SVS or REVEL Subwoofer

Revel makes speakers (or at least did so in the past) and REL makes subwoofers/ I assume you mean REL. That’s the brand I would get over SVS. As a side note, we have a dealer here in Ohio who did carry SVS. The partnership went south because (according to the dealer) the company started selling direct at a lower price than the dealer could offer??? No a really reputable thing to do IMO.

drlou77

I have Rythmik dual subs for my 2 channel system. I don’t have a home theatre at all so I didn’t look at multi use subs. I think REL works very well for your intentions. If it were me, I would try REL without question. Perhaps your dealer could allow you a short in home trial. That would build up confidence in the brand and your dealer? If I didn’t own Rythmik, I would go with REL. The 1510 looks like a beast!!!

I would agree with soix that two subs are really better than one. But my experience with SVS was not great. After several years my PB12/NSD2 stopped working. It was out of warranty but I wanted to get it fixed. SVS didn't want to fix it at all. They wanted me to buy another subwoofer from them. In fact I offered to deliver the non-working subwoofer to their doorstep. Nope. Of course you can buy whatever sub you like. I say choose wisely. That was my experience with the company.

drlou77

The point made about 2 subwoofers  being too much for your room is a very valid point by rick-n

There is a guy on youtube who reviews many, many subwoofers. He reviewed both the SVS and REL. His review of the HT/1510 is one that should be informative. Name is Nemo Propaganda. Check him out...

rick_n offers sound advice.

Let your dealer help you without bullying you. Giving him/her the measurements of your room, treatments, type of equipment you have, tastes, stereo vs HT listening, etc. They are the most experienced at these kinds of decisions. And if he/she is a GOOD dealer, you will be allowed to test drive any unit in your home. Don’t forget to ask which brand will back up service and support the best. That can be a crucial consideration that many audiophiles overlook. Also Nemo Propaganda does comparison videos which are also informative. Ultimately it's your call... good luck.

drlou77,

I can't imagine that beast of a sub will not do the job well. Enjoy and after it's dialed in ...let us know how well it's working out.