Time For An Upgrade? Emotiva RS13 Reference Subwoofer Review

[@Audioholics]

Great review Shane, those subs look pretty killer.

[@reginaldreese6695]

Great review , I currently have a Yamaha NS YSY315 but looking to up grade , my list are 2 SVS PB 16Ultra, or 4 Yamaha NS SW1000 In which I have not seen a good review of the Yamaha yet.

[@reggieburris]

I got my RS13s in and they sound very good. I did buy a Rel HT/1508 for my near field subwoofer which sits behind my couch. The Rel eliminated a null I could not EQ my way out of plus compliments the RS13s. The RS13s are deeper but the Rel hits harder, together they complement one another well. The RS13s are taller but the shorter, wider Rels take up more floor space.

[@GaryPiazza]

Even your review shook my house. Wow!

[@robscorner7012]

I have been so excited to see this product reviewed!

[@bikomwanthi3369]

Shane in your opinion between the Rs13 vs Pb3000, which HT sub would you pic?

[@thomaswu3378]

Great review! I can actually feel the rumble here, great job Shane!! Love it!!

[@giovannipalma7222]

Whats up Shane, love your videos how about a comparison with the SVS 3000?

[@pierrecastanets1974]

I love reviews with REW measurements! Thanks Mr Change!

[@riverst79]

Great review! My shortlist subs are SVS PB3000, PB16ultra, or the JTR 18” sub. Currently have a old SVS PC12plus...looking to upgrade.

[@dextermorgan1]

There is absolutely no comparison between the SVS subs you mentioned and the JTR. The JTR bests them in every way. SVS are nothing special and are the most expensive subs on the market for what you get for your money. Watch some of Youthmans videos comparing SVS to JTR so you don't have to take my word for it. If you can afford a JTR, you should look no further. Those are an end game subwoofer.

[@docwho10th88]

@@dextermorgan1 Yup! SVS are garbage,,,JTR and PSA are the way to go!

[@dextermorgan1]

@@docwho10th88 Believe me, I know. You can't tell anyone else that though. They've really drank the kool-aid when it comes to SVS. I see people all the time spending ridiculous amounts of money on their subs, when they coukd have spent the same thing, or less, and gotten something from JTR, PSA, Rythmik, HSU or even Monoprice and absolutely destroyed the SVS. People are stupid...

[@pb24dagrk]

I feel kool when I drink Haterade while browsing the internet

[@reggieburris]

@@docwho10th88 they aren't garbage. Bigger doesn't better, just more powerful and not necessarily cleaner. Garbage isn't a fair term.

[@myuniversalgrowth5966]

Quality ! Thank you for the review! Subscribed!

[@marlonedwards4566]

Shane great work keep up the great job I’ve been watching you for about a month now and I can’t stop!! Great stuff!!!

[@howeshienchee1157]

Shane, now that you have reviewed Emotiva RS13, Arendal 1723 2V, and SVS PB-16, which would you recommend among these 3?

[@myhomeaudio8751]

I like your videos so much when you include demos like this. THank you.

[@gibluap]

I recently upgraded from dual pb3000's to dual pb16 Ultras. The 3000 line are fantastic reasonably priced sub. The Ultras are another level

[@ulflarsson9693]

Do u think they are better than the arendal 1961 1v then?.

[@byronwilson275]

Great review!!!

[@TM-td1zh]

Hey Shane, you should take a look at the RS2 from JTR.

[@hglmedia307]

Hmm I’m impressed might have to invest in a couple just for MIDWAY

[@godfather1116]

Quarantine = more time for videos and reviews :)

[@therealshanelee]

This is true.

[@waymonfrench2077]

@@therealshanelee review the pb2000 pros

[@jorgeneriksson3144]

Thanks for the review. I am in the hunt for a relatively small sub mainly for music and hifi. When it comes to subwoofers I find many reviews sort of confusing, honesty. What is musical in a subwoofer? Isn't it just frequency response, linearity, timing and a ability to respond as quick as possible to the inputsignal that matters? Musicality is a result of those parameters is met. Nothing moore, nothing less. Correct?

[@jose0131]

Shane which one is better in your opinion the emotiva rs13 or the arendal 1961 1v?

[@Subacabra]

Love that BR2049 eye scene. Crazy bass

[@yeorges]

I honestly bought the rel ht 1508 predator Because of your review. It will be here Monday The 13th can’t wait

[@therealshanelee]

Awesome. It's a great sub.

[@yeorges]

Thank you I love your videos

[@kdomster9141]

Great choice , for music as well

[@mikeortiz2139]

I'm still breaking in my Klipsch R-12SW's that I got from Costco. Although, I'm thinking I'm going to upgrade my entire system to the Emotiva line of speakers. Looking at the Emotiva SE-12s right now.

[@Theater_Of_Doom]

In regards to movie playback; will a single SVS PB16-Ultra outperform dual Emotiva RS13s? You are the only reviewer of this particular subwoofer on KZbin.

[@therealshanelee]

I’d go with the pair.

[@Theater_Of_Doom]

@@therealshanelee So the Emotiva RS13 subs are pretty formidable? It doesn't seem like many people are buying them. What about doing a pair of SVS PC-4000 water heaters? I don't have the room for huge enclosures, but I love my LFE. Who would win that battle (dual RS13s vs dual PC-4000s)?

[@jeroenreith3672]

U should try the arendal sub3 dual 😏 make it happen arendal! Send him the dual sub 3!

[@shaapoopiee]

Interesting to see how these compare to pb 3000 at the same price

[@victorjohnson8374]

Great review. Not in the market for a new sub. But I can tell these subs sound amazing.

[@mataiguana5]

Had on my list their S 15, what's your opinion?

[@bobfisher9051]

For home theater duties on my short list Shane is the emotiva s15 or Tekton 4x10 or Tekton cinema sub...decisions decisions, opinions welcome....

[@czwhat328]

They seem to never be in stock.

[@reggieburris]

Got dual RS13s en route. Already have the dual RS11s so can’t wait to get these in to get a good sound session!

[@mdoh8209]

Hey just a question SC do u use a mini dsp with the pb16s at all For your reference ?

[@MattyDante]

Why would they do a square port over a cylindrical one? Not what I'd expect to find on such a high end product.

[@droidzhunterz6861]

Because it looks good and works with the rest of the design

[@bmwberto8055]

Great review Shane you should do a video on your everyday sub settings, crossovers, phase, gain any room comp etc. Would be nice to maybe help some newer people or those just wanting to achieve that chest soak your always talking about when it comes to your subs, thanks and keep up the great work.

[@stevemann3078]

Great video thank you for it.

[@dillonquackenbush3895]

The beginning made me laugh way too hard haha

[@TechinaSec101]

Hi, Love the video, May i ask what are your thoughts between this and the Goldenear supersub X please ? For a small room and not listen at reference level while only watching Movies ?

[@jeanlouis181]

Hey Shane check out the jtr rs2 or any of their other line ups

[@JuliYan]

Nice Video!!! Which ones would you recommend paired with my Klipsch RF-7 III and RC64 III. Two Emotiva RS13 or Two SVS SB 4000? I love dry bass. 60% movies / 40% music. Is there a perfect sub?

[@JeffThompson]

Great Review. I'm looking at Buying Dual SVS PB 3000s, I have a large basement/media room. Should I consider these over the PB 3000s? I have a height limit of 24 below my screen, room is to narrow to put next to my home theater seating.

[@rushgush]

no, pb3000 has way more output.

[@Test-Pilot1194]

Almost impossible to get port chuffing from a slot. I like these subwoofers. Looking forward to the full review.

[@therealshanelee]

🤔

[@Test-Pilot1194]

SpareChange you are confused....?

[@keepingupwiththejones2933]

@@Test-Pilot1194 I think Shane was confused because this is the full review I believe

[@Test-Pilot1194]

Tristan Jones aaaaahhh. So how long has shane had this? Normally he does An unboxing and overview video first, did I miss it? Oh my god! I literally now have to go through his list to see. I have notifications on....

[@keepingupwiththejones2933]

@@Test-Pilot1194 I agree he usually does unboxing and a short introduction followed by the review video. but I don't think he did that with these there's just the unboxing and then right to listening and the review

[@omnitouch]

How would you compare this to the monolith 12 or 15? I am planning on buying a new sub. I have the rmc1L and all emotiva stealth 8 speakers. Any input would be greatly appreciated!

[@klient3100]

Please review earthquaksound minime 12 dsp ...it's really good value /performance comparing to others...

[@jjguillen65]

Beautiful subs.

[@Brian_Fantastic]

What center speaker stand do you use? I'm looking at moving all of my components out of the entertainment center and in to a tower off to the side, so I'm in the market for a stand for the center channel.

[@therealshanelee]

It's a Sanus.

[@dadevastator24_77]

Good review, how do the Emotiva RS-13’s compare to the SVS PB-3000’s?

[@therealshanelee]

Haven't tried the pb3000's can't give a comparison.

[@dadevastator24_77]

SpareChange I hope SVS can send you some to review. I have 4 PB-2000’s and I’m thinking about selling them, so that I can buy 2 PB-3000’s. Idk if it’s a good idea to do so though. I think 4 PB-2000’s can perform as good if not better than Dual PB-3000’s.

[@therealshanelee]

I'd stick to your 4.

[@dadevastator24_77]

SpareChange you think so?

[@briansilvia7307]

Well Shane I really like subs that go low with a small footprint due to room space issues . So looking into subs with passive radiators I’m going innovation over a huge box . Starke sub45 , def tech supercube 8000, golden ear supersub xxl or sun fire xteq12 . Should I pull from a hat . 😂😂

[@Zoranurai13]

Brian Silvia get a rel sub with passives, they make some compact ones that kick ass

[@briansilvia7307]

J Y yes I will have to look into those thanks .

[@therealshanelee]

All great options.

[@soneji-ml5fp]

Looks like even a cheap sub would sound impactful in your setup. The subs look like they are barely 4 feet from your toes. These are great subs for the price though.

[@JT-hk1np]

I have two Martin Logan Dynamo 1500x will I hear a big difference going to svs pb 16 ?

[@therealshanelee]

It'll dig lower.

[@sandlerpierre3672]

@@therealshanelee Have you heard of Funk Audio Subwoofers? The best!!!

[@jeffrobison3008]

Just curious, since I didn't see it listed under your equipment, but what screen are you currently using with your JVC?

[@therealshanelee]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmPMkoZunNijfcU

[@jeffrobison3008]

@@therealshanelee Thanks. I had saw that video, but wasn't sure if you had kept it or tried something else. I am shopping for screens right now. Looking at both the Studio Tek 100 and 130, AT screens. My seating distance will only be 10 feet from the screen, so I am looking at both. Thanks for the response.

[@therealshanelee]

Call Value Electronics tell them I sent you and they'll give you a good deal.

[@jeffrobison3008]

@@therealshanelee Will do. I have bought several projectors and other "stuff" from Robert, so I will let him know you recommended me.

[@CravingTheMagic]

They are better with the grills off for sure

[@keepingupwiththejones2933]

Did you keep the Kaleidescape? I thought I saw the movie description page or is that the Zapitti media player?

[@therealshanelee]

I did not keep it.

[@kevonmanuel]

Emotiva, you are pricing this subwoofer horribly. For $1599? You can get 2 Monolith 12's $1549 1 Monolith 15 $1339 1SVS PB 3000 $1399 2 Hsu VTF-3 Mk5 $1538 1Hsu VTF-15H MK2 $899 1 PSA V1512 $1299 1 PSA V1812 $1599

[@ronaldaiello6450]

I signed for $5 patreon but I thought you gave away freebies to patreon members. It turns out that you have to be fast and get the code and no one else can get it. Then I had to cancel. Sorry.

[@wolfflinde4888]

Thx for the review. Really wish Sonus Faber could send you 2 Gravis VI for review:)

[@therealshanelee]

That'd be cool. Getting it up the stairs wouldn't be though.

[@wolfflinde4888]

@@therealshanelee it's a 2 person lift for sure:) I still wish they could send you 2 for testing. Their new app also looks promising.

[@NoahWilson98]

Very good!

[@Zoranurai13]

Sub companies making speakers and amps, amp companies making subwoofers, well i’m not complaining besides emotiva not selling in my country:(

[@HomeCinemaJunkie]

I was looking at the REL 1508's, but knowing they are just "cheap" china made pressed steel basket drivers turned me off... If I pay €1800 for a sub there should be a cast drivers. If we on the other hand look at the Emotivas driver they are a work of art ❤.

[@rainman3269]

Just get a couple of Rels and forget about it and enjoy the movies

[@clayoncastello174]

Hey can you please do an in depth review on the Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2.4 sound bar

[@Test-Pilot1194]

My driver have a larger surround though.

[@justplainlawr]

Duane Bennett this is a sub that you make?

[@Test-Pilot1194]

justplainlawr no its not. 👍🏻

[@justplainlawr]

are you referring to the XTZ Cinema sub then?

[@Test-Pilot1194]

justplainlawr indeed I am. 👍🏻

[@justplainlawr]

@@Test-Pilot1194 so Emotiva and XTZ are sourcing from some of the same parts bins (in China most likely)?

[@Steve30x]

Have you ever done a review on more affordable subwoofers? I would love to be able to pay over €1000 for a subwoofer but that's not an option for me. €500 would be pushing my budget to it's limit. I know a subwoofer at my budget wouldn't be anywhere as good as those expensive dubs you have but it's all I have for now. I did have a Yamaha YET SW150 many moons ago. It had 2 x 8" subwoofers in it and it was well able to push 18Jz. The bass from it was insane. I have never been able to find another subwoofer to match it since I sold it 17 years ago. Also with me being in a housing estate and my neighbours very close then I can't really have a sound system that's really loud. I have been looking at a Yamaha NS SW300. Right now I can't afford it but I am waiting for the delivery of a Yamaha NS SW100 10" dub. It's underpowered @50 watts RMS and peaks at 100eatts but it will do for a few months. It's replacing a Behringer B20902a which is supposedly 240 watts but the subwoofers inside bottom out real easily and the powersupply in the amp plate is very noisey. I never have the volume of the sub above 25% either. Also I don't have a home cinema myself. I have my amp and speakers in a 12' long x 11' wide living room which is another reason why I don't need a very powerful dub. I just need a sub that will go low down in bass.

[@therealshanelee]

Stay tuned this weekend.

[@Steve30x]

@@therealshanelee I'm subscribed with over a year. I'll be watching out. Thank you for the reply 👍

[@Steve30x]

@@therealshanelee sorry I forgot to mention I live in Ireland which Is why i put prices in euro.

[@44krazzy]

My Rythmik FXV15 goes bonkers in the Edge of Tomorrow chapters...just 400 rms servo controlled. this one doesn't look that impressive

[@CandBLawnCare]

The fxv15 is on my super duper short list. May go with the hp version for my big room.

[@MrTom9933]

Good to hear Rythmik has also been on my list... I currently have a pair of Dayton 18's in their 4cu sealed box kit with and am looking for more :)

[@Test-Pilot1194]

This is practically my subwoofer with a different brand name on it 🤣🤣🤣🤣. My slot port looks a little nicer though