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What subwoofer to choose for 2 ch and HT combined

I'm interested in finding a subwoofer that blends very nicely for 2 channel music yet delivers convincing base for home theater. I've heard very good things about the James, REL, Velodyne, and a few others but haven't really listened to many in a high end system. I will use for both 2 channel and HT systems but 2 channel is my dominant interest.

The sound of my system tends towards the warmer side with all Meadowlark speakers, VTL Amps, Ayre CD, and EAD Pre-Pro running analog through for 2 channel. My budget is under $3000. Thanks in advance for your advice.
sthelmke
dbld
297 posts
 
I am also keenly interested in learning about good subs for music 1st and HT 2nd. I too have heard good things about James, REL, Velodyne, and Martin Logan subs.

Something else to look at is using Velodyne's SMS-1 to help tune a sub. The SMS-1 seems to be a great tool for integrating the sub to your mains as well as the room itself.

BTW, does anyone have experience with SVS subs? How do they compare to any others mentioned...particularly for music?
rockadanny
1,037 posts
 
I auditioned REL, Martin-Logan, Polk, B&W, etc. and decided on one I never heard before: ACI Titan. After reading so many positive reviews I took a chance and ordered one. (They are returnable if not satisfied.) I think it is the best sounding (most musical) sub of them all. Build and sound are top-notch quality. And Mike Dzurko (owner of ACI) is a top-notch audio guy. Check them out at:
http://www.audioc.com/speakers1/titan/titan.htm
You will NOT be disappointed.
Here is a picture of mine (rose walnut wood):
http://cgim.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/vs.pl?vstrt&1133881069&viewitem&o4
launche
73 posts
 
I'll second the ACI subs
But for the extra HT kick I would go with the Maestro (15" sealed), it's what I use and works very well for music and HT.

From the website: Building on the legendary musicality of the Titan and Force subs, we are proud to bring you the Maestro!

For years, our customers asked us for this sub. A sub that can be just plain scary in a high performance home theater. Enter the Maestro: This powerhouse has all the musicality as the Titan and Force, but with a real attitude. The Maestro has an acoustical output at 18Hz that is equivalent to almost four Titans.
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