Love these SUB reviews, I’ve enjoyed going thru your previous reviews since Audioholics and your channel is pretty much it for thorough reviews. Thanks for all the work you put in Shane.
Just ordered my two rhythmic F-18s last Saturday. The day before they went up $100. Since I bought two it came out to one of them being $1895. Can’t wait to see how those bang.
For US market I would not even bother giving them a try at that price point. So many other brands that offer so much more. Now I imagine they don't cost 2000 euros being made in France and don't have to ship etc. They probably make a whole lot more sense there.
I'd order it directly from france, with shipping, paypal fees/conversion costs and import duties this sub comes to around $1200 cad, which is $950 usd. At that price it can actually rival the HT1205 I bought since it's about the same price.
@@ericmann1781 I specified US Market and surprised that even in Canada there is a case where this makes sense. SVS, Hsu, Rythmik, Monolith are that much more expensive going to Canada. All of them offer so much more performance for $950 USD.
@@jjchmiel78 Ah yeah my bad, missed that point lol. I have an SB 1000 pro I got not too long ago, like a year before the price hikes and just "upgraded" to an HT1205 I got for ~$832 usd I ended up really liking. Then I realized I use my systems 90% of the time for music and not 50/50 like I anticipated, but I digress. I REALLY want to try a Rythmik sub before finally going dual subs too, I've also read so much good about HSU I can't pass them up. I came to this video when I saw someone selling this Focal sub used for $1500 cad, then I saw the price at home ciné solutions in France I've ordered from before and this video, and never mind. I'll stick with the brands you mentioned, but before that I need a pre amp for an amp I just got. Damn, this new hobby costs more than my PC, tools and video game collecting hobbies combined...And it all started with a pair of HD598.
The only Focal sub I heard was from the Chorus line a few years back. 1 sub only was way underpowered for my 826W towers back then. Now I'm running a NAD M33 with Dirac room correction and a pair of Kanta No.3's ( same model as yours ? or are yours the No2 ? Can't tell from the dark shots ). I'm a very big fan of the Flax cones for music, so I want to give these a try as a pair. I'm mostly using them for electronic music, pop, rock, ... I guess they will do just fine ? Also for most movies I guess. It's a hard decision vs a pair of cylindrical SVS'ses :)
Shane, have you had any experience with The Electra/Sopra SW1000BE sub? It's supposed to be able to dig down to 20hz and roll off of 18hz at -6db. For anyone reading this I am fully aware that "better" performing subs can be had for less but the SW1000BE beats them out easily in terms of quality, fit/finish, and style. You definitely pay a heft premium for France manufacture as well as the brand name. I am NOT interested in Rythmik, SVS, HSU, or any other ID sub for that matter. They simply look all the same as aesthetics as well as not being made in China matter to me.
Thanks for your review. I have got this Focal Sub 1000f since 2 years but I am missing infrasonics and my neighbours:) Do you think I could marry it with an SVS SB-3000, would it work playing both focal and SVS together on a Yamaha RXA-2080? Thanks for your opinion:)
Hello from Nigeria... You're the best. Please I'm interested in 2 particular subwoofers you reviewed in the past: the Rythmik F18 and Starke sound sw15. Please would you recommend one F18 against 2 sw15? For a room of 30 square metres would you recommend just one sw15? Thanks.
I have 4 subs. I have 2 SVS PB 16 and 2 SVS SVS PB 13 ultra that I’m going to convert to a PB 4000 by changing the amp. Check out my video to check out the sub. By the way I was born in Ijebu Ode much love and respect to you my brother.
I have this sub on my system with a SVS SB2000 Pro. The Focal is SO much better sounding than the SVS. I am really surprised at how bad the SVS is. The Focal is really much better.
NA !... I live in France and I bought 16 FOCAL ACCESS 30 car subwoofer drivers at 69euro each.... do the math !... I can make a huge podium 15" high with my 16 focal in line... it,s a equivalent of 4x24" sub... they are not competition but they are gorgeous parabolic metallic glass fiber.... and it,s focal.
Guessing these are really just meant to accentuate low end on Focal speakers for music applications. Something tells me French sensibilities don’t generally desire Rythmik & JTR output lol
HI Shane Lee, my name is HK. I need your advice. I am using a pair to Yamaha NS-SW500 subwoofers and planning to upgrade to a pair of Focal SUB 1000F subwoofer. What is your advice ? Will the Focal SUB 1000F perform better than the Yamaha NS-SW500 ? My set up is for stereo hifi, not home theater. The Focal sub seems to be clear, tigh, fast. This is my set up now : ua-cam.com/video/5AWXrZbWkgw/v-deo.html I have bad experience with SVS subwoofer : ua-cam.com/video/glYYTlLpHaQ/v-deo.html
You'd have to order it directly from France otherwise you're getting ripped off. Shipped to your door all costs included it comes up to about $950 usd, I don't even understand how in usa and canada they charge THAT much more in store...
I just switched my home theater setup to all Focal brand speakers... And I couldn't be happier.
Their home audio is absolutely top notch.
Please try to do a review on any of the JL Audio subwoofers
Love these SUB reviews, I’ve enjoyed going thru your previous reviews since Audioholics and your channel is pretty much it for thorough reviews. Thanks for all the work you put in Shane.
Just ordered my two rhythmic F-18s last Saturday. The day before they went up $100. Since I bought two it came out to one of them being $1895. Can’t wait to see how those bang.
Congrats!
Best subs ever! You're going to be spoiled. I got triple F18's and these are just amazing 🤩
It's amazing to hear a review of two $2,000 subs and the reaction was muted to average. Sometimes this channel really lives in another world.
Nah. Focal is an expensive brand. Compared to other subs at $2k (JTR & Rythmik) it’s not surprising that these are meh.
Sounds like they performed better than I would have expected them too.
Focal subs are neat and with a fast response, which cuts down distortion. Flax also provides a sound very close to reality and not harsh at all.
Why doesn't focal make a higher end sub for music? Mushy does not work well with my Focal Sopra N3s
Please review definitive technology supercube subwoofer
I use isolation platforms for decoupling the bass from the floor, and gives me cleaner lower bass. Pyle for my Cerwin Vegas.
For US market I would not even bother giving them a try at that price point. So many other brands that offer so much more. Now I imagine they don't cost 2000 euros being made in France and don't have to ship etc. They probably make a whole lot more sense there.
I'd order it directly from france, with shipping, paypal fees/conversion costs and import duties this sub comes to around $1200 cad, which is $950 usd.
At that price it can actually rival the HT1205 I bought since it's about the same price.
@@ericmann1781 I specified US Market and surprised that even in Canada there is a case where this makes sense. SVS, Hsu, Rythmik, Monolith are that much more expensive going to Canada. All of them offer so much more performance for $950 USD.
@@jjchmiel78 Ah yeah my bad, missed that point lol.
I have an SB 1000 pro I got not too long ago, like a year before the price hikes and just "upgraded" to an HT1205 I got for ~$832 usd I ended up really liking. Then I realized I use my systems 90% of the time for music and not 50/50 like I anticipated, but I digress.
I REALLY want to try a Rythmik sub before finally going dual subs too, I've also read so much good about HSU I can't pass them up.
I came to this video when I saw someone selling this Focal sub used for $1500 cad, then I saw the price at home ciné solutions in France I've ordered from before and this video, and never mind. I'll stick with the brands you mentioned, but before that I need a pre amp for an amp I just got.
Damn, this new hobby costs more than my PC, tools and video game collecting hobbies combined...And it all started with a pair of HD598.
Notice you still have the Kanta's hooked up for HT. Enjoying them? What sub would you pair with them?
The only Focal sub I heard was from the Chorus line a few years back. 1 sub only was way underpowered for my 826W towers back then. Now I'm running a NAD M33 with Dirac room correction and a pair of Kanta No.3's ( same model as yours ? or are yours the No2 ? Can't tell from the dark shots ). I'm a very big fan of the Flax cones for music, so I want to give these a try as a pair. I'm mostly using them for electronic music, pop, rock, ... I guess they will do just fine ? Also for most movies I guess. It's a hard decision vs a pair of cylindrical SVS'ses :)
Can u do a review of the arendal sealed subs then also.?.
Hi, how would you compare this to the Arendal 1961 1S?
Shane, have you had any experience with The Electra/Sopra SW1000BE sub? It's supposed to be able to dig down to 20hz and roll off of 18hz at -6db. For anyone reading this I am fully aware that "better" performing subs can be had for less but the SW1000BE beats them out easily in terms of quality, fit/finish, and style. You definitely pay a heft premium for France manufacture as well as the brand name. I am NOT interested in Rythmik, SVS, HSU, or any other ID sub for that matter. They simply look all the same as aesthetics as well as not being made in China matter to me.
Can you please do a review on JL audio subs.. most UA-cam channels skipped on these wonderful subs
They don't lend out subs for reviews that's why you don't see videos on them.
Thanks for your review. I have got this Focal Sub 1000f since 2 years but I am missing infrasonics and my neighbours:) Do you think I could marry it with an SVS SB-3000, would it work playing both focal and SVS together on a Yamaha RXA-2080? Thanks for your opinion:)
Thanks for the tip on movie demos for subs!
What is your opinion in between this and Arendal 2V !! As you auditioned both.
Planning to buy some good subs please suggest some good ones.
Those are some Pretty Focal Sub!
Did you notice he is sporting Aria line of Focals in the background 😎👌👍
Quick transient responses. Shane just knows the words that are music to Focal's ears
can you review the svs pb 1000 pro please
I wonder if variable phase is necessary as so many leave that out.
Variable phase is not necessary when paired with AVR or any other DSP (minidsp). For serious listening (setup) one or the other is a must.
Hello from Nigeria... You're the best.
Please I'm interested in 2 particular subwoofers you reviewed in the past: the Rythmik F18 and Starke sound sw15. Please would you recommend one F18 against 2 sw15? For a room of 30 square metres would you recommend just one sw15? Thanks.
Always go 2 or more subs?
I have 4 subs. I have 2 SVS PB 16 and 2 SVS SVS PB 13 ultra that I’m going to convert to a PB 4000 by changing the amp. Check out my video to check out the sub. By the way I was born in Ijebu Ode much love and respect to you my brother.
Hello, are the rubber feet removable?, i woul like to use isoacustic gaias or similar
Yes
I have a chance to get 2 new for about $1800 would it be worth it to add to my Focal Sopra 3? It is not a home theater system, just 2 channels HiFi.
No these aren't up to the same level.
Looking at the price range, what are your thoughts on going with pb 16 ultras instead ?
16's are a beast in comparison.
I have this sub on my system with a SVS SB2000 Pro. The Focal is SO much better sounding than the SVS. I am really surprised at how bad the SVS is. The Focal is really much better.
Please review svs pb1000 pro and sb1000 pro
Bro please tell me which sub is you like soo much and wich sub enjoyed soo much
Everything I own is in the video description.
@@therealshanelee please give me ranking of svs , arendal, focal, all brands of subs performance, please
@@harishharishmutyala3 no
Thanks for the video
NA !... I live in France and I bought 16 FOCAL ACCESS 30 car subwoofer drivers at 69euro each.... do the math !... I can make a huge podium 15" high with my 16 focal in line... it,s a equivalent of 4x24" sub... they are not competition but they are gorgeous parabolic metallic glass fiber.... and it,s focal.
not a bad idea at all. I used Focal Flax and Slatefiber 6.5 car sets with tweeters to make tower speakers. To be honest they sound fucking amazing.
And yet another one ! #👍🏽
Guessing these are really just meant to accentuate low end on Focal speakers for music applications. Something tells me French sensibilities don’t generally desire Rythmik & JTR output lol
Love Fury
Don't blow the walls down SHANE
HI Shane Lee, my name is HK. I need your advice.
I am using a pair to Yamaha NS-SW500 subwoofers and planning to upgrade to a pair of Focal SUB 1000F subwoofer.
What is your advice ? Will the Focal SUB 1000F perform better than the Yamaha NS-SW500 ?
My set up is for stereo hifi, not home theater. The Focal sub seems to be clear, tigh, fast.
This is my set up now :
ua-cam.com/video/5AWXrZbWkgw/v-deo.html
I have bad experience with SVS subwoofer :
ua-cam.com/video/glYYTlLpHaQ/v-deo.html
Focal has never been accused of being value for money. SVS 3000 outperforms them at less then half the price. And that's a Shane.
Who is Shane?
You'd have to order it directly from France otherwise you're getting ripped off.
Shipped to your door all costs included it comes up to about $950 usd, I don't even understand how in usa and canada they charge THAT much more in store...
svs is complete shyt
If I get mine from Shane it will be ok.
SVS 14 ultra
Dude fix you’re background noise there’s a horrible ringing