Best bass response in under $1500 used towers

NHT 3.3's are another option or NHT 2.9, Biamp with NHT SA-3 amp! amazing full range for the right price.

I'll second the NHT 3.3's. Killer bass, but does require some significant muscle to drive it cleanly.

Marco

I haven't found good bass in this price range. I'll try some of the suggested speakers. I've auditioned the Paradigms twice but wasn't blown away by the bass. Maybe room issues. I settled for a small sub with crossover set to about 50Hz. Really adds another dimension to small floor standers.

You really can't go wrong with the Stratus gold is, especiqally used. They're a hell of a speaker

The NHT 3.3's would definitely NOT need a subwoofer.

A bit over your budget, but you may also want to take a listen to the very well-reviewed Gallo Reference III's. I was moderately impressed with them, though not wowed, but I think much of that had to do with the SS amplification in my case. They did exhibit some very tight realistic bass that went plenty low. They offer a sub amp option, though I cannot imagine needing that.

Marco