Subwoofer match for Harbeth 30.1


I'm considering adding a single sub to my system, now running the Harbeth 30.1 monitors. Considering the usual suspects - REL or JL Audio. In my room, the 30.1 have a great midbass, but would benefit from some support below 50hz.

Has anyone had particularly good results matching a sub with the 30.1?

Thanks 'Goners,
-Bob R
bob_rodgers
Bob, I have often heard that Harbeths don't have very low bass, My brother wouldn't part with his JBL Century 100's because of this. I would go with a REL Britiania series B1 or B2 you can find them used and the upgraded SPKON cord from Signalcable.com will make any REEL sound much more solid. Or go with a New JL Sub. I will say that I have great success with matching a REL to my super fast Dynaudio Contour 3.0's. I really like the older B series REL subs over the new shiny black stuff.
Google the reviews and the specs on the Vandersteen 2WQ subwoofer and its hi-end crossovers as a match for 2 channel audio systems.

It has three downward firing drivers.

Note: NOT the V2W model for home theatre which has the LFE output from an AV preamp/ processor.

Highly recommended .... The dealer suggested it for a demo for 2 channel that bested all comers that day.
The new E Sub line from JL audio; There are several good reviews out that are easy to find. I think you would be hard-pressed to find better performance or better value. I love also that they are made in America.
take that, REL