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Hsu Research VTF-TN1 15" Subwoofer: Deeper Bass, Lower Cost! Hsu Research VTF-TN1 15" Subwoofer: Deeper Bass, Lower Cost! Hsu replaces their top dog 15” ported subwoofer with the higher performing, lower cost VTF-TN1 flagship bruiser. Read our preview to see how this modern miracle was achieved for only $1,200!
The REL T/9x Red Subwoofer: Beyond the Black Box The REL T/9x Red Subwoofer: Beyond the Black Box Rel's T/9x Red Subwoofer($1,650) adds Italian racing red paint and a souped-up driver. The pure carbon fiber center cap reduces weight and adds stiffness to the 10-inch driver. Read on to learn more.
The KEF KC92 Subwoofer: 11Hz Deep Bass, Small Box! The KEF KC92 Subwoofer: 11Hz Deep Bass, Small Box! KEF’s new KC92 Subwoofer ($2,000) uses a pair of force-cancelling 9-inch drivers and 1,000 watts RMS of specially-designed Class D amplification to deliver bass down to 11Hz! Read on to learn more.
The ATC C4 Sub Mk 2: New Driver, New Amp, New Sound? The ATC C4 Sub Mk 2: New Driver, New Amp, New Sound? ATC’s new C4 Sub Mk 2 active subwoofer system ($5,999) boasts 116dB max SPL. The C4 Sub Mk 2 promises studio-quality bass thanks to a new 12-inch driver and 300-watt Class AB amp. Read on.
Monoprice SW-15 15in 600 watt Subwoofer Review Monoprice SW-15 15in 600 watt Subwoofer Review The Monoprice SW-15 subwoofer is spec’d with a 15” driver and a 600-watt amp yet only costs $300 shipped. How can a sub with such beefy specs sell for so little? Read our full review to find out.
McIntosh’s PS2K Monster $50K Subwoofer Is Absurd! McIntosh’s PS2K Monster $50K Subwoofer Is Absurd! McIntosh’s new PS2K Powered Subwoofer ($50,000/ea) is an absolute monster standing over 6.5 feet tall, and weighing 458lbs. The PS2K sub contains four 13-inch woofers, and 2kwatts of total power.
RTJ Audio 18Sub Subwoofer Review RTJ Audio 18Sub Subwoofer Review The RTJ Audio 18Sub features the ultimate 18” bass driver, giving users the highest performance per footprint of any sub on the market and making it Ideal for baffle wall subwoofer systems installations.
Arendal Sound 1723 Subwoofer 2S Review Arendal Sound 1723 Subwoofer 2S Review The Arendal Sound 1723 Subwoofer 2S stuffs two heavy-duty 13.8” drivers and a 1,200-watt RMS amp into a reasonable enclosure. This might be the sweet spot for size to performance of ALL subs we’ve reviewed!
Dayton Audio SUB-1500 Subwoofer Review - Dual 15s for $500?!? Dayton Audio SUB-1500 Subwoofer Review - Dual 15s for $500?!? Dayton Audio’s SUB-1500 is one of the most affordable 15” powered subwoofers on the market at $260/ea. How would dual SUB-1500s stack up against the best $500 subs? Read our review to find out.
Klipsch Reference RP-1600SW 16" Subwoofer Review Klipsch Reference RP-1600SW 16" Subwoofer Review The Klipsch Reference RP-1600S is a monstrous sized ported sub with a 16” woofer and a 800-watt amplifier. Our review tests how powerful this sub is from one the most popular speaker brands in the world.