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Short list of musical subwoofers

I plan to invest a "musical" subwoofer to augment the music listening experience of my current two-channel sound system. After a few digging over the acting forum and on-line reviews, it seems the following budgetary sealed (primarily) subwoofers are often mentioned and raved:

- Rythmic L12 (18Hz; sealed, servo controlled; 300 watts RMS; $609);

- RSL Speedwoofer 10S (24Hz; front ported; 350 watts; $428);

- Rel T5x (8 in; 32Hz@-6db; 125 watts; $680)

- SVS SB 1000 (24Hz, sealed; 300 watts; $450) or 2000 (19Hz; sealed; 500 watts; $600);

All above claim to have quick, accurate bass that is good for music listening. Rel, although not being able to extend to 20Hz, has been highly rated for easy integration into the sound system. I am not even sure if being able to get down low and/or the wattage of the active amp are critical to the musical application. My living room is about 25 ft wide and 20 ft deep. I do have limited budget but if others are warranted for a higher price tag in your opinion I am willing to bump up the budget. You inputs are highly appreciated.

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Vandersteen  Rel

 Both High level with their own advantages.

Most folks never heard of Vandertones a group of 11 bass warble tones for adjustments with Vandersteen Sub 3 and others 11 left ch 11 Right ch

Hey its real simple most above may not understand each room varies and has a big peak at the room resonance measured at the listening chair. the new  Vandersteen Sub 3 / Quatro and above use a simple analog adjustment with no processing in the signal path.This not only nips the room issue in the bud but offers a unique High pass crossover when connected to your amp removes its heavy bass lifting, further lowering modulation distortion in your main speakers dramatically increasing the clarity and transparency of the whole system.

 its not how low ya go its how ya go low!

Best JohnnyR                                                                                     Vandersteen Rel dealer

 

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