Vandersteen V2Q subwoofer...
they are sealed enclosures that are designed differently; they have superior first order crossovers: and they are built differently in that they utilize three 8-inch small drivers instead of one larger unit for greater power-to-weight ratio and better diaphragm control.
NOTE: the HT version is a DIFFERENT model (V2W) than the 2-channel model (2WQ)
Two versions of the 2W subwoofer are available, each engineered and optimized for specific situations.
The 2Wq receives its input from the power amplifier and is designed to maintain maximum sonic continuity between the subwoofers and main speakers in all music and home theater systems where a crossover can be inserted between the preamplifier/processor and the main power amplifier.
The V2W accepts line-level inputs exclusively ["LFE"] and is designed for home theater systems with integrated processor/amplifier units where the bass is handled by a line-level subwoofer channel.
Google the great reviews. These include:
(1) AUDIOPERFECTIONIST
http://vandersteen.com/media/files/Reprints/2wqReviewAudioPerfectionist.pdf
".... Best Value
In my opinion, the Vandersteen 2WQ is the best subwoofer available for reproducing music regardless of price, and the price is a mere $1,250 each! If thats not a bargain, Im a bad shopper. I have four 2WQ subwoofers and theyre not on long term loan; I bought them. I want the best possible performance and Im willing to pay for it, but if the product that offers the best sound quality also costs less, I wont complain...."
(2) AUDIOPHELIA
http://www.audiophilia.com/hardware/2wqsub.htm
(3) SOUNDSTAGE
http://www.soundstage.com/video/revequip/vandersteen_theater.htm
highly recommended.
they are sealed enclosures that are designed differently; they have superior first order crossovers: and they are built differently in that they utilize three 8-inch small drivers instead of one larger unit for greater power-to-weight ratio and better diaphragm control.
NOTE: the HT version is a DIFFERENT model (V2W) than the 2-channel model (2WQ)
Two versions of the 2W subwoofer are available, each engineered and optimized for specific situations.
The 2Wq receives its input from the power amplifier and is designed to maintain maximum sonic continuity between the subwoofers and main speakers in all music and home theater systems where a crossover can be inserted between the preamplifier/processor and the main power amplifier.
The V2W accepts line-level inputs exclusively ["LFE"] and is designed for home theater systems with integrated processor/amplifier units where the bass is handled by a line-level subwoofer channel.
Google the great reviews. These include:
(1) AUDIOPERFECTIONIST
http://vandersteen.com/media/files/Reprints/2wqReviewAudioPerfectionist.pdf
".... Best Value
In my opinion, the Vandersteen 2WQ is the best subwoofer available for reproducing music regardless of price, and the price is a mere $1,250 each! If thats not a bargain, Im a bad shopper. I have four 2WQ subwoofers and theyre not on long term loan; I bought them. I want the best possible performance and Im willing to pay for it, but if the product that offers the best sound quality also costs less, I wont complain...."
(2) AUDIOPHELIA
http://www.audiophilia.com/hardware/2wqsub.htm
(3) SOUNDSTAGE
http://www.soundstage.com/video/revequip/vandersteen_theater.htm
highly recommended.