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The duct tape alone should ward off any munchkins messing were they shouldn't, no dsp needed for that.
Rick
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The specs on the svs pb13u looks phenomenal, although it costs more than the ep500. It also has a lot more adjustments than the ep500 has. I'm going to have to study this one a little more. I don't like the idea of losing Axiom's customer service on a product, though, so for me the ep500 may be worth it just for that.
Edit: Price wise though, I would probably rather have the ep600 for about $100 more than the pb13u. So, I think I'll just stick with the EP500. As a PB13 Ultra owner I can highly recommend it. It works great for movies - reaches real low and is smooth enough for music to almost equal Axiom's offerings for music playback.
Jason
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I forget, you probably mentioned it, but if you have kids, specifically ones "young enough to accidentally" or "old enough to on purpose" crank the volume knob, then DSP might be a worthy protection on your investment. Only kid here is me with beers, I'm thinkin more dangerous than a 3 year old
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from masking tape repair to duct tape prevention! There's a message in there somewhere... And that message is "cable ties are not the right fix for this problem"
bibere usque ad hilaritatem
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Hey Rick, have you ever heard the EP's? Just wondering if you have compared them to the other subs you've liked. I haven't, other than my Outlaw and think the 500 blows it away.
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Can't say I have, but I have the Hsu STF-3 (same as the Outlaw) and the same priced eD is considerably better.
I have talked to a couple of folks that have done direct comparisons with the EP 500 and the older Hsu VTF-3 and they liked the Hsu over the 500. We all have our preferences I guess.
Rick
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The duct tape alone should ward off any munchkins messing were they shouldn't, no dsp needed for that.
And, as an added bonus, you become an honorary lifetime member of the Moose Lodge.
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from masking tape repair to duct tape prevention! There's a message in there somewhere... And that message is "cable ties are not the right fix for this problem" Is it wrong to cable tie your children? You know, just to keep them safe. 
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Well I pulled the trigger and got a EP500, I read alot of reviews, outside of the axiom site, and based on my room size, 2 subs would be tough, I know I won't be unhappy, and if I dont know anything different (besides my 10" JBL) I will be happy so Im good.
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You will not be disappointed by the 500. It can rattle a room to pieces with it's power but can be wonderfully subtle for music. I can't imagine needing more power or more accuracy than it provides. +1 for Murph's post. Plus - if the sub is going to be visible and you want the finish to match..... Thanks to both of you
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