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What subwoofers are suited 4 audiophiles

I am looking for an accurate sounding subwoofer that will blend gently into my system and not be so noticed. Just a little boost in the lower registers that will add to my already accurate system. I am looking for an approaching lifelike sound from my set up while listening to jazz and classical and other acoustical vinyl recordings. What brands should I look at?
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lokie
528 posts
 
TBI Magellan

http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews/tbi/tbi.html

Not a boom boom sub. It subtly delivers the missing bottom spectrum with fast and taught bass without drawing attention to itself. It can also go very low. The stand up bass in Jazz quartets sounds natural and full with good pace.

Probably not the best for bass freaks or for pressurizing a big room.
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itball
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There's are lots that seem come to highly recommended by Agoners - Velodyne, REL, James, HSU, ACI - the list goes on. Room size/shape, current electronics and speakers + their in-room bass extension would be useful information to provide so people could give you a better opinion.
pbb
1,140 posts
 
Perennial favourites are REL.
nealrm
68 posts
 
I recommend Essex Audio. They supply the drivers for REL among others. They now produce their own line of subs. I use them with Focal Diva Utopia Be's and love the results.
rysa4
266 posts
 
The UFW-10 from av123.com is considerd a top pick for musicians. Not particularly expensive.
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