I think that bdp24 for has raised points that seal the deal for the Rythmik 12G over Vandersteen 2wg as to the bass response and appropriate for jazz and fusion jazz (some R&B and little classical) which I listen to mostly. I am a bass player, both contrabass and electric bass (5 string mostly) and I need to hear those low frequencies well and strong. The frequency of low E is aprox 31 Hz and low C on contrabass with C extension (used mostly by classical bass players) is aprox. 33 Hz and low B on 5 string and 6 string basses aprox. 31 Hz, and low A on piano is 27.5 Hz. I need to hear these clearly and with authority therefore 2 Rythmik 12G-SEs should work well for me. This model has the paper cone driver. Looking for dealer in southern California Los Angeles county. Do these ever show up on Audiogon? I need to hear these but almost willing to buy on what I know now from responses here. I am investing in RTA and calibrated mic to help with placement. I now have authority to move sub to space for my basses and keyboard behind listening area in living room and in dining alcove a living room connected area making L shape to living room an extra 80 sq ft to living room. Really looking forward to new subs.
Subwoofer Decision
I have narrowed my search to two choices though I am sure I will get comments steering me away from these.
Contrast Rythmik Audio 12G with Vandersteen 2Wq. I would like to get only one though I know a pair are best choice. Could maybe afford 2 Rythmik, but only 1 Vandersteen for now. The subwoofer would support Dali Helicons (4 ohms) biwired and driven by 2 mono McIntosh MC 252's at 500 watts each into 4 ohms. Living room size aprox. 24'x16'x8' placement not centered on 16' wall due to furniture (wife) constraints must stay put. Subwoofer placement needs also to stay there as well, I know this limits possible best choice for placement, my bad. There is room behind, next to, and between speakers. Any help help is appreciated.
Contrast Rythmik Audio 12G with Vandersteen 2Wq. I would like to get only one though I know a pair are best choice. Could maybe afford 2 Rythmik, but only 1 Vandersteen for now. The subwoofer would support Dali Helicons (4 ohms) biwired and driven by 2 mono McIntosh MC 252's at 500 watts each into 4 ohms. Living room size aprox. 24'x16'x8' placement not centered on 16' wall due to furniture (wife) constraints must stay put. Subwoofer placement needs also to stay there as well, I know this limits possible best choice for placement, my bad. There is room behind, next to, and between speakers. Any help help is appreciated.