Ever think to find a good PASSIVE sub?
I have a very nice system including Conrad Johnson amplifier & Arcam FMJ pre-amp, with an very clean EQ in between.
I had tried 2 or 3 active subs but noticed the same issues with too much low end and boominess no matter how I adjusted the sub.
Years ago I had a design Acoustics PS-SW PASSIVE sub.
I reconnected it and found the audio way more pleasing.
THIS passive sub is very musical while handling any audio source beautifully.
If you like the more extreme low end in action movies, stay powered.
But as a musician & audio buff, I prefer this sub to any of the powered subs I tried. With the passive, equalization and loudness seems way more balanced eliminating the need for constant readjustment of the sub depending on what your listening to.
If you can find a Design Acoustics PS-SW, buy it...you won't regret it!