[PunkMunkey]

Well, you don't really need built in EQ though...one could pretty much get whatever sub they chose and add Velodyne's SMS-1 or perhaps a Behringer Feedback Destroyer into the signal loop to EQ their sub response.

I like the convenience of built in EQ, but theres also an inherent risk with anything builit it...should part of the unit fail, the whole unit would be rendered useless. With an outboard EQ and sub combo, if either failed, you'd only need to replace the failed piece of equipment and not the whole setup.

The SMS-1 is supposed to be a pretty awesome and user friendly sub EQ solution...perhaps Pirate will opt for one should he be dissatisfied with his sub response...but for now, lets just help guide him toward a real sub, he can decide whether or not he wants to EQ it after he's had it a while and can evaluate it's performance in his own room.