Reddit mentions of Dayton Audio SUB-800 8" 80 Watt Powered Subwoofer

I bet they're absolute trash.

https://www.amazon.com/Micca-COVO-S-Compact-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B00N8265I8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1498973961&sr=8-1&keywords=micca+covo-s

These will sound way better

And when you save up you can get a real subwoofer.

https://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1498974072&sr=1-1&keywords=dayton+audio+sub+800

To build a system using the minimum recommendations from this sub, let's start with this diagram: http://i.imgur.com/Z8FMJ.png
DAC is optional, so is a subwoofer but I recommend one.

DAC: Behringer UCA202 $29.99 Link: http://amzn.com/B000KW2YEI

Amplifier: SMSL SA-50 $68.99 Link: http://amzn.com/B00F0H8TOC

Subwoofer: Dayton Audio SUB-800 $99.00 Link: http://amzn.com/B0063NU30K

Bookshelf Speakers: Micca MB42X $89.00 Link: http://amzn.com/B00E7H8GG2

Wire: 16-gauge Speaker Wire $8.00 Link: http://amzn.com/B006LW0WDQ

With DAC, this cable: Stereo Male to 2 RCA Male $5 Link: http://amzn.com/B00I0HPK6O

Without DAC, this cable: Monoprice 105597 3-Feet Premium Stereo Male to 2RCA Male $5 Link: http://amzn.com/B0094A1F3S

This is a great starter system, I would have loved to had something like this starting out.
All of these pieces can be upgraded, do your research. Look for sales etc. Good luck and have fun.

There is nothing wrong with your choices except if you have money I would not get the Lepai. Either of the speakers you picked would work fine but I'll give you some other options.

Budget is $250 so lets see how we can spend it.

• SMSL SA-50 $70 Nothing wrong with this guy. That gives us about $180 bucks left for speakers.
  
  
• Option 1 - Fluance XL7S $180 These are the higher series Fluance so I would expect better performance from them. The wife might like the looks too.
  
  
• Option 2 - Philharmonic Affordable Accuracy Monitor $165 These are upgraded versions of the already good Pioneer BS22 speakers.
  
  
• Option 3 - Pioneer BS22 $100 + Dayton 800 sub Right over your budget but would sound great. I know you don't want a sub but I really think you're going to miss out on the low stuff without one. You could also get these without the sub they actually do pretty well on their own.
  
  
• Option 4 - Boston Acoustic XS 2.1 $160 another 2.1 set but with really small speakers. The powered sub included will cover the the low end as the main speakers don't go low at all.
  
  
• Option 5 Energy CB5 $102 + dayton sub above. These are smaller than the Pioneers so you'll need the sub but I think these could also fit the bill.
  

Ok, how about this....
http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/pionvsx530k/pioneer-vsx-530-k-5.1-ch-x-80-watts-bluetooth-a/v-receiver/1.html

Cheapest new AVR youll find= 120$

2 sets of these. Used, very good condition = 70$
https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B009IUIV4A/ref=sr_1_1_olp?ie=UTF8&qid=1496712733&sr=8-1&keywords=mb42

1 of these. Used very good condition = 35$
https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00HH2GINM/ref=sr_1_3_olp?ie=UTF8&qid=1496712733&sr=8-3&keywords=mb42

And 1 of these = 110$ or the sub-1000 for 10$ more
https://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496712905&sr=8-1&keywords=dayton+sub+800

Thats about as good as youll get for 350 for 5.1 that wont sound like total garbage. You can also look at used, but thats a non guaranteed crapshoot.

Studio monitors, or powered monitors in general can work great in a 2.0 or 2.1 system. Broadly, they will be much more "hi-fi" than the Pro Media's will be; but also more expensive, especially when you factor in adding subwoofer.

The Klipsch's run ~$140 retail, and at that price you can begin to build a solid budget 2.1 set up.

There a few good solutions at this point, my personal favorite would be:

• Infinity Primus p143 bookshelf's Sold individually, but when they go on sale on amazon you can get them for 35-40 each ~$80
  
  
• SMSL SA-50 amp ~$70
  
  This puts you @ $150
  
  Adding this sub would get you up to $230 but also complete a system that would be world better than the Klipsch or anyother 2.1 system commonly used for computers.
  
  
• Dayton Sub-800 ~$80
  
  
  

If you can stretch your budget to $280, these would the best option. The JBL's are breathtaking powered monitors for the price: http://www.amazon.com/JBL-Professional-LSR305-Studio-Monitor/dp/B00DUKP37C

A very good powered speaker option for $180: http://www.amazon.com/Audioengine-Premium-Powered-Desktop-Speaker/dp/B000VKEFMS

If you're serious about your budget, you could also do passive speakers:
Lepai 2020 amp ($20): http://www.amazon.com/Lepai-LP-2020A-Tripath-Class-T-Amplifier/dp/B0049P6OTI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413670794&sr=8-1&keywords=lepai+2020

Teac LS-H265 ($90 a pair): http://www.amazon.com/Teac-LS-H265-2-Way-Speaker-System/dp/B004R929AY/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1413670989&sr=1-1&keywords=teac+ls-h265

Those Teacs have pretty punchy bass for its size, but if you find yourself lacking some low end ($90): http://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1413671025&sr=1-1&keywords=dayton+sub+800

The final system is $200 total, or $110 without the subwoofer.

The problem with HTiB subwoofers the subs are passive with a proprietary connector. IE this. You can hack a new powered sub in but you will have to either make a makeshift connector, split it into four wires and wire it to the speaker terminals on a new sub. OR.. You could intersect the wires going to the front speaker and run those through the sub.

This aff-linked 8" Dayton sub is the cheapest I can recommend.

100W peak / 50W rms is the rating of the sub's internal amplifier.

That's a compatible subwoofer, although the Dayton 8" is probably a better choice.

https://smile.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K/

See https://www.reddit.com/r/AverageJoeAudiophile/comments/3w9tdw/i_have_xxxxx_to_spend_what_should_i_buy_subwoofers/ or https://www.reddit.com/r/Zeos/comments/5b1u99/guide_subwoofers/ for more recommendations.

This may be the easiest way for you to get to where you want to go for under $500. Don't forget that you'll need the right piece of furniture (craigslist) and/or speaker stands plus speaker wire. I don't know anything about remotes.

Refurbished AV receiver with 5.1, HDMI, 4K.

Dayton Audio speakers:

Subwoofer.

Mains.

Rear.

Center.

Most AV receivers have a calibration mode and come with an external mic.

They are the speakers labeled SR and SL in this photo. I dont know who gave you those, but call them stupid for it! Since you cant use them on their own without an amplifier, and even worse since they only gave you surround channel speakers (which dont really function on their own)!!! (ok dont actually call them stupid. after all its a gift)

If you want to use them, I would suggest getting two fluance fronts. If you want fulfill the 5.1 surround channel, you could also pick up matching fluance center and a cheap sub like this.

Oh and you'll need speaker wire. And a receiver like this. Overall, if you expect to use these speakers in their intended position, expect to spend minimum of $250 (New). If you wanna save some bucks, go on craiglist or ebay and look for some used receivers. they are dime a dozen and a great bang for the buck.

Just a tip, even if you want to go with a proper setup, but as cheap as possible, here you go.

Receiver: $145

https://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/denavrs530bt/denon-avr-s530bt-5.2-ch-x-70-watts-bluetooth-a/v-receiver/1.html

Fronts and surrounds: $180

https://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2 x 2

Center: $70

https://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-C-Channel-Speaker-Tweeter/dp/B00HHFBEK6?th=1&psc=1

Sub: $90

https://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K

Total: $485

Don’t feel like you have to do it all at once either, if even sub-$500 sounds like a lot. I built my own setup over the course of roughly a year.

Start with a receiver and 2.0. Then add a sub, then a center, then surrounds (or vice-versa).

Edifier R1850DB speakers - $200
https://www.edifier.com/us/en/speakers/r1850db-powered-bookshelf-speakers-subwoofer-out.

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  Dayton SUB-800 - $100
  https://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K?keywords=sub-800&qid=1537408618&sr=8-2&ref=mp_s_a_1_2
  
  = $300

I bought the Topping VX1

I picked this one as it allows me to leave the headset plugged in at all times. There is a button on front with allows me to swap between just my main speakers / just my headset / or playout though both.

For my speakers I am running the high level output to a Dayton Audio SUB-800 8-Inch 80 Watt Powered Subwoofer and then to a pair of Dayton Audio B652 6-1/2-Inch 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers

For some reason he has a good sound card but crappy speakers. That makes me think he likes music/sound? If so, maybe consider new speakers. I would recommend the Micca PB42x speakers with an aux cable, then either buy or make some stands. If he would like a subwoofer too the Dayton Sub-800 with an aux to rca cable can pack some good punch without pissing off the neighbors too much. This setup would be more than enough for the average gamer/music enthusiast. It will be worlds above what he has now. However, if he does any music recording/mixing, maybe head to /r/audiophile or /r/budgetaudiophile for more specific recommendations.

Quick note: surround sound usually doesn't make sense at a desk, but you can certainly add more speakers to what I have listed here if you'd like.

Edit: oh yeah, you'll also want a speaker cable or some speaker wire (if he has wire strippers) to connect the two speakers to eachother.

No need to power the sub as long as you get one with a built in amplifier (most have this).

The wattage rating for amps usually means per channel. So for a stereo amp with 50 watts, you're looking at 50 watts per speaker.

The monoprice stuff is not bad overall. Take a look at Dayton's sub in that price range also, and then for speakers you might look at Pioneer's bookshelf speakers too.

https://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K/ref=sr_1_14?keywords=8”+powered+subwoofer&qid=1562897274&s=gateway&sr=8-14

I have one in my amazon wishlist that I'm still doing research on. Consists of:

Dayton Audio Subwoofer.

Fluance Surround Sound.

Fluance Bookshelf Speakers.

Denon Refurbished Reciever.

It's definitely a work in progress. Still doing research but I'm trying to keep the price down while still getting great bang for buck.

Check out some of the recommendations over in /r/Zeos and posting this question in the /r/Hometheater subreddit. :)

Dayton Audio Sub-800, not too over powering and great with music. Go out from Yamaha to sub then sub to KEF’s with speaker cables.

Dayton Audio SUB-800 8-Inch 80 Watt Powered Subwoofer (Black) http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0063NU30K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_i_IUL9AbJGQEQD7

$99.00 btw (ie ridiculous value)

I listen to lots of jazz and classical music, but I also like bass heavy electronic music and house music.

I think my current plan is to save up for this subwoofer.

Ah, that is what i was afraid of.

You cant just buy another subwoofer for those, you need to get a whole new kit. Its all proprietary connectors and stuff.

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Lucky for you is that you can build a real hifi system for $200.

Amplifier

https://www.amazon.com/Lepai-LP-2020TI-Instruments-TPA3118-Amplifier/dp/B071FJF4FF

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Speakers

https://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2

or

https://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-B652-AIR-Bookshelf-Speaker/dp/B00NOA58RS/

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Subwoofer

https://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K/

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Speaker wire

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-16-Gauge-Speaker-Wire-Feet/dp/B006LW0WDQ/

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Total cost: $204 - 218.

Thanks! If you don't mind, I do have a clarifying question:

Given how close I'll be sitting to the speakers, would the 8" 80 watt model of that subwoofer still be a decent option? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0063NU30K/ref=psdc_172568_t2_B0063NU3AA If/when we move, we're going to keep our shared space--my gaming space with his gaming/crafting/lounging space, so I'm not going to need something that can adapt to a larger area in the future.

It looks like the Mackie monitors already have mini to RCA cables in the box. My soundcard has a dedicated center/sub mini out, so I should be fine just getting an additional mini to RCA for the sub, shouldn't I?

And as an aside, for when I do multiplayer, my soundcard allows me to use the front jack on my computer as a separate audio output--I've just tested that out with some spare headphones and looks like I won't have to give up that split. Right now I run audio to the TV via HDMI and have my headset in one of the mini jacks in back.

In your case I'd build a decent 3.1 system. That should fit the bill nicely. It will be a bit difficult to build through Amazon only. I'll use Amazon where possible.

Receiver $300: http://www.accessories4less.com/make-a-store/item/denavrx1100w/denon-avr-x1100w-7.2-4k-receiver-with-wi-fi-bluetooth-airplay/1.html

L/R speakers $80: http://smile.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1421529477&sr=8-2&keywords=micca

Center channel $40: http://smile.amazon.com/Micca-MB42-C-Channel-Speaker-Tweeter/dp/B00HH2GINM/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1421529477&sr=8-9&keywords=micca

Small sub $99: http://smile.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421529619&sr=8-1&keywords=dayton+subwoofer

This is slightly beyond your budget but I think it's worth it to get the receiver, it's on you can use as a base for a very long time. Good unit.

If you want surround you can add a pair of speakers at a later date, you can get a wireless setup for the surround speakers as well to keep from having to string wire or run it through the walls.

The Dayton Sub 800 should has everyhting you would need and is very affordable. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0063NU30K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_Iq9bzbV755CDT

Dayton makes great subs in 12", 10" and 8" versions. I have the 8" (I think it's the 8"... I'll have to double check) and I love it.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0063NU30K/ref=psdc_172563_t3_B00669L3HS

> Should I worry about the frequencies of the subwoofer overlapping with the frequencies of the speakers?

Nope! A subwoofer will have a dial to change the crossover, so you can fix that.

> what should I look in an amp?

Whatever you want. If you want bluetooth, make sure it has that.

> Any model in particular?

Topping MX3 is good, and SMSL makes good stuff as well.

Also, I'll answer some of your other questions from the post.

> Should I go with 2 active speakers like Kanto YU6 (that has some base in it) or with 2 passive speakers and a subwoofer?

I will pretty much always recommend passives. This way you have more flexibility.

> Can 2 speakers be better or as good as 2 speakers and a subwoofer?

Yes. My main listening setup is a pair of 'bookshelf' speakers. No sub.

> I find long soundbars + subwoofer nice on PCs, any suggestion or thoughts about it?

Absolutely do not get a soundbar. They all sound like garbage.

> Can you please suggest me good setups

Yes I can!

First things first, just a basic amp. I have a few of them and they work well.

I think you should skip a sub, because even the cheapest ones will take up most of your budget. For later once you've saved a bit more, look at this one.

I spent some time looking around for speakers, and I think a pair of Fluances would be your best bet.

Behind that isa pair of Edifier P17, followed by Micca MB42X.

Don't forget speaker cable.

There is this Dayton Audio SUB-800 8-Inch 80 Watt Powered Subwoofer (Black) available though: https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0063NU30K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_alR6CbNRSY5ZN

but I don't know how much better it is to spend extra 5k rupees on it than yamaha. It does have the frequency crossover knob which the sw100 doesn't but sw100 has a 10 inch cone and will deliver more oomphf factor than this Dayton. What do you think u/shoturtle ?

What do you think about this 8" which would basically fit? Good reviews:

Dayton 8” subwoofer https://smile.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K?sa-no-redirect=1

Speakers

Subwoofer/amp combo

You don't have room for a small sub like this that's only like a foot cubed? http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0063NU30K/ None of these bookshelf speakers are capable of producing low bass, only mid-bass.

Used gear, a Denon AVR (that has HDMI), a 10-12" sub, and a decent center + fronts. Your rears can be garbage or even absent at first, very few movies have meaningful use beyond extending certain special effects.

If you want to buy new:

https://www.amazon.com/Denon-AVRS530BT-Channel-Ultra-Receiver/dp/B06XYD1RZ3

https://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K

https://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-Bookshelf-Speakers-Tweeter/dp/B00E7H8GG2

https://www.amazon.com/Micca-MB42X-C-Channel-Speaker-Tweeter/dp/B00HHFBEK6

First upgrade would be rears plus stands for them, then a bigger+better sub, followed by the fronts and centers again.

Doesn't like you've gotten a lot of help so I'll toss a few suggests out there, although getting a decent Bluetooth 2.1 system under $200 is no easy task.

I'll start with the already suggested Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 Bluetooth. It's actually the one of these I've had the fortune of hearing personally. It's also the only that's a complete system in the box. It's not a bad system, but it does have a few drawbacks. First, the system is always in Bluetooth pairing mode. This has been a problem for people living in apartments who have pesky neighbors who connect to them and start playing music. Second, they do sound a little different than the original Klipsch ProMedia 2.1. I wouldn't say they are worse, but they don't have quite the charm in their sound signature that made the ProMedia so popular. Overall I would still the ProMedia 2.1 is a good system in box. But it really can't compete with a proper 2.1 system. By the way, Best Buy has run them on sale a few times now for $99.

On that note, I'll start trying to piece together a few more systems with separate speakers and subs. I'll start with suggesting the now discontinued PreSonus Ceres 3.5BT. They're pretty much the cheapest Bluetooth speakers I can find with a sub-out. They are running about $120 on Amazon right now. That leaves just enough to get this Monoprice sub. You'll also need a cable like this to connect the sub to the speakers. It's not a perfect system, but it's about the best I could piece together and keep it close to $200. I wish you could still get the larger Ceres 4.5BT for $120 but it appears to be sold out most places now. If you could jump up to either the this Monoprice sub or this Dayton one it would probably be worthwhile. You might also find open box stuff cheaper if you shop around.

Would be to get speakers without bluetooth or a subwoofer out like the Swan D1010 or Edifier R1280t. You could them get a sub like the Monoprice 9723 and a bluetooth adapter. You have to connect the bluetooth adapter to the sub and them feed the speakers from the sub. But the time you buy the speakers, sub, bluetooth adapters and cables you're going to be pushing the price into the range of better simpler systems.

There also a few 2.1 systems like the Edifier S350 that are little over budget but might be worth it. Unfortunately reviews on systems like these tend to be scarce.

I have a Presonus Eris 4.5 as speakers. I recently bought Dayton Audio Sub 800 to accompany them. Issue is I don't know how to pair them properly. I think I can wire the "Output to Right Speaker" through the sub and wire the sub output to the other speaker. I checked out this video for the sub and I'm really confused on how to wire them. He has 4 pairs speaker wires connected to the sub but only connecting a single pair of speaker wires for each speaker (with a total of 2). 2 != 4. Can someone point me in the right direction?

They're pretty cheap speakers. You don't have to be an audiophile to hear the difference between cheap computer speakers and proper home audio equipment.
Computer speakers may be all you can afford, as high quality speakers are usually over $100, but at the $200 price range, there are much better choices than computer brand speakers.

If you want simple plug-and-play speakers, these Audioengine A2s are pretty good.

If you want better sound at this price, you can go with a separate amp, speakers, and subwoofer. Dayton Audio is the most cost effective brand at this price point.
Speakers: Dayton Audio B652 ($51.99)
Subwoofer: Dayton Audio SUB-800 ($79.00)
Amplifier: Dayton Audio DTA-1 ($46.95)

This combo will blow away any multimedia speaker set, both in quality and simply how loud it can get. and at $177.94, it's $30 cheaper than the Corsair speakers.

If you're spending more than $100 on speakers, you'd be stupid to get computer/multimedia speakers.

I would go with a simple 2.1 setup and run things through the laptop with Bluetooth or network connectivity.

SMSL SA50 50Wx2 TDA7492 Class D Amplifier

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A2QLGEQ/

Micca MB42X Bookshelf Speakers

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E7H8GG2/

Dayton Audio SUB-800 8-Inch 80 Watt Powered Subwoofer

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0063NU30K/


That comes out to $255 and is a solid set up that you can upgrade with a receiver or center channel and end up with a solid home theater.

For the money I think this is a solid beginner setup.

If you can push the budget, I would highly recommend the SVS SB1000. Great range, really balanced, and has adjustments to blend into virtually any system seamlessly. I haven't tried any true budget subs, so I am of no use there. Considering others reviews, have you looked at the Dayton line of subs? They are very inexpensive and people seem to really enjoy them.

https://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K

http://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-SUB-800-Powered-Subwoofer/dp/B0063NU30K

word on the street is these perform well above their price point. i was going to grab one when i was using those speakers.

Okay, curious about your tips! I'm quite the noob to these custom setups so I have no experience with either.

What's a better suggestion for going by my feet under a PC desk (very up close field)? I don't need thundering bass, just want to backup where the Micca's can't quite finish the job and make my sound whole!

EDIT: Man, this Dayton 8" looks great and has great reviews. The description mentions an amplifier, I assume this has an amp built in too? Do all "powered" subwoofers have an amp, hence the powered? Thus, I can just use RCA's from my left and right RCA output of my audio card to the RCA line in option on the sub and it would be fine and dandy, the sub's built-in amp still works fine and everything that way?

Sorry for the noob questions guys, haha.