Clearly several people responding have no clue about bass. I have Emerald Physics 3.0s (2 way 12" open baffle- super efficient) in a large room and get ample bass. If I wanted more I could add 1-2 subs, but that only complicates overall sound reproduction. Also, look to amp preamp, dac, and/or source, cables...
What type of speaker would sound better?
1. mid-tier 3 way with multiple lower quality drivers and parts OR
2. High end 2-way with premium crossover parts and speaker drivers.
Either one could be a stand mount, small tower, or anything in between.
For example you listen to a well recorded symphony in a 15 X 30 living room. You have 250w @ 8ohms. You start on a mid tier 3-way and then on a high end 2-way system, which do you think would sound better?