"However, it matters very much to me on a livability standpoint; I'm only entertaining the notion of a down-firing sub in my child- and dog-infested abode. The less fur- and grape-juice-attracting grill cloth I have to maintain, the better. "

LOL! I'm sorry for not adding much to the thread, but, that phrase sums up my entire purchasing path so far! Its not ideal sonically, but, everything that can be mounted must be. Ported towers will only attract cheerios and hot wheels cars!!!

classic...