subwoofer suggestions

If you're concerned about losing money by buying a sub which you cannot demo and then not liking it then get a used REL. Almost cetainly you'll like it, and in the unlikely event you don't you can resell for the same price. I've also heard many people rave about ACI Titan 2 ... and ACI apparently has a good home demo policy. I have never heard the Vandersteen, but they seem to sell well used, so you could probably do the same as with the REL ... buy and try ... sell if you don't like it.

Kirk may be right: if you are interested in HT set-up. Pl see my thread in Music category under 'Below 20Hz notes....' where my recent purchase of REL subwoofer et-up is discussed. If you are perfectionist, you may need stereo subwoofers for correct imaging. A pair of Strata (or storm III) if budget permits may workout. At least storm III that I have has very very good bass performance bothe for music and HT( just done watching the 'Fast and Furious'- amazingly clear and punchy)However the music set-up is tricky.

Jeffc, I forgot to mention in above post. Call Ambrosia Audio Video in Bel Air 310-440-5522, Adam, they will help you out. Very good prices and customer service. No I am not connected to the store, just a happy customer.

Jeffc,

If you are looking for a sub that has tight but not boomy bass, I agree with sdcampbell, on the Vandersteen 2Wq. It blends seamlessly and adds a bottom end that you didn't know your were missing. Vandersteen also make a HT version of the 2Wq called the V2W. It adds a 12" passive radiator for additional punch in movies. As for me, I have both mated to my Magnepan/JM Lab HT/Stereo.

For REL I would suggest to go to sumikoaudio.com and contact with them.