Help Choosing Subwoofers


I have a 7.1 home theatre system consisting of (2) B&W 805S (Front), (2) HTM4S (Center), (4) SCMS (Side & Rear). I currently have (2) ASW675 as subwoofers (I upgraded from a 600 series system a while back … except these). I have a couple requirements that exclude the ASW825 which was my original choice. My room is fairly large so I will probably get two subs again - the 675's just aren't cutting it on "larger" material. I would like something that goes lower and has more output (punch); that being said my system does not go to deafening levels.

My physical requirements are:
18" maximum height & width
24" maximum depth
Front firing driver

Not a requirement but natural cherry goes real well in my room (probably wouldn't go for black). The ASW750 does meet all the requirements but I haven't heard them, I'm also not stuck on B&W for subs so fire away (so to speak). Oh, and maximum budget for the pair would be $5000.

So any recommendations are very welcome and thanks for your ideas ...
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Thanks for the ideas guys, the 750 was on my list and I think I can get my dealer to loan me one to audition. Haven't heard of the Alon's or MJ's but I'll do some reading, thanks again.
Doesn't look like I could get a pair of DD-15's but maybe the 12's. However reading about the Nola (current name for Alon) ThunderBolt III has me intrigued. Looks like they would work well in my HT system and if I ever wanted to try they would also mate well with the Maggies in my two channel system (and the size & finish are perfect). Only problem is the dealer's about 125 miles away, but I think I can find a reason to get out that way.

Thanks again for the suggestions.
Thanks for all the ideas. I sold the 675's and ordered a pair of Nola Thunderbolt III's, I'll let you know how they sound (still have to wait another week or so).