Comparison between Sunfire and REL subs ????

REL IMHO makes a much better sub. The Sunfire subs are great for HT, but for two channel the RELs are much better. I have had the Sunfire True Signature and the REL Storm III. The REL was a big step up from the Sunfire.

KF

Apples and oranges, again. Well, not really, but they are quite different. This is typical, like I've said before. Most, haven't had the listening experience with the Architectural series, and assume it's the same as the "True" line. It's not. The Sunfire True Signature is not the same (at all) as the Architectural. One is HT and one is specifically designed as a two channel music baby. The Architectural is tighter, faster, and more musical than the True. It's amazing and not talked about, enough.

I find Sunfire a bit more "aggressive" in nature than REL...this could also be slightly exaggerated due to the REL being a more laid-back, Brit sound sub...both are very clean and musical...and considering there are really only a handful of decent subs out there...worth considering...they both mate well with Maggies and Quads....which is probably the highest recommendation I can give..

I guess I would need to hear a REL unit to compare. The Architectural Sunfire was awesome with my Maggies. I couldn't imagine that the REL would sound better. It's a different situation when your living out in the boone docks. Not being able to audition different upper end items. But one does get curious after they read good articles about products. I appreciate all of the opinions once again. I had better stay with what I know with my own ears. Thanks again................

I am currently using a stereo pair of The Sunfire Signature sub with my MG 3.5/R with excellent results. Properly configured and positioned Sunfire Signatures are very musical, extended with excellent definition and articulation.

I found the Sunfire mcuh easier to blend than the RELs (Strata, Storms, Stadiums) in my listening room (suspended wood floor). The down firing RELs were always too "boomy" and were difficult to integrate because of the absence of a continuously variable phase control (either 0/180 degrees). Whereas, the Sunfire's Phase control can be varied continuously (from 0 to 180)

I feel very strongly, that the negative propaganda re the Sunfire subs, are mostly due to poor placement (need to be away from room boundaries) and incorrect setup (volume too high, phase not properly adjusted).

In my experience, the Sunfire Signature is better in every respect (except for appearance) than the Architectural series. The Architectural series is not as extended and does not have the same sense of ease and control.