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Looking for a musical subwoofer @ $500>

Had some thoughts, but figured I would ask here as I was given some great advice for my previous amp/preamp questions: https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/amp-preamp-or-avr-for-home-stereo-and-entertainment

System sounds great btw! Parasound A23, Integra 80.3, KEF Carina II's, Technics turn table, and a Blu Ray Player. 

Anyhoo - I could use some more bass. The KEFs get down to 55hz but a lot of my music goes lower and I don't want to compromise... to a point. 

Looking for a sub capable up 25-30hz on the low end with anywhere from 8-12" driver for less that $500. I came across the Klipsch R-12SW and the reviews were stellar, especially for the price. Want this for music more than Home Theater, but both would be nice. I've even read that the Pioneer SW-8 or 10 is a fine unit for the price. 
I know of names like Sunfire and Velodyne, but I wonder if it's worth buying into those companies if I can only afford the lower end products.

Also, my guess is that buying a used subwoofer is like buying a used race car... expect it to be driven, hard. 

Thanks in advance!
samgoldenberg

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stfoth
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OP--I've had a couple of SVS over the years and don't think you could go wrong with a sealed one for the money and return policy.  Maybe also consider the smaller sealed Rythmik for music in or around the budget.

If you have time and are handy, DIY and/or a passive with a separate amp could be an option.

I think those will probably be more "musical" than a lot of others in that price-range, but, if you are seismic bass-head and are willing to sacrifice, a ported SVS or HSU won't likely do you wrong.

I have a similar HSU and a similar Klipsch, both about 3-4 years old.  Neither made the cut for music for me and so are getting infrequent use for movies--the HSU significantly outperforming the Klipsch.

Not familiar with the Outlaw.

I may be an exception, but none of my subs get driven hard.
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