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Best subwoofer to pair up with mackie thump15s

Salvadoreno-DJ-Junior 8:11 PM - 22 January, 2017
I been having the mackie thump15s for a year or so now and I got a event where i feel I might need a sub. The venue im djing (based on the client) can fit 150-200 people. Any ideas on the best sub for my situation?
Salvadoreno-DJ-Junior 8:13 PM - 22 January, 2017
By the way, not looking to spend more then 600$...Max:650$
577er 9:19 PM - 22 January, 2017
Can't think of a good sub for that price. I'd rent a quality sub rather than buying something crappy.
DJ Reflex 11:48 PM - 22 January, 2017
Yeah - $650 for a sub is not going to get you much.

There are plenty of threads on this forum with great subwoofer advice. Do a quick search and you'll find what you're looking for.
ninjagaijin 7:04 AM - 23 January, 2017
My co promoter spent around that on a 15" sub recently and it's pretty piss poor. You need at least one (preferably two) double 18" to push enough bass for bass heavy music for a 100-200 person room from my (albeit limited) experience.

It does suck to spend half the cost of a shitty sub to hire a half decent small PA for a night (then factor in transport costs and can end up being pretty much the same cost..) so sometimes bang for buck could mean it is worth buying a piece and trying to find a friend with another to loan, then buying more when can afford.

If it's a one time only thing though rental is the best option for decent sound.

www.bounceaudio.com.au I was looking at the QSC stuff myself when considering hiring
Salvadoreno-DJ-Junior 3:50 PM - 23 January, 2017
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Yeah - $650 for a sub is not going to get you much.

There are plenty of threads on this forum with great subwoofer advice. Do a quick search and you'll find what you're looking for.


Alright then lets say my budget is $1000 any ideas? Also im not looking to rent anything simply because i feel like i might need it for other events!
Salvadoreno-DJ-Junior 3:57 PM - 23 January, 2017
Also any opinions on the Alto TS218S? I seen its exactly $600 but cant seem to find any reviews on it...
http://sera.to/~id:6176685 4:55 PM - 23 January, 2017
Take a look at the Presonus ULT 18.

One of the most underrated subs on the market.

www.presonus.com
DJ Val-BKNY11203 5:20 PM - 23 January, 2017
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Yeah - $650 for a sub is not going to get you much.

There are plenty of threads on this forum with great subwoofer advice. Do a quick search and you'll find what you're looking for.


Alright then lets say my budget is $1000 any ideas? Also im not looking to rent anything simply because i feel like i might need it for other events!


EV EKX 18SP is the best deal in the $1000 range.
desmorider 9:14 PM - 23 January, 2017
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Take a look at the Presonus ULT 18.

One of the most underrated subs on the market.

www.presonus.com



What makes it so underrated? 45hz-250hz freq response is not very impressive.
HighTopFade 12:33 AM - 24 January, 2017
Closeout price for the JBL PRX718XLF is about $750 at Guitar Center.
Salvadoreno-DJ-Junior 1:06 AM - 24 January, 2017
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JBL PRX718XLF


New? cause i checked it out and cant find anything under $800
JDforKing 3:02 AM - 24 January, 2017
check this out

www.ebay.com
HighTopFade 3:13 AM - 24 January, 2017
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JBL PRX718XLF


New? cause i checked it out and cant find anything under $800


I'm pretty sure it WAS $749. Cause I was actually thinking of buying it.

www.guitarcenter.com

$799 isn't too bad.
ninjagaijin 9:35 AM - 25 January, 2017
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check this out

www.ebay.com


I have only used EV mics so far in my experience but thinking they would make some quality speakers/combos too