Best Sub to go with my 802D's

[moonlightdrive21]

Hey guys:

I own the 802D's and am about to take the plunge and purchase the HTM2D center channel. I'm a very happy camper at the moment, though my wallet isn't.

So, now I'm considering going all out and getting a powered subwoofer to be used for movies, concert DVD's and occasionally DVD audio (not for 2 channel CD audio listening).

In your opinions and personal taste, should I go with a B&W sub (e.g., ASW 855) or should I go with another brand like Velodyne, who dedicate all of their efforts into making the best subwoofers? I am willing to have the sub be a slight mismatch of tone with my B&W speakers if a non B&W sub is notably better than a B&W sub.

Anyone do any "AB" listening tests with B&W subs and others? If so, what was the outcome?

I would like to keep the cost at around $3000 or lower.

One thing I never seemed to accomplish in my room (15 by 21 feet, ceiling is 20 feet high) with my old B&W sub, was that really deep but tight bass (i.e., a big t-rex stomp), and I would love to accomplish that in my home. Plus I love concert DVD's.

Thanks so much!!!
Dave

[Kal Rubinson]

There is no issue of tonal mismatch with subs, so go with what works best for you. IMHO, insist on a sub with a decent PEQ or add one (like a Velodyne SMS-1). I am currently using a JL Audio f113 with my 802Ds in a 15x26x8 room (open at the back).

Kal

[moonlightdrive21]

Thanks for the info.

Anyone try the SVS PB12 Ultra/2 or the Velodyne DD-18 subwoofers? Thanks!!

[scanido]

Go for the best now.

JL Audio Fathom 12" or 13". I'm looking at the 13".

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=736243

http://home.jlaudio.com/

[Angioguy]

I'm using the Velodyne DD-12 with my 802D's, and it is simply amazing... Get to a Velodyne dealer and play with the room calibration software-- it's pretty cool-- and useful too! You should be able to find one new for <$3000. Good luck....

[moonlightdrive21]

Thanks guys!!! Will look into the Velodynes and JL's. Man the JL's are getting a lot of great press.

[Kal Rubinson]

FWIW, here's my experience with the JL and the 802Ds: http://www.stereophile.com/subwoofer...tr/index1.html

Kal

[moonlightdrive21]

FWIW, here's my experience with the JL and the 802Ds: http://www.stereophile.com/subwoofer...tr/index1.html

Kal

Hey Kal:

Excellent!!! Great article and perfect timing for me!

Thanks!!
Dave

[VictorHRS]

I have the Velodyne DD18 with 802Ds and it's all I ever wanted. I strongly recommend this sub. But there are also many good ones out there, you should try and see what works best for you. :T