Over all the years I've heard alot of subs (REL, Aerial, ATC, ACT, Velodyne, SVS, B&W, B&M, M&K and so on...) and I can be very picky when it comes to accurate, fast and musical bass.

There are two subwoofers that I have found to be outstanding in performance and that are not touched by all the others I've heard.

So if you get the chance, make sure you demo the Audio Physic Minos and the Whise Profunder 624.

Both are amazing subs, but very different.

The Minos lacks a little in output, so I suggest getting two of them. It's rated 10Hz at -3dB and when hooking up two of them, they can both be adjusted with only one of the cable remotes.
Very tight, fast, clean and accurate bass.

The Profunder 624 doesn't go as low as the Minos, but the output is amazing. This sub is usually used in recording studios for mastering, but there are some home installations.
Amazing output, so if you can live with the fact that it won't play as low as others, this one is absolutetly worth checking out.

Be aware that the 624 is a passive subwoofer, so you need extra amplifiers which should be able to provide some power to the subs. They're coming in pairs by factory.


I have not heard the new Meridian subs yet, but I'll try to get a 5500 for a demo at home as soon as my dealer has one in stock.

- Stephan