Question Ref Subwoofer Review

[Vimeous]

As I've discussed before I'm on the lookout for my first proper sub and the review was of great interest. However I noted the lack of existing award winner in the comparison.

How does the WHF Team rate those reviewed against B&W's ASW 610?

I've been trying to source one from B&W since the end of last year but it seems my local Sevenoaks is having real trouble getting a stock answer from B&W. Combine that with B&W's unflinching adherance to RRP at last year's Sound and Vision Expo and I'm once again open to considering alternatives so further advice / audition suggestions would be appreciated.

Ta

 

[Paul.]

I bought a REL T3 from Sevenoaks for £250. This was mainly because it was £150 cheaper than they offered me the 610 for. I didn't demo the 610 unfortunately as it was too much, but I can tell you the T3 is way better than the Monitor Audio BR sub, and the high level input is great for music.

(Edited for stupidness)

 

[Anonymous]

Paul Hobbs:

I didn't demo the 610 unfortunately as it was too much, but I can tell you its way better than the Monitor Audio BR sub, and the high level input is great for music.

How would you know?

 

[Paul.]

How would I know it was too much? Because it cost £150 more...

 

[Anonymous]

Paul Hobbs:How would I know it was too much? Because it cost £150 more...

No demo but you know it is better than the MA?

 

[Pikman]

That confused me also

What about the BK subs? They seem like a lot for the money...

 

[Anonymous]

Pikman:
That confused me also

What about the BK subs? They seem like a lot for the money...

yes, they are very good. i use one too.

 

[Paul.]

Ah, I see. The T3 is better than the MA is what I was supposed to say

 

[Vimeous]

Thanks for the suggestions so far.

My parents use a REL with their Radius sats and are very happy - I'll *** round for a listen although the amp is somewhat different.

For those with experience of BK's which model best competes with the 610?