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Post by scubadiver on Sept 13, 2015 22:13:21 GMT -5
Just purchased a new sub.... HSU ULS-15 MK2Hsu just released this updated sub a few weeks ago... Was looking for a high-value sealed 15" sub with XLR connections - so I grabbed it. So far, I love it. Fills my room with clean bass. Movies and music have never sounded so good - and I have yet to re-run my DIRAC setup. As I was hoping, and why I wanted XLR ports, the XLR connection completely eliminated my ground-loop hum (previously only eliminated by expensive filters on my RCA cables...) The fit and finish are superb (I purchased satin black)..... The magnetic grill is super cool - I've never seen one before, and had no idea it had one, so it was a nice surprise! Additionally, it was packaged very well, shipped the day I bought it, and it arrived at my house in perfect condition. If there are people out there looking for a sealed sub, take a look at this one. If you are familiar with Hsu subs, the ULS-15 MK2 was updated by sharing many of the same components with their monster ported sub, the VTF-15H MK2. For the MK2 version, they dropped the wireless connections, increased the power, and lowered the price by a few hundred dollars. Its now only $779. I will definitely be buying another one.... |
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Post by novisnick on Sept 13, 2015 22:22:25 GMT -5
That looks great, and at a very competitive price. Nice to see that they relize we're not made of money. Can't wait for more reviews and some from others that are subaholics!!
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Post by vcautokid on Sept 13, 2015 23:12:32 GMT -5
Congrats Scubadiver, I think Dr. Poh Hsu is doing some great work. I have been following him since the beginning, had a early Sub of his. The Latest ones are truly amazing products. Value is always in the equation. They sound amazing, you don't need to be a rocket scientist to keep them happy, and look to be made to last for the long haul. I definitely feel HSU Research is one of the great ones for the listening enthusiast out there who needs, and wants a Subwoofer without necessarily the Stack of tall money.
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Post by lehighvalleyjeff on Sept 13, 2015 23:39:05 GMT -5
HSU is a very well-respected name in the sub world. I've never had the pleasure of auditioning it but for the price I think you made a great choice and I hope to hear more about it once you get it integrated into your system. Congrats!
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Post by jdaddabbo on Jul 11, 2016 15:02:12 GMT -5
I still use my HSU HRSW-12VA subwoofer, purchased back in late 2006, out in my 25x30x9 garage (conditioned space) matted to a pair of Infinity Primus P160's x-over at 80hz through a Harman Kardon AVR-745 and sourced by both a Logitech Squeezebox Duet and Pioneer Elite CD/LaserDisc player. Yup, all OLD stuff and ALL of it is still kicking!!!
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Post by geebo on Jul 11, 2016 15:14:00 GMT -5
Just purchased a new sub.... HSU ULS-15 MK2Hsu just released this updated sub a few weeks ago... Was looking for a high-value sealed 15" sub with XLR connections - so I grabbed it. So far, I love it. Fills my room with clean bass. Movies and music have never sounded so good - and I have yet to re-run my DIRAC setup. As I was hoping, and why I wanted XLR ports, the XLR connection completely eliminated my ground-loop hum (previously only eliminated by expensive filters on my RCA cables...) The fit and finish are superb (I purchased satin black)..... The magnetic grill is super cool - I've never seen one before, and had no idea it had one, so it was a nice surprise! Additionally, it was packaged very well, shipped the day I bought it, and it arrived at my house in perfect condition. If there are people out there looking for a sealed sub, take a look at this one. If you are familiar with Hsu subs, the ULS-15 MK2 was updated by sharing many of the same components with their monster ported sub, the VTF-15H MK2. For the MK2 version, they dropped the wireless connections, increased the power, and lowered the price by a few hundred dollars. Its now only $779. I will definitely be buying another one.... Great sub at a great price. An incredible value. Did you ever get a second one? |
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Post by wilburthegoose on Oct 8, 2017 10:24:13 GMT -5
Hi - do you still have your HSU subwoofer, and are you liking it?
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Post by jdaddabbo on Oct 8, 2017 11:20:42 GMT -5
Question for me or for ScubaDiver  I never did get a second HSU HRSW-12VA subwoofer, however it is doing pretty good out there in the garage. Certainly better than without. Since then I obtained a pair of SVS CS-ULTRAs (w/outboard amp and crossover, and also now quite dated). Waiting for the new Emotiva RMC-1 with it's ability to independently control THREE Subwoofers (or will it be FOUR?). As I'd like to make the switch to Sealed subwoofers, although the SVS PB16 Ultra may change that (more homework to do on that front). |
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Post by wilburthegoose on Oct 8, 2017 11:28:20 GMT -5
@jadaddabbo -
I heard a demo of the SVS PB16 at World Wide Stereo (metro Philly). It was a big demo with SVS big-wigs present. I currently have an old SVS PC-Ultra sub. But the demo underwhelmed me. To me, the SVS sounded "muddy".
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Post by jdaddabbo on Oct 8, 2017 13:19:03 GMT -5
Well, with Subwoofers the 'setup' is Oh so important (as is seating position a bit). There is simply no way that the Top of the Line subwoofers from SVS (or HSU) sound muddy. However, I have no doubt that a given 'setup' has it sounding 'muddy' (so many 'setups' do just that, and YES even so called high-end setups).
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Post by scubadiver on Oct 9, 2017 8:36:19 GMT -5
Hi - do you still have your HSU subwoofer, and are you liking it?
Yes... Still have it. And I still love it... ZERO regrets. Other than acoustical room treatments, it was the best upgrade I've ever made to my theater.
And equally important - I've had no issues with it.
I always planned on purchasing a second, but just not sure I need it.... I really does a great job.
Still might buy it "just to see what happens..." Who knows!
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Post by geebo on Oct 9, 2017 9:16:05 GMT -5
Hi - do you still have your HSU subwoofer, and are you liking it?
Yes... Still have it. And I still love it... ZERO regrets. Other than acoustical room treatments, it was the best upgrade I've ever made to my theater.
And equally important - I've had no issues with it.
I always planned on purchasing a second, but just not sure I need it.... I really does a great job.
Still might buy it "just to see what happens..." Who knows!
I wound up with two of them myself even though one would have likely been plenty. But the two of them leave nothing to be desired as far as I'm concerned. They are nice sounding, tight and capable of 16Hz in room output. Love 'em. |
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Post by simpleman68 on Oct 9, 2017 11:22:02 GMT -5
Hi - do you still have your HSU subwoofer, and are you liking it?
...Still might buy it "just to see what happens..." Who knows! Do it! I'm up to 3 now. 2 in the 2ch room and 1 in the theater across from my Seaton. These things just bring the boom while still being quite musical. Scott |
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Post by scubadiver on Oct 9, 2017 11:34:39 GMT -5
...Still might buy it "just to see what happens..." Who knows! Do it! I'm up to 3 now. 2 in the 2ch room and 1 in the theater across from my Seaton. These things just bring the boom while still being quite musical. Scott
Curious... When you say "across from my Seaton", did you place the HSU in the rear of the room? Because that's what I was thinking of doing...
(Never had two subs before, so part of the fun of buying #2 would be experimenting w/ room placement.... )
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Post by simpleman68 on Oct 9, 2017 11:42:20 GMT -5
Do it! I'm up to 3 now. 2 in the 2ch room and 1 in the theater across from my Seaton. These things just bring the boom while still being quite musical. Scott
Curious... When you say "across from my Seaton", did you place the HSU in the rear of the room? Because that's what I was thinking of doing...
(Never had two subs before, so part of the fun of buying #2 would be experimenting w/ room placement.... )
My theater is 19' wide X 36' deep but they sound very good on the sidewalls about 1/3 of the way of the distance from the screen wall. The other position that sounds good is at the 1/3 and 2/3 postion. Every room is unique enough that you'll want to do the sub crawl and see what sounds optimal in your room. Lots of good YT vids on the sub crawl if you aren't familiar with it.  Scott Scott |
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Post by LuisV on Oct 9, 2017 14:17:04 GMT -5
My theater is 19' wide X 36' deep but they sound very good on the sidewalls about 1/3 of the way of the distance from the screen wall. The other position that sounds good is at the 1/3 and 2/3 postion. Every room is unique enough that you'll want to do the sub crawl and see what sounds optimal in your room. Lots of good YT vids on the sub crawl if you aren't familiar with it. Scott Scott Glad that HSU VTF-15H is treating you well. |
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Post by vneal on Oct 9, 2017 16:50:47 GMT -5
It costs nothing to move your sub around and listen. I find a pair sound best side by side to my main speakers. Every room is different
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Post by MusicHead on Oct 9, 2017 16:58:36 GMT -5
It costs nothing to move your sub around and listen. I find a pair sound best side by side to my main speakers. Every room is different It may just cost your back with a 15incher 😂😂😂 |
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Post by gus4emo on Oct 9, 2017 19:05:05 GMT -5
I love my vtf15 mk2, use it strictly for movies, have an Outlaw EX for music, love it as well. ...
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I never did get a second HSU HRSW-12VA subwoofer, however it is doing pretty good out there in the garage. Certainly better than without. Since then I obtained a pair of SVS CS-ULTRAs (w/outboard amp and crossover, and also now quite dated). Waiting for the new Emotiva RMC-1 with it's ability to independently control THREE Subwoofers (or will it be FOUR?). As I'd like to make the switch to Sealed subwoofers, although the SVS PB16 Ultra may change that (more homework to do on that front). 
