best subwoofer for less than $1000

response to Sdcampbell
*i do 50% music and 50 movies so the sub miust be able to do both well. I own nearly 1000 cds and listen to mos of them in all genres
*I want a powered subwoofer (easier fiddle with for me)
*main speakers are wharfedale opus 2s and go to 30Hz comfortably.
*my room is 28'L by 22'w with 8' ceilings

do it right and you don't need a subwoofer
"Von Schweikert"

Anyone know when the new Hsu HO series is shipping?

I'd take an ACI or HSU over SVS for SQ. But a SVS 1st if SPLs is your concern.

-rel starta III (great intergration) for music
-Sunfire signiture for movies(small footprint and teffifying)
-James sub (good mix for music and movies)

all are about $800 to $1000 used..

How about a Velodyne HGS12 (look for make 2)? I use 2 in my music system and each can be had for around $900 used. Not the last word in sheer output but very nice for the price.