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REL Vs SVS for 2 channel music listening

I have Zu Omen Defs connected to a NuForce STA200 (class a/b) amp. REL has suggested a T9/i https://rel.net/shop/subwoofers/serie-ti/t9i/

SVS has a cheaper SB-2000 which seems to be closer for half the price https://www.svsound.com/products/sb-2000

I've read numerous places that REL is way overpriced and SVS is great for music. I am aware of Zu's subs...would like to keep the price under a grand if possible. 


Opinions?
aberyclark
aberyclark OP
1,355 posts
 
The Sumiko's actually look like nice subs. Yes, they seem to be a REL copycat (Sumiko use to distribute REL).
chazzzy007
540 posts
 
In very broad terms the larger the driver,  the deeper it will go and the louder it will play without distorting. Conversely in very broad terms, the smaller the driver the more dextrous it will tend to be but will not go as deep. If you take a look at the entire REL line-up,  I believe they have 9 subwoofers total. 

Part of the REL philosophy is to find the subwoofer match for your speaker system and listening area. I'd suggest heading over to a shop that carries both SVS and REL and listen to them in a 2 channel system. 
aberyclark OP
1,355 posts
 
Well i ordered the svs sb2000.  An audiophile friend I trust told me the SVS blends really nice with 2 channel and i should buy another if all goes well.  So we’ll see. Ill report back once up and running
willemj
1,036 posts
 
Don't forget to treat yourself to an Antimode 8033 room eq as well.
aberyclark OP
1,355 posts
 
Don't forget to treat yourself to an Antimode 8033 room eq as well.
Does the Antimode just control the EQ/DSP portion or does it adjust volume of sub as well? I'm thinking of picking one up at only $300 or so. From what I gather, I should set sub up as normal for best sound, THEN run the Antimode for auto eq, etc adjustments.
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