Subwoofer recommendation for jazz and rock

(1) The subwoofer is connected via long run RCA terminated ICs from the preamp outs on the integrated and plugged into the active subwoofer amp matched inputs.

(2) as far as sonic signature goes,many quality build subs will perform yeoman services. REL is just one brand in a "pick 'em" arena.

The main consideration that I and my cronies have experienced is to pick a quality build in the $1500+ price strata for 2 channel integration , but buy it used for a considerable cost saving.

The cheap subwoofer kit invariably can slide into wooly and boominess that can weather through the booms and crashes for HT soundtrack but is a sensitive irritant for 2 channel.

I have two subs - one for HT and one for 2 channel.

I was recommended to scope out the VANDERSTEEN 2Wq sub after the usual REL, B&W, LINN, and lengthy parade of contenders and pretenders.

My dealer recommended it, I auditioned it, I then compared it in an A-B inhouse shoot-out audition and I bought the VANDY for its superior performance.....FWIW....

check out the review: VANDERSTEEN 2WQ sub ....highly recommended

http://www.audiophilia.com/hardware/2wqsub.htm

Adnan-

REL is the best sub period. It will integrate well w/ your existing system- no problem. Demo the various models to find the right fit for your ears!

Keep me posted & Happy Listening!

I was in the same situation a little over a month ago. I purchased a pair of SVS SB13 Ultra subs. The other sub I recommend trying is the Rythmik Audio F15HP.

The REL system of "high level" input presents an extremely high impedance signal to the speaker jacks of your amp (i.e. the amp doesn't feel much or any speaker load from the REL) which is unusual but works well…and doesn't require long RCAs, just a single speaker wire utilizing 3 conductors to a Speakon plug). A few years ago I bought a Q150e for 200 bucks used (needed a grill…meh…) and it's an amazing thing that provides all the bass I need in my medium large room…I also am a jazz freak and the REL can really charge a room with an appropriate level of lows that simply make the whole sound feel far more realistic.

I also have the REL Q105E and it is amazing. You don't even know it's there until you turn it off.