The idea of adding a subwoofer to music systems is gaining traction, especially when it comes with size-defying bass and control, as Mark Craven confirms in July’s Hi Fi Choice. He says: “Used in 2.1-channel setups, the compact Perlisten is brilliant at filling in the low octaves, but even more deep-reaching towers enjoy greater bass slam and control…The R8s latches onto every bass element, delivering them with speed, attack and definition scoring brownie points right out of the box.”