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Subwoofer recommendation for jazz and rock

Hi,
I've got a simply setup with a pair of Sonus Faber Concertinos, and a Musical Fidelity A3.2 amp. Source is CD or my Thorens turntable.

I find that I have trouble hearing the bass parts in jazz trios, and that rock can use more... energy. What is a good recommendation for a sub, in keeping with the modesty of the rest of the system?

I'm interested in the REL, especially the T-0. Would this integrate well? Also, below is a photo of the rear of my amp- how can I connect a subwoofer?

thanks!

http://img.usaudiomart.com/uploads/large/966445-musical-fidelity-a32-dual-mono-integrated-amplifier-32-made-in-england.jpg
adnan

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johnnyb53
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06-22-15: Jafant
Adnan-

REL is the best sub period.
Tell that to a JL owner. Actually, there are now several very good powered subs out there from a variety of vendors. While the specialists such as REL, JL, Velodyne, etc. make some great products, subs coming from mainstream speaker mfrs are getting great press as well, subs from Revel, B&W, Velodyne, Martin Logan, Sonus Faber, etc. have some very competitive products, though many of them are at the more expensive side.

The REL T-Zero does look like a good candidate. The single Speakon connector to feed it both channels makes things simple, and in my experience, I like the sound quality of high level feeds to subs. The T-Zero is also small and inexpensive enough to consider getting two of them. MusicDirect currently has a demo for $399.

Another option would be the d-108 in JL's new Dominion subwoofer line. It's a sealed 8" sub that lists at $799 or $899 depending on finish.
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