Will & gonk: You mean the 950 can't direct the .1 output to the main speakers ? If this is the case I should seriously consider buying a sub. Any recommendation on a sub that goes well with NHT 2.5i (of course besides the NHT subs).
Thanks.
tvd51


[This message has been edited by tvd51 (edited December 03, 2003).]

I highly rec. an SVS or HSU Sub, but the new Outlaw LFM-1 (built w/ help from HSU) is probably a very good place to start looking too. It really depends on your budget. You probably can't go wrong with any of the three, but from personal experience Outlaw and SVS have the best customer service. I recently purchased an SVS PB2+ and though it hasn't arrived yet, I am pretty sure it will be all that I am looking for and more. If not, I can return it much like Outlaws policy.

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Stott

[This message has been edited by stott (edited December 03, 2003).]

I've had my SVS 25-31PCi for about a year and a half now and been extremely satisfied. The LFM-1 does interest me a bit, as well (and my wife even more -- a smaller and much less unusual looking piece of gear than the SVS cylinder). Both should offer excellent value and performance.

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gonk -- Saloon Links | Pre/Pro Comparison Chart | 950 Review

In 6 channel direct, it's not that the 950 doesn't redirect the .1 to the mains, it's the DVD player that lacks the functionality (at least the 2900 lacks it). For DD and DTS streams that go through the DVD player's digital output, the 950 will do the redirect for you.

Any of the above mentioned subs should be fine. Incidentally, an NHT 2.5i owner on http://www.audioreview.com/Main%20Speaker/NHT/PRD_121017_1594crx.aspx found the 2.5i's bass response to be "excellent, going deeper than my previous subwoofers (NHT’s Super Subs), but was able to push the 2.5i’s to their limits in some movies and pieces of classical music. I currently have them crossed over at 40 Hz to a Velodyne HGS-12 subwoofer, just to fill in the bottom octave and protect the speakers from being over-driven. This setup is, so far, virtually bomb-proof. I have not yet been able to over drive it. . ."

If you get a sub don't forget to use a sixth analog cable from your DVD player to your 950.

Best,

Will

[This message has been edited by Will (edited December 03, 2003).]

Thanks for all your comments & ideas. While waiting for buying a new sub, I think I'll direct the .1 signal to my NHT 2.5i using the 7th channel on my PVA7.
tvd51

I have a Pioneer 47Ai connected to the 950’s analog inputs via Cardas cables. I have the BM on the Pioneer all set to large with sub on. I leave the analog crossover switch on the 950 set to on. I have 5 Klipsch speakers and a Velodyne sub. I only use the analog 5.1 direct for DVDA, SACD and critical 2ch stereo listening. On the Pioneer’s digital side, which I mainly use for DD & DTS, I have a Monarchy 24/96 DIP between the Pioneers coax out and the 950’s coax in. I have the 950’s digital crossovers on all speakers set to 80hz with sub on. This configuration works very well for me.

JAMMINJC: How you like the Pioneer 47Ai? That model is one of the universal players on my shopping list along with Denon 2900 and 2200. Thanks.
tvd51

p. elite has a new model dvd player out. no rear view pics though.

tvd51-I really like the 47Ai, it really shines on the high rez stuff and has excellent 480i picture. I don't have a high def tv, so I can't say how its progressive capabilities are. I previously had a Sony 900 player which was very good, but I prefer the Pioneer over it.