Help selecting the "Right" Sub

A few weeks ago I bought a set of Mirage Nanosat 5.0 speakers, and now I’m searching for the perfect sub to go with it. Was looking at $300 subs, and quickly realized that they will not provide me with the sound I want to watch movies.

I have a 15X23X10 room with 2 hallways that open up to the kitchen/dining area. I would like to use the sub for 60% HT, and 40% music.
So I decided to spend about $500 and settled on the HSU VTF2-MK4, but realized that it may also not be enough. I raised the budget to $800, and started to consider the VTF3-MK4, but I’m not crazy about the side firing. It really creates a problem with the positioning of the furniture (I was advised to keep it in front of me, since I have to cross it around 120Hz), and worried about my two toddlers having an easy access to the speaker after removing the grill.

I later learned about the SVS PC12-NDS, and started to consider it, until I learned that it is not as adjustable as the HSU VTF series. So here are my questions. Will the loosing of the “Q control”, if selecting the PC12-NDS, create a significant problem being that I have to cross it so high? Will the lack of control be such that I will be better off selecting the VTF2-MK4? I looked at the possibility of selecting the VTF-15H, but because of the size and price, it is out of reach. Any other suggestions?

Thanks for your suggestion pukemon, but at $1200 ($600 each) is a lot more than I can afford.
I know that at this price point I will not be able to get the perfect solution, but I want to make sure that I don’t purchase something I will later regret. So given my small speakers and medium-large listening area, will I be better off with what may be an under power sub (VTF-2MK4), or the SVS PC12-NDS?

I considered the Outlaw, as per skally’s suggestion, but the lack of the “Q control” (same problem I noticed on the PC12) made me think of other choices.

I also thought of getting some type of equalizer or processor that would help the PC12, but not sure if there is such thing, how easy it will be to set-up, and if the cost is of it will be over $100 (I’m trying to keep both items at $800 max. Any other suggestions?

I like the fact that the Outlaw is down firing, but I’m concerned about the quality. Being that Dr Hsu helped develop it, it feels like by selecting the Outlaw, I will be selecting the Navy brand of The Gap; or the Toyota of the Lexus. Any thoughts on that? I guess I still have to look a little more into the “Q option” benefits, but so far I have not seen comments on the difference that it makes.
The Outlaw and the SVS seem very similar to each other, but because of the SVS option that within the year I can upgrade to a higher end model (the CP12-PLUS), and have a wonderful tech-support, I’m tempted to go with them. Any thoughts why the Outlaw would be a better choice for my system than the SVS CP12-NDS?

Getting a second sub (of either manufacturer) may certainly be an option in the future, especially if we will be moving to a larger home. I just don’t want to have to wait until I get the second sub in order to begin enjoying the sound.
In regards to the Mirage question, I just got them and don’t have a sub to really get the entire experience. So it is hard to tell. They seem to play fine. The problem I’m facing now, is that they only go down to 110Hz, and will need to have the sub in front of me to compensate. I wish I would have been able to select a larger/better set of speakers, but to the wife was either this, or Bose.

Getting a second sub (of either manufacturer) may certainly be an option in the future, especially if we will be moving to a larger home. I just don’t want to have to wait until I get the second sub in order to begin enjoying the sound.
In regards to the Mirage question, I just got them and don’t have a sub to really get the entire experience. So it is hard to tell. They seem to play fine. The problem I’m facing now, is that they only go down to 110Hz, and will need to have the sub in front of me to compensate. I wish I would have been able to select a larger/better set of speakers, but to the wife was either this, or Bose.

I have the Denon 2313ci. So if I understand correctly, you are saying that variable tuning on the Sub is not necessary because of the Audyssey? If so, which sub would you select (Outlaw or SVS) and why? Thanks for your input!

Thanks Sdiver2489. I don't understand how relevant are many of the features/specifications, and I’m worried about making the incorrect decision. Would you know how much does the HSU variable tuning series affect the audio quality?

So the difference between the Outlaw or the PC12-NDS and the VTF3MK4, is that the HSU is able to adjust between pure output, and increased bass extension. In the case of the PC12 is set to Increased Bass, and the Outlaw to pure output. Correct?

Thanks everyone for your help!
I now understand how the LFM-1 EX is the better sub at that price range; but I really enjoyed SVS costumer service, and their "bill of rights" offer great benefits. So I think I will choose the sub that goes on sale earlier. The Outlaw LFM-1 EX is currently at $748 with shipping, so for the price it seems like the SVS is a better deal.
The SVS currently has a PC12-Plus at $1099, and it is a lot more than I was planning to spend, but it is really, really tempting. What to do?!?!?!?!?!

Thanks Shady. I was never able to see the warranty length on the Outlaw. Do they also offer the 5 year electronics and woofer warranty? How about the price guarantee for 60days? I would be so upset to have to pay $750 for a sub, and a few days later they lower it to $549.
In regards to the link you showed me, the subs look great. I just wish there would be some type of review to confirm that the subs are really as good as they look on paper.