SUBWOOFER FOR MUSIC

At the $800 to $1500 used price range, I would recommend the Bag End Infrasub 18" subwoofer first. Extremely tight and musical sub that faithfully reproduces down to 8Hz. Not many subs out there can even go down to 20Hz much less 8Hz. You can find a used one here usually for about $800.

Next would be the Triad Platinum 18 inch sub. Musically just a step down from the Bag End.

I've auditioned the Bag End for several weeks and really enjoyed it's presentation. I had no idea a sub, especially an 18 inch sub could be so tight and yes musical.

I ended up going with the Triad Platinum because it's sonic were also quite good but it had a few more configuration bells and whistles.

The REL subs are supposedly highly rated but they are typically in a higher price category.

The sub is the most controversial component for music systems so get ready for many varied opinions.

The Vanderteen and REL are pitch accurate and very musical as they have multiple small drivers and are very "fast".Not sure if the Bag End would be as quick and musical.I have heard though that the Revel sub has a big driver (15"?18"?) but it is also very good for music.So many subs out there do well with HT but not music.If your budget is tight an HSU or NHT Sub One seems pretty good for dough.

Go to AdireAudio.com. Look up the sub named RAVA. Do a search on AudioAsylum.com for the RAVA sub as well as Hometheaterforum.com. Become impressed. Become excited. Purchase the sub. If you don't like it you can return it within 30 days (check that out for sure). It has received rave reviews across the net and the owner and creator Dan Wiggins is highly respected in the subwoofer and speaker circles.

Good Luck.

I am thinking of Paradigm Servo-15..any ideas about this subwoofer??

The Servo 15 is in another league compared to the REL or Vandersteen...the minor league. Don't fall into the trap of matching the aesethics or names of the product line.

Sorry if my comment is blunt...

Paul