Which subwoofer should I get?

Thank you one and all. It seems like a “tie” between the REL and Rhythmik subs. I have heard of Rhythmik, but never heard them. One of the things I’m concerned about is having the properly sized sub for my room, which is 19’x17’x9’ (peaked roof design). My listening position is centered on the 19’ side of my room. I too expect to get two subs, but will start with one (for a variety of reasons). Finally, due to pricing, I am planning to buy REL used, but Rhythmik or SVS new. 

REL is the OPPO of the HiFi world, over-hyped because magazines like The Absolute Sound said it was great but many cheaper alternatives do better.

I'll vote for SVS if you want to save a few bucks and like the app.

I'll also throw in the Paradigm XR13 which adds room correction, sound fantastic with music and has a better aesthetic value (comes in a few finishes if that's important)

@mwsl

For your speakers I would recommend avoiding subwoofers and letting them run as they are.

They have 3 x 9 inch woofers and response down to 25Hz driven by a robust powerful amplifier. Unless you want to high pass filter your main speakers (not recommended) the subwoofers will contribute little additional content. Be aware that subwoofer integrations are a compromise and will introduce cancellation and dynamic issues that critical music listeners can detect.  

the elac subwoofers are fantastic fast deep bass and an incredible app

the ds 1200 at 3k is a killer sub for the money

Dave and Troy

audio intellect NJ

elac subwwofer dealer

@ avanti1960

I have listened for many months to my system without a sub, and was able to listen to the system with the SVS home theater (ported bass) sub for about a month. There is no question that the subwoofer added a tangible sense of air and space to the experience. While I love my speakers (!!), I do think that adding a sub will be a positive add.