Vandy or Maggy?

One more thought:

Right at the $2k price point, a pair of sealed SVS 12" subs and a pair of Magnepan MMGs is another option to consider. Lots of folks complain about mating planars to subs, but I've paired MMGs with dual Rythmik subs (just a little too pricey to suggest here) and gotten GREAT results. The MMGs definitely come alive when you relieve them of duty below 80ish herz (my active x-over point) and the full range system might really surprise you with its dynamic capabilities.

Caveat - I use Audyssey's DRC/bass management software in my system which IMHO delivers virtually seamless speaker/subwoofer integration.

I've spent some time in front of all three options and, personally, I'd go that route ahead of either 1.7s or Vandy 2s, but you're still talking about three very good choices here.

Ctspooner , " proper speed ,pitch and tonality sounds like great description of "tunefull" bass to me.

Martykl. that sounds like a great idea with the MMG's, I thought of it myself but didn't think dynamics would change much.
Only problem is I use expensive(for me) MIT speaker cables and I'd have to get another pair to go from subs to speakers, correct?
I've never heard 2 subs connected through speaker connections.

The Dreamcatchers are so good I'm buying a pair of Totem 1 Signature standmounters which just may do me.
Thanks all !

Schubert, I have had more than a passing interest in the Totem 1 Sigs for some time. I will be very interested in how these work out for you! Keep us informed.