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SVS Subwoofer Isolation feet. Will I lose bass?

Most of what I see about subwoofer isolation has to do with minimizing rattles or bothering the neighbors.  But what about a sealed subwoofer on a concrete slab?  Would these dampeners not "dampen" the bass as well?

My setup...  Dual SVS SB16s on a concrete slab.  I don't have a rattle problem and the room is 20ft tall so I can't afford to "lose" bass because of my shakey rubbery feet.  

I've read and seen many great things about these but I have a hunch it would hurt a sealed sub on a slab more than help.

dtximages

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jetter
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uh-oh, MC is hyperventilating again, this time with geoffkait.
jetter
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I've only taken offense once.
jetter
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@dtximages I have an older pair of the SVS SB12-NSD subwoofers. My subs came with smallish rubber feet (I assume rubber) that keep them off the wood flooring. I would think yours did also. Are you just wanting larger ones?

As I mentioned mine work fine on wood flooring but would likely not on carpet.
jetter
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@dtximages  I was actually considered getting these for my subwoofers, not realizing that there were already feet on them..  I was just checking out the SVS website and if I understand their pricing correctly it looks like it only cost $49+shipping for a set of four.  And there is a 45 day return period if not happy.  Seems reasonable enough, especially compared to some other audio items.
jetter
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OP, just to mention again, I believe the SVS feet are only $49 for a set of 4 (verify with them), with 45 day return period.  Shoot, for that little I would pull the trigger to see if it suits my fancy before investing in the high priced spread.
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