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Subwoofer questions -- music only

I have a wonderful pair of Von Schweikert VR-1 standmount monitors that I currently augment with a single Martin Logan Abyss subwoofer. I'm curious about running a stereo sub configuration.

I'm not a bass freak, although I recognize the need for that octave below 60 Hz or so. I would like to hear what benefits stereo subwoofers might provide. I also don't have an unlimited budget. So . . . can anyone recommend a pair of subs at $1,000 or less that I might compare to my single Abyss? One choice would obviously be another Abyss. Is there something better at that price point? Again, I don't really care about pipe organ music, so a 10" sub would probably suffice, but I do need the ability to come off my amp OR my preamp. Thoughts? Thanks.
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zmanastronomy
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I used a single Velodyn Optimum 8 for several months.
I purchased a second and was very happy with the results.
I'm not a bass freak either, but the stereo bass was better in imaging and fullness. It just sounded better all the way around. More coherent. I thought the single sub was omni present until I put the second one in. Good luck in your venture.
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zmanastronomy
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The Velodyne Optimum 8's were $1300 each when new.
You can find them for $500 each used here on Agon.
Myself and several other audiophiles have mentioned that they're the most musical and well integrated sub they've ever heard. So It can be done for $1000.
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