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Subwoofer opinion badly needed!

Hi. I'm looking for a sub to be used primarily for MUSIC (say, 98% of the time), that costs under $500, and will be used in a small/mid-sized room (approx. 18x12') with the following: Harmon Kardon AVR20II receiver Infinity RS225 (reference series speakers) I've had the following recommended but am still uncertain and would really like some 'sound' opinions. Keep in mind the main use is for music. Thanks!
matt_stutts26147
matt_stutts26147 OP
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sorry, I forgot to add what those 'recommended' subs were: Velodyne CT-100 (i've been told not the best for music) Paradigm PDR10 ACI Quake HSU VT-2 (i've read this breaks down sometimes) Mission 700ASi M&K V75 Mark II Polk 350
eldragon
707 posts
 
ACI "Titan" II, check them out, good sound, good price!
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nathanu
93 posts
 
Used REL Strata
sedond
1,387 posts
 
vmps - by *far* the best low-end for the money - & mebbe even if cost-is-no-object, imho. ya need outboard amplification, tho, but *still* the best/dollar, even w/amplification/x-over costs included. while i usually search for used/closeout/demo bargains in stereo equipment, i bought my vmps larger subs brand-new - *still* better than the competion's used prices, i tink... again, this is my opinion only! :>) doug
sugarbrie
3,854 posts
 
Used may be the way to go for <$500. For used look for a REL, or Vandersteen 2W. Monitor Audio makes a couple inexpensive subs that list for about $700 (ASW110) and $1000 (ASW210) that have gotten decent reviews. B&W ASW 2000 OK for music too.
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