Totem

Arch - "The One" was designed to push the parameters of what is possible from Vince's Model 1 design. What you get is a bit more of everything. The most notable improvements come in the form of an increased delivery of speed and transparency - with the speaker taking on a much more "tell it like it is" bravado. Although "The One" was never really designed to be much of a 'value component', I nonetheless feel that it holds its mettle well against competitors at its price point.

As for subs; good though as the Storm may be, its not fast enough to keep up with "The One". Look at subs from the likes of REL or MJ Acoustics, for solid matches.

Whatever subs you get, make sure you decouple them from the floor with a wood slab and anchor both the sub and slab with heavy brass footers...you will smile:)

I have to disagree with Rumadian on 'The One' not being a budget component. Yes, it was not designed with that in mind. It was however designed with no expense in mind. At its price point I don't think 'anything' can touch it. I even prefer the sonics of The One over the Mani-2 signature, the latter which I owned. I can't see how they could further optimize the Model 1's design that is not already utilized in The One--it really is THAT good. The espresso finish (root brown) is also beautiful and I wish Totem would add it as an option to all their speakers--then again that wouldn't make The One special, now would it.

Baroque - If "The One" wasn't designed with budget performance in mind - than how can you disagree with my above statement? Heh. I'm glad that you enjoy your set. I hope to bring a pair into my abode someday.

Baroque Lover:
I realized only today that The Ones are only recently available, like Sept 1st. Where did you hear them and did you have a thorough audition of them?
Thanks for your thoughts!