BEST SUB FOR MUSIC

The subwoofer which has consistently been rated as one of the best on the market for MUSIC is the Vandersteen 2Wq. This sub is different than many, in that it has a crossover between the preamp and power amp. The 2Wq integrates seamlessly with a variety of speakers. Widescreen Review magazine reviewed a very large number of subwoofers, and the 2Wq was one of about 5 subs that received the highest ratings for musical presentation (and all other rated factors as well). MSRP for the 2Wq is $1295, and at the price it is a real bargain. For more info about the 2Wq, contact your local Vandersteen dealer, or go to Vandersteen's Web site: www.vandersteen.com

I guess at $2K new it would be the REL Storm III. I would also consider the REL Stadium III. It can be has used for around $2k, the Stadium II even less.

used entecs l2f-20s w/ updates. CANNOT be beat.

rhyno

Save yourself the pain, get a REL (ST series) and forget the rest. You have a very high-quality system which means the servo subs are out (they will sound maddeningly slow and thuddy), and your speakers can easily go full-range so there is no point in screwing up the sound by putting a crossover in there. The REL ST series is by far the most musical sub out there, and will integrate perfectly (use the high-level connection and set the crossover point a lot lower than you think it should be- this means for your speakers, probably around 28-30 Hz!). Don't be put off by the 10" driver, it can do things your ears won't believe. First choice in the $2000 range would be a used Stadium III; next is a new Storm III or used Stadium II. I'm not affiliated with REL, I just think that if you're looking for a MUSIC sub there is no comparison. See www.rel.net.