Short list of musical subwoofers


I plan to invest a "musical" subwoofer to augment the music listening experience of my current two-channel sound system. After a few digging over the acting forum and on-line reviews, it seems the following budgetary sealed (primarily) subwoofers are often mentioned and raved:

- Rythmic L12 (18Hz; sealed, servo controlled; 300 watts RMS; $609);

- RSL Speedwoofer 10S (24Hz; front ported; 350 watts; $428);

- Rel T5x (8 in; 32Hz@-6db; 125 watts; $680)

- SVS SB 1000 (24Hz, sealed; 300 watts; $450) or 2000 (19Hz; sealed; 500 watts; $600);

All above claim to have quick, accurate bass that is good for music listening. Rel, although not being able to extend to 20Hz, has been highly rated for easy integration into the sound system. I am not even sure if being able to get down low and/or the wattage of the active amp are critical to the musical application. My living room is about 25 ft wide and 20 ft deep. I do have limited budget but if others are warranted for a higher price tag in your opinion I am willing to bump up the budget. You inputs are highly appreciated.

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Actually 800 post ago but I do see you mix it up a lot on this forum so your error is forgiven 

Big rel above 800 series good. cheap rel more like tin can. Competition better under 800. I own 11 sub.

Too bad so few have heard the GR Research/Rythmik OB/Dipole Sub. Nothing else like it on the market.

 

While I sympathize with wanting advice, this is probably the most uselessly phrased question possible.

"Musical" is entirely subjective.  You can find people happy with every type and brand of subwoofer. 

I had two JL Audio 110E subwoofers.  They integrated quite well.   Couldn't tell if you would find them musical or not, though.

Guys, 

before speaking about manufacturers and/or models you should better consider Mother Nature first, for instance by this gentleman here

 

And its part 2:

 

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