SVS or Velodyne

Which velodyne? I have the ct-100 matched to a pair of B&W cdm1nt's and I think it's a little boomy. I have seen nothing but good reviews on the SVS, and for the price it seems to be a good buy, but they are sooooo big. Alot of people are now saying that the REL is one of the best subs out there now so before I buy my next sub, I'm gonna listen to one of those.

Haven't hear SVS, but plan one when I get enough $$$. There are so many Velodyne's and some will sound good/bad depending on the room/setup.

Good luck deciding.

Henry,

You should check out:

http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/main.html

This link is to the Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity. There is a new subwoofer shootout posted there in which the reviewer tested a bunch of subs, including the big $3,000 Velodyne and the SVS Ultra.

I thought about buying an SVS, but in the end I didn't like the looks and they aren't the most flexible--no crossover, phase, etc. However, if you are looking for reference SPL levels for film soundtracks, they seem like serious subs.

I ended up with a Von Schweikert S/3 and I'm very happy.

Good Luck

vmps - no x-over, no amplification. you get to choose your own, it will be far higher quality, far more flexible, & the total cost of the set-up will be a fraction of anything sonically equivalent.

doug s.

Forgetaboutit. Get a REL.