Anyone went from a sealed sub to an Axiom ported sub ? more specificaly an EP500 ?

I have a sealed Energy 10 inch sub that I've been enjoying for almost 10 years now and I would really like the 12inch EP500 but I am wondering about port noise or differences in a ported sub. The ones that I have heard did not sound as "tight" as the sealed units.

If anyone has experienced with both kinds, I would appreciate your feedback.

Cheers,

Stephane


Acoustic Zen Adagio, Veritas center, Axiom EP500, QS8s, Anthem AVM20, MC20,Adcom GFA7400