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What to look for in a sub?

I've been pretty happy with my HT setup using a Yamaha RX-V1, a mix set of speakers from Definitive, Paradigm, Acoustic Research, and a really old Fosgate subwoofer. (Most of the fund goes to the 2-channel audio setup) I am moving to a new house with a smaller living room, and the sub is too big. (30"W x 30"L x 15" H) I need to find a replacement sub that will fit into the new living room. What criteria should I look for in a sub? Also any suggestions for a good sub (new or used) in the $800 range would be greatly appreciated, active or passive. (I currently have a Marantz 50w monoblock driving the Fosgate).
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I've been through a few subs recently, Sunfire, HSU, Velodyne, and here's what I settled on: A Pinnacle Baby boomer for music crossed over at 80hz via a M&K external passive filter. I have the 10" cube located between my Axiom M60's, together they sound awesome on music.

For Home theater in addition to the Axiom's and Pinnacle, I have the Earthquake SuperNovaIV 12" sub placed right behind my couch and oh my God, it ROCKS the concrete foundation on movies.

In short, the Pinnacle is great for music, and the Earthquake blows away everything else I've tried for HT. And for a 15" cube that is amazing!

Good Luck, let us know what you ended up with!

PatrickS
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