Anybody prefer JL Audio or Velodyne subs for rock?


Hi audiophiles, I'm looking to add a sub to my 2-channel audio system, and I wanna rock! My components are McIntosh MC252/C46, etc..., speakers are Klipsch La Scala II so high DB output sub is preferred. Has anybody heard both the JL Audio F113 and Velodyne DD18 and care to comment? I'm also considering a JL F212 but the beast weighs in over 220 lbs, and the price tag is heavy too. FYI- Velodyne has a special offer: good thru the end of April you can get a new DD18 for $3K, this offer should be good at most or all Velo dealers.
bradleyc

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Both subs you mention are tremendous performers - probably overkill for the vast majority of 2 channel applications. I really doubt that you'd hear much difference. You won't go wrong either way...provided that you get them well integrated with your mains and that your room can handle the output. I use a Velodyne SMS-1 sub controller to help integration. It's reasonably priced and it works like a charm.

BTW, I haven't heard the SVS that Knownothing recommends, but they have a great rep and test off the charts. They offer in-home trial, and if listening bears out the specs, these subs would appear to be hard to beat for the money.