I have not used the Storm, but I have had a Rel Strata III (more equivalent in price to the ACI) in my music system partnered with NHT 2.5i speakers, and now have the current ACI Titan II LE, which I have partnered with the NHTs (e relatively "slow" speaker), as well as a pair of Gallo Nucleus Solos (a very "fast" speaker). In MY particular system, in MY particular room, I was never satisfied with the Rel; I am very happy with the ACI.
The ACI has the same inputs as the Rel--speaker level, "Theater", and pre-amp out--but I don't have my manual in front of me and can't say if it sums inputs as Leo describes above.
Auditioning a subwoofer (and any speaker, for that matter) in your room is crucial. ACI does have a generous audition policy, though you are out some shipping. If you can't audition the Rel, I would say that the ACI is a safer bet. How's that for conflicting advice!
John K.
The ACI has the same inputs as the Rel--speaker level, "Theater", and pre-amp out--but I don't have my manual in front of me and can't say if it sums inputs as Leo describes above.
Auditioning a subwoofer (and any speaker, for that matter) in your room is crucial. ACI does have a generous audition policy, though you are out some shipping. If you can't audition the Rel, I would say that the ACI is a safer bet. How's that for conflicting advice!
John K.