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Sub suggestions please

I just got a pair of JBL L100 Classics (I have seen that they are controversial here, but I love the look, and am impressed with the sound...I'm a happy camper).  They are connected to the Cambridge CXA61, and I run a Technics SL1600 with a Grado Prestige Green3 cart, and a Cambridge Alva Duo preamp, and Cambridge CD transport (CXC V2).  My sub is a Klipsch Reference Series 12", which I like, but it doesn't aesthetically work with the JBLs.   I'm considering the REL Classic 98, Sonus Faber Gravis II, or the SVS SB-3000 (I was told I could get it in a walnut veneer, but haven't actually seen that.  Walnut is important in this case).  Any seconds on one of those options?  Any alternates I should consider at $1,500 or less (I am perfectly satisfied with pre-owned)? 

faxmebeer
12many
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I will keep up the Audiogon tradition of giving advice you didn't ask for.  Are you sure you need a sub?   I was of the opinion that the JBL L100 Classics had great bass that was well-synced with the mid and tweeter of that classic speaker.  You know best - I had two Rythmic subs and don't feel I need them anymore.  

faxmebeer OP
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Good point 12many!  I ran my system with the sub turned off for a while when I first hooked up the JBLs, and I agree that the bass is very nice from those, alone.  But, then I turned on the sub...and it is just that bit better to my ear and my soul.  I am sure that, for a lot of guys, the JBLs would be plenty good without the additional support.  

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stereo5
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I own the JBL Classic speakers and the bass is not that great,, specs put the bass response at 40hz.  I am using a SVS 2000 sub and it works wonders.  JBL makes subwoofers to compliment the L100 speakers starting at $600.00.  They did not make them when I bought the speakers in 2020. They are designed to work with the JBL speakers.  Music Direct has 4 or 5 different JBL subs.  I would call them and ask for recommendations before buying anything. 

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