Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

[Paul Carmody]

I did the unthinkable. I bought a commercial loudspeaker. Because DSP.

https://sites.google.com/site/undefinition/updates/iforonewelcomeournewdspoverlords

[DanP]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

I did the unthinkable. I bought a commercial loudspeaker. Because DSP.

https://sites.google.com/site/undefi...ewdspoverlords

DSP makes it so a man can't think straight. I hope you recover soon and don't suffer too badly from PT-DSP afterwards.

Dan

[tyger23]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

Paul - your link isn't working. I think this is the page you were after:

https://sites.google.com/site/undefinition/updates/iforonewelcomeournewdspoverlords

[Paul Carmody]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

Paul - your link isn't working. I think this is the page you were after:

https://sites.google.com/site/undefi...ewdspoverlords

Good catch. Thanks.

[skatz]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

Paul

No need to be embarrased! Have a question. I was looking at the Sony SRSX5 on paper (haven't heard any of these) because of the features and my kids got me a gift certificate. Did you hear this, and how did it do vs. the SRS X33?

[SoltanGris42]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

Paul

No need to be embarrased! Have a question. I was looking at the Sony SRSX5 on paper (haven't heard any of these) because of the features and my kids got me a gift certificate. Did you hear this, and how did it do vs. the SRS X33?

When I was looking at the SRS-X5 I went to a few stores that had display models. Sony has their displays set up so that you can link your phone to the speakers (bluetooth...) and play your own music. I didn't really think the X5 sounded much (or any) better than the slightly smaller X33.

I actually ended up with the older SRS-X3 instead of an X33 though. Refurbished models were available, and still are, for $60. That was too good to pass up.

The site Paul linked, Oluv's Gadget's, has measurements of a lot of the newer and more popular speakers of this type. If you are planning on spending $150 or so, you might want to look at the JBL Charge 2, JBL FLip 3, Bose Soundlink Mini II, Denon Envaya Mini DSB100, too. These are all in the same ballpark as the Sony models and each has advantages/disadvantages.

Or check your local paper for brick and mortar deals on the X3. Local shops were clearing them out at $60 brand new. And they are still available Manufacturer Refurbished for $60 on eBay...

[hongrn]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

Will the pre-made crossover purchase be next, Paul? ;)

[ryanbouma]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

Paul, why not use eq/dsp in your computer if a minidsp or other dsp solution is a problem? Not that buying a speaker is a bad thing, especially in that price range. It makes sense in fact. Myself, I use a full range driver and eq the **** out of the low end to get what I need. In the nearfield it seems to be happy even if excursion gets up there at times. The box is small and the bass is very satisfying.

Now, if you want a lot of bass at your seat and not bother your coworkers, check out gainphile's computer setup. This is where DIY can destroy the commercial stuff. Think 'outside' the box ;)

[craigk]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

I did the unthinkable. I bought a commercial loudspeaker. Because DSP.

https://sites.google.com/site/undefi...ewdspoverlords

I don't even know who you are any more.

[ROTECH]

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**** is ok but but t is not? WTF.

[corradizo]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

I like equalizer-apo because it works with eq settings from REW.

[kevintomb]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

What made Realistic Minimus 7 Speakers moderately listenable for me for a few years!

[Paul Carmody]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

Paul, why not use eq/dsp in your computer if a minidsp or other dsp solution is a problem? Not that buying a speaker is a bad thing, especially in that price range. It makes sense in fact. Myself, I use a full range driver and eq the **** out of the low end to get what I need. In the nearfield it seems to be happy even if excursion gets up there at times. The box is small and the bass is very satisfying.

Sure, EQ/DSP are good duct tape fixes, but that all goes out the window when you're using more than a single driver.

Now, if you want a lot of bass at your seat and not bother your coworkers, check out gainphile's computer setup. This is where DIY can destroy the commercial stuff. Think 'outside' the box ;)

Oh, I've certainly thought of a setup like that, but it'd have to be much smaller than gainphile's desktop dipole. I don't think many people could fit a 2-way with 8" woofers on their desk--even if they were run open-baffle.

[johnnyrichards]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

I take it that "DSP" doesn't stand for "digital signal processing."

Dumb Shit Purchase?

Whoa...

[davepellegrene]

Re: Some thoughts on DSP, and an embarrassing confession

I picked up a Jawbone Jambox over a year ago. After hearing one at a waterski tournament. Unbelievable sound with great bass for such a small box. I can fit it in my back pack or suitcase to take on vacation. It hooks up to any Blue Tooth device. Pretty cool!

https://jawbone.com/speakers/bigjambox

Dave