REL Vs SVS for 2 channel music listening


I have Zu Omen Defs connected to a NuForce STA200 (class a/b) amp. REL has suggested a T9/i https://rel.net/shop/subwoofers/serie-ti/t9i/

SVS has a cheaper SB-2000 which seems to be closer for half the price https://www.svsound.com/products/sb-2000

I've read numerous places that REL is way overpriced and SVS is great for music. I am aware of Zu's subs...would like to keep the price under a grand if possible. 


Opinions?
aberyclark
I just put a JL E112 in with my new Vivid 1.5 speakers. I have them turned way down so you don't "hear" them, you just know that they are there. Very satisfied. I considered REL as well. Felt that the SVS was more of a home theater sub.
I also use the Zu Audio Omen Defs, I bought a SVS subwoofer a couple years ago a PB1000, on sale and a super low price. I had difficulty getting it to blend with the Zu speakers. I email SVS and receive a quick reply from the president of the company. Gary Yacoubian. He gave me his phone number and I gave him a call. I told him of my problem and he suggested I talk to the main engineer, so he patched me through to him.  After he listen to me describe my problem he gave me a few suggestions, after I implemented his suggestions I got the SVS dialed in for my two channel music. I thought that is real customer service.
I'm with @contuzzi @ricred1 @crwindy on the JL Audio. More musical.

But likely out of the OP's stated budget unless he/she can score a great deal used.

+1 regarding @crwindy 's post. Less is more. 

Since you seem to be leaning SVS, I second @yogiboy  's recommendation to go with the discontinued SB12 for $400. I'd double up. If you are going with one sub, then the Outlet PB-12Plus in Piano Gloss (with no damage) for $999 is another option.