I have seen the HO/Turbo combo in the maple finish and think it looks better than the black. I thought the forward facing ports would be tough to look at, and in the picture, the ports seem to be enlarged by the lens/camera angle....in person, I think it looks pretty good, certainly no worse than some other subs I have seen. Hsu has never been known for a nice website and pictures.

One thing to remember, and something I was reminded of in another post, as far as physics are concerned, The VTF-3HO/Turbo has more port flow area than any other commercial subwoofer in 16-18hz tune .....on top of that, the 3HO takes up less floorspace with those that it will compete with.

I wish it came in different finishes, even at a cost premium.