Changing my subwoofer setup to a DIY one that I'm working on. The NHT are absolutely wonderful - I just want to try something of my own.
Two really good looking 14" cubes with an excellent aluminum cone subwoofer inside, combined with the amplifier that's made for them - with both connected it can drive them to exactly their maximum and no higher. NHT A1 amplifier has power and auto-on, but no other controls - it was made to go with their X1 crossover BUT anyone using a modern home theater receiver with room correction can use this. You just plug in the amplifier from the sub out as per usual, and the two subwoofers to the amplifier (in parallel, just connect both subwoofers to the same output, or daisy chain from the amp to the sub to the other sub), and then run the receiver's room correction to get used to it. I suggest putting the subwoofers in the corners to maximize the free boundary reinforcement.
Here is a current ad for a single W2 subwoofer for $200, so price is firm and more than fair.
https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649395119-nht-w2-passive-sub-single/This is for local pickup in Los Angeles only - I'm not packing two 40 lbs. subwoofers and also a heavy amplifier and shipping it across the country, sorry!
If you have any audio questions let me know - I'm very into audio and probably know the answer!
Photos aren't mine (but everything looks the same, as it is the same).
Cheers,
Tal
W2 subwoofer specifications (from
https://nht.growsites.net/products/11100-evolution-w2):
System Type : Acoustic suspension subwoofer
Drivers: 12" aluminum cone (1 per enclosure), high excursion.
System Power : N/A – Use A1 and X1
Peak Acoustic Output @1M: 112dB SPL using A1 and X1
Frequency Response: 26Hz-140Hz. +/- 3dB using A1 and X1
Input Connectors : custom 5-way binding posts.
Dimensions: 14”H x 14"W x 14"D
Weight: 38lbs each
Finish: Anthracite matte lacquer
A1 amplifier specifications (from
https://nht.growsites.net/products/11194-a1-mono-amplifier?category_id=1964922-vintage):
The A-1 is a workhorse amplifier designed for a number of applications.
It is a full range amplifier useful for powering subwoofers, bi-amping large speakers or used in conjunction with a good preamp.
20Hz – 20kHz.
Power Rating: 250W (6 ohms)
2.25”H x 17”W x 11”D
18 lbs.
