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The Velodyne SMS-1 is effectively the brains included in the older Velodyne DD range of subs, just in a separate box. Velodyne made these so users could add them to any brand of sub and get all the advantages of the intuitive Velodyne sub tuning system. There's not much you can't do with the SMS-...
This is a fair ask, leaning good-value rather than bargain-basement. At A$450, it sits below the A$629 median and under the A$417–A$1,129 middle range’s midpoint, so it’s comfortably in sensible territory for a used Velodyne piece.
The real appeal here is utility: the SMS-1 is a well-known room-correction/crossover tool for dialing in sub integration, and that can be more valuable than chasing another box with more watts. If it’s complete and working properly, this is the kind of buy that can clean up bass in a serious system without much drama.
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Velodyne Acoustics traces its origins to 1983, when founder David Hall launched the brand in Silicon Valley, the epicenter of high-tech innovation. Hall, an engineer with a vision for revolutionizing home audio, introduced the groundbreaking ULD-18 subwoofer featuring a patented accelerometer-based High Gain Servo system. This technology delivered unprecedented control over low-frequency reproduction, setting a new standard for bass performance in music and movies and establishing Velodyne as a pioneer in powered subwoofers.
The brand's product focus remains laser-sharp on subwoofers, with over 200 patents driving innovations like the world's first DSP-controlled model in 2003. Velodyne specializes in high-quality active subwoofers optimized for hi-fi stereo systems and home cinema, emphasizing deep, distortion-free bass that integrates seamlessly into demanding setups. While not diversifying into speakers, amplifiers, or other categories, their designs prioritize technical precision for audiophiles seeking foundational low-end authority.
Velodyne holds a commanding reputation as the world's leading subwoofer manufacturer for over 40 years, positioned firmly in the high-end market for discerning hi-fi and custom install buyers. Acquired by Germany's Audio Reference in 2019 and now exclusively imported in the U.S. by Origin Acoustics via custom channels, the brand continues to embody bass perfection, blending American engineering heritage with European stewardship.
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