wait. I ended up buying the SVS Soundpath to get the subwoofer isolated since I have laminate flooring. Just to check it out I put my HTIB subwoofer on the isolation pads and played a few scenes that my sub always tends to rattle and sound horrible if I have the volume too high. It made a huge difference. My sub actually kind of got through the scenes without sounding so terrible. When the PB12 arrives I'll definitely be putting it on these.
I also upgraded my LCR speakers to Micca RB42 and RB42C this year. I have been happy. I was going to jump on the KEF Q150 sale but I realized my subwoofer is the reason my audio isn't as great as it could be. This is my first real subwoofer and it took a while to convince myself to spend this much vs a Dayton 1500 or BIC Acoustech PLII or even that Infinity sub posted around these threads.
I have a hardwood floor, and I have rugs down, but not under the speakers. I would never use spikes.
SVS makes some of the best isolation feet and they are cheap AF. B/W used to come with some nice rubber feet, and they did a great job on my old CM4s when I had them hooked up.
The hifi shop where I hear all the statement stuff costing a mortgage, they have them setup on wheeled platforms in carpeted rooms. That way they can easily move them about for demos, but also experiment with placement. I have not noticed this causing any issue in sound. Not everything is on a platform, just the most expensive stuff.
Like, you don't need to spend a bunch of money. These will do just as well as anything, and maybe better than most, if you want to set a speaker on a hardwood floor.
There are a ton of options available on amazon. I’ll be purchasing these SVS isolation feet for a PB-1000 when I buy it in the next few weeks. I live in an apartment so I’m in the same boat.
You could try to decouple the sub you have with spikes, feet ( SVS soundpath $50 ), or a subwoofer mat $60
Try adding in an area rug if you don't have one.
Turn it down and/or try to readjust your system. You could be running the sub higher than it needs.
Do you have the SVS isolation system? Been looking at the SVS SB-1000 and doing near-field (also in an apartment)...but honestly worried its going to annoy the neighbors
These are made by SVS for their subs, but probably would work for most spikes:
I managed to scrape some more money together and have decided to do a budget 5.1 setup.
So far, I am thinking of doing this:
(4x) MB42x as fronts and rears
(1x) MB42x-C center channel
(1x) Dayton Audio SUB-1000 (or spend the tiny bit extra for the 1200?)
(1x) Denon AVR-S510BT or Yamaha RX-V381BL
The non-C center channel is about half the cost here in Canada however so I was thinking of maybe grabbing that instead. Would it still be timbre matched? I looked into the crossover upgrade kit and it looks like there is no way for me to get it shipped here. Not sure if spending double for the speaker to get the crossover already installed is worth it.
As far as getting the sub goes, I figure I can keep it turned down enough to not bother my neighbours too much. I am on the top floor so I was also thinking of getting the SVS SoundPath Subwoofer Isolation System as I understand it would decouple the subwoofer from the floor and not transmit sound as much to my neighbors. Subdudes are insanely overpriced here in Canada.
Thanks for all your help so far.
I second the Dayton Sub 1200 as a viable option to upgrade. If you have the space for it it's a good way to go with your budget. If you're having a rattle problem you might need to consider upgrading the feet to a set of SVS soundpath or Vibrapods to reduce the vibrations being sent out from the sub. Just a thought.
Normally bass is bass but if you can disconnect the sub from the floor ( think SVS soundpath for instance ) then you can reduce the vibrations of the sub transmitting down.
I think in your case I would almost rather run duals (if you can) that way you eliminate dead spots in the larger room. The one sub might have to be turned up a bit more to make the same impact in the larger room that you're working with. My brother had a nasty dead spot on one side of the couch that was easily fixed when he when duals. If you were sitting in that spot the system just sounded "weak" due to the lack of low end. After the duals he was able to turn down the subs on the AVR because you could hear bass everywhere on the seating position.
However, at the end of the day bass is going to travel so just be courteous. Keep it down to a reasonable level after about 9pm and maybe turn the bass down a few dB for as long as you're in that apt. Making friends with your neighbors is also helpful in the long run.
I just installed these on my subwoofer last week, It does seem to isolate the vibrations a bit... I've never received a complaint prior but I figure it can't hurt to be too careful! http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NCSQ5GK/