TMRaven
Headphoneus Supremus
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I'm not quite sure how you would distinguish the two, especially when subs are concerned. A good speaker is a good speaker.
Yes, there's no reason any hi-fi speaker wouldn't be as accurate as a monitor speaker. Both can be as flat or as colored as their maker makes them out to be. I know you've written about the supposed benefits of active crossovers and matched amps and whatnot, and their supposed benefits, but we're talking subwoofers here, which are usually active no matter their market distinction.
What makes you think integrating a marketed 'monitor' sub is easier than integrating a hi-fi sub to two active bookshelves?
Ya, I know. I, myself, have said as much a couple of times on this forum. $400 is the entry-level point. Taking it to the next level will bring you to the $1,000 point. There, I'd go with the likes of a JBL or Focal. No "hi-fi" for me. I much prefer studio, recording equipment.