I would stick with REL, they are the best subwoofers I have tried and tested in a 2 channel system. They may have changed ownership but the design philosophy is still pretty much same as before with subtle improvements.
What are considered to be the best Subwoofers for 2 channel music only ?
I am just about to pull the trigger on a REL Studio Subwoofer, price is £1000 includes delivery. Before I do. can anyone please offer advise on a better Sub for approx. £1000 ? I have read good things about SVS Subwoofers but I have had no experience with these, The Studio in its day was approx. $7000, but my guess in todays market them figures mean nothing. When designed and built the REL Studio was all UK, now American owned (good thing right ?) china built (not so good thing right ?). I would really appreciate the advise, Thank you.
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“The Audiokinesis Swarm is one of the best sub systems made.” A room full of 4 subwoofer boxes...do they come with cushions 😉 I see that Audiokinesis Swarm sub system often gets recommended, wouldn’t it be prudent to ask if the room can accommodate 4 subs before recommending such elaborate setup. Most people I know barely have room for 2 subs, let alone 4 subs. Just my two cents. |
@select-hifi, Hope you find this review useful and enjoy your new sub! https://www.stereophile.com/content/rel-acoustics-studio-ii-powered-subwoofer-stirling-trayle-rel-se... |
“I also considered the S-5's and am sure they would have done the job, but oh my the Carbon Limited's are sweet!” I own a pair of Carbon Limited as well and they are pretty amazing. I mostly listen to jazz but other day, i cued up ‘Why so serious?’ from Dark Knight soundtrack and they rocked my dedicated room - 15’D x 30’W. |
^^Here is another option on a very high quality REL Spec Cable. https://www.dedicatedaudio.com/products/kimber-kable-rel-cu-subwoofer-cable?variant=6918468739 |