2-way speaker with best bass


I know all the arguments about how crossovers can screw up loudspeakers, and hence the many inherent advantages of 2-ways over multi-driver designs. But there comes a point where the laws of physics can only be bent so far...

So... what IYO is the 2-way speaker that most successfully plumbs the depths, that provides the best full, but "tight and tuneful", bass, with good pitch definition, without completely messing up the higher registers?

For the moment, let's not worry about how this achievement might affect impedance and sensitivity.
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Debates on MiniII vs V3 has been a long and endless one in other forums, imo, they are both excellent speakers. Speaking of bass, yes, the V3 may slightly outdo the MiniII in terms of punch and overall ability to drive bigger rooms, but in pitch and definition, I'd still give the nod to the MiniII. Finally then, it boils down to taste and preferences of the be'hear'der. I did not previously mention the latter as they are irrelevant to 'title' of this thread.

And as for the Kharmas, admittedly I did not have as much exposures to qualify proper judgement, but the few encounters I've had with them were actually quite pleasingly impressive. Though ultimately, far from the wanting to replace my Magicos as yet.
You did not mention any restrictions on speaker size so I am going to suggest the Emerald Physics CS-2's. They are a floor standing 2 way with an active digital crossover and require biamping. They are rated to 20 hz on the bottom end and the bass has outstanding pitch and extension. (2) 15 inch bass drivers in an open baffle design per speaker so they can really move some air. They do require significant driver break in time when new, particularly the tweeter. They also need to be at least 3 feet into the room as per the manufacturers set up instructions.
Dunno if it is the absolute best bass, but I bought a pair of Model 19s recently, had to re-solder some of the wiring to the crossover, finally got that done today and WOW! "BIG" sound at a great price. I have not found something else I would prefer at the price point.
That's right . . . "2-way" doesn't have to mean "bookshelf". Try a pair of JBL 4435s.