What Subwoofer fits an Yamaha / Monior BX Setup

[walvis]

I used for a while now a well working setup consisting of a Yamaha AS-500 and two sets of Monitor BX2 speakers (usualy only one set is active). After moving into a new place, I noticed a drop in the quality and strenght of low frequencies - which seems to be due to the room/architecture as I have tried it out in other rooms (more carpets, furniture etc.) w/o noticing the same quality drop.

Since changing the room is currently not really an option, I was considering the Monitor BXW10 subwoofer from the same series. However, after doing some research on the web (believe including this forum), I noticed that reviews are rather mixed. Since I have never used a sub in a Hifi setp before, I therefore wonder if a) I can without worries mix and match active subs from different Monitor Audio lines or even different manufacturers and b) if there is a sub which can be recommended for use with the AS-500 and BX2s as I also remember that the AS-500 might be a bit tricky to match. Obviously, finding something which is not too far away from the BXW10's price category, would be preferable.

Any help appreciated.

Tim

 

[Frank Harvey]

If you want something to subtlety blend in and enhance the lower frequencies, try the SVS SB1000, and if you want something a little more excessive with some real depth, the PB1000. The SB1000 is a small sealed box with a 12" driver, and the PB1000 is a much bigger box with a 10" driver. Both use the same 300w amplifier, and are both priced at £499.

 

[Coll]

Take a look at BK Electrics subs, very good value with 10 and 12 inch drivers.

 

[bluedroog]

Nothing can touch BK at the price, the XXLS400 is what I used.