I agree with the last post. Try to find a used REL or a used pair of Kinergetics subs. Those are awsome and because they are out of buisness the price has dropped enough that you may hit your budget. I don't recomend the B&W, it isn't fast enough. I am a B&W dealer too. As for "theater subs" that can sound good I like Energy. (Only the 10" and 12" ones)