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Def tech supercube reference or REL R-528

Hello all. Im more geared toward music now but I do love watching movies as well. Ive read the REL is the more musical of the two but the Def Tech is much better for theater. Ive also read quite a few reviews by users and mags that say the SC Reference is musical. At this point anything would be better than the BA sub I have now.

However, since both 2k or more my question is:

(1) Can I get away with the less costly Supercube Reference with music or will it leave me craving the REL?

(2) Will the more expensive REL satisfy my music craving but leave me wanting on the theater side of things?

(3) Which one would satify both sides better and be a better foundation for future speaker upgrades?

I sure wish there was one product that offers the absolute best of both worlds.
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audiofreak32
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The REL is a good way to go, runs dual mode (LFE and high level) at the same time with different settings.
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snakebitten OP
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Thanks for the very informative replies. After listening to what you each said I think I'll lean toward the REL. I did not think about the connectivity until Rrog mentioned it. I just assumed they all connected the same way. Silly me lol.

I have a denon receiver "for now", not separates. So it sounds like the REL is more versatile and less involving to setup than the Vandersteens. I've read nothing but rave reviews on the Vandy and RELs. Can't say the same about the SC Reference, when it comes to the music aspect. Now to just find a good deal on a REL.
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Thanks audiofreak32. Just saw your post. Yeah I'm gonna go with REL.
mt10425
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Try Vann's.
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Thanks for the tip on Vanns Mt10425...I saw a Rel listing on there yesterday I believe. Will check it out.
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