Musical Subwoofer for 2-channel system


I am looking augment bass to my 2-channel system. My system consists of:

Bryston 3BSST Power Amplifier (170W RMS/channel)
VTL 2.5 Pre-amplifier
Cambridge Audio 840C V2 CD Player
Custom 2-Way Monitors with Accuton Ceramic Drivers

I am looking for a musical subwoofer around $700. My room is 15x15x10 (LxWxH).
Will a passive subwoofer like the SVS Passive Cylinder 25-31 CS–Plus do a decent job? I am also open to active subs.
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I've narrowed my search to either 2 JL Audio F113 Fathoms or two Velodyne DD 18s. I still haven't decided. Can anyone offer some help?

I excited about the JL Audio for all the great press I've seen lately. I've noticed it is used in several members systems.

The Velodyne's setup routine sounds like it is superior to all others.

The Velodynes' also has a servo mechanism, I'm wondering how effective it is and if this makes it superior to all other subs?

Again I will only be using this in a two channel system for music only.
Please help me decide.
It would be great if anyone knows how to contact Larry Greenhill from Stereophile? He has reviewed and reportedly owned both subs, so I'd love for him to respond.

Thanks,
Steven