System


I'm trying to assemble a decent but not overly expensive system. I have Totem Rainmakers, and Triangle 202. Currently I use an inexpensive Yamaha sub. It has been suggested that I get a "fast" sub. I don't know what that means. My budget is limited to $200-400, new or used. My room is about 12x14 Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.
earthquake
I guess what it means is that subs can be much slower than speakers. I had one that could clearly be heard bouncing along behind the music, it was almost comical. In fact I can always hear a slight blurring when a sub is used in a system. A good quality servo driven sub may not be within your budget.
How about some more info on your system, or add a system link to your profile.
This article IMO provides the best description I have seen of what the confusing and seemingly oxymoronic term "fast bass" means.

Regards,
-- Al
I have Triangle speakers and the sub I use is a Velodyne Optimum 8. If you have a large room you might want to look at the 10 or 12. In my small space, the 8 is more than enough.
It's a sealed design that is very fast. It also has a room correcting eq that works very well.