I've used Rel subs for 20-25 yrs and have never seen a reason to change. I'm also a drummer who has sat near the bass amp for a long time. I know what a bass guitar (or stand up) sounds like. Rel produces that sound. But more importantly, its the ease of integration and the effect the Rels have on the main speakers. The sound from the mains becomes as if you had upgraded them. It give more of all the good things you now hear from them
I haven't listened to all the subs available. But I don't need to do so because of my extensive time spent listening to and playing live music. I can heartily recommend the Rel. One sub is adequate but two subs are better. You will need to size them properly for your room & system.