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I'm simply saying that SVS keeps popping up on this forum like it's the trend equipment piece of the year (kind of like how Paradigm and Polk seems to show up alot on hometheatreforum).
There are tons of other companies out there...has no one discovered any other (better looking or at least colour option available) gems?
When it comes to subwoofers, the reason that SVS, HSU and to some extent VMPS get mentioned on the various web forums more than any others is because they offer incredible performance at an affordable price. Keep in mind most of the people on these boards are not only tech-savvy but also value-conscious. If you were to walk into a local dealer and tell him you're looking to purchase a subwoofer that can play clean, powerful bass all the way down to 20hz, you'll be shown various options probably starting at around $1500 and going up from there. Some of those subs might be pretty, but when you consider the performance you can get from SVS for $500-600 it's no wonder that certain subs get recommended again and again in the forums. It has nothing to do with fads, and everything to do with price/performance ratios.
As for alternatives more attractive than SVS and HSU, I'd say stick with your cherry-finish Axiom sub if you're happy with the performance. Otherwise your best bet would probably be VMPS, since you could get an unfinished cabinet and finish it yourself to suit your own tastes and decor.
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Sunfire was mentioned recently but few people here promote Sunfire subs.
Because they cost much more then the alternatives available over the internet.
