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Sub suggestions please

I just got a pair of JBL L100 Classics (I have seen that they are controversial here, but I love the look, and am impressed with the sound...I'm a happy camper).  They are connected to the Cambridge CXA61, and I run a Technics SL1600 with a Grado Prestige Green3 cart, and a Cambridge Alva Duo preamp, and Cambridge CD transport (CXC V2).  My sub is a Klipsch Reference Series 12", which I like, but it doesn't aesthetically work with the JBLs.   I'm considering the REL Classic 98, Sonus Faber Gravis II, or the SVS SB-3000 (I was told I could get it in a walnut veneer, but haven't actually seen that.  Walnut is important in this case).  Any seconds on one of those options?  Any alternates I should consider at $1,500 or less (I am perfectly satisfied with pre-owned)? 

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gkelly
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Find some vinyl wrap on the web and cover the Klipsch with it, then save up for two of them 98’s or the 99’s even. Life needs to be lived.

dtorc
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I have a pair of Volti Razz horn speakers. The bass is pretty good in my room, but bottom out around 35-38 hz. Also, the bass is just a little - imprecise? I'm sure it is a room issue, not a Volti issue.

I decided to try a sub, to go just a bit lower, and to focus the pitch a little. My first try worked great - a KEF KC92. It is small, but very mighty. Two woofers, both facing outwards, each with its own 500 wpc amp. It has clever DSP settings that really worked in my room. And the blend is better than I hoped. I love its size, it wonderful tone, and the fact that it is easy to blend with the room and with the main speakers. 

I'd take a listen, if you can...

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travelinjack
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See if you can swing two SVS SB-2000 Pro.  The app makes adjusting them easier and having two should reduces node and dips.

incorrigable
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Horizontally opposed dual 15 inch  Rhythmik G25HP. 

mike4597
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I have a pair of Rhytmik F12s that made a huge difference in the music reproduction with my Fyne F-702s, which have only 8” woofers.  Not available in walnut, but the walnut vinyl wrap suggestion from gkelly has me thinking.  Price was right at under $2500 for the pair.

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