Best subwoofer on Reddit
210 reviews from r/BudgetAudiophile, r/hometheater, r/KEF and 15 more subreddits
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#1
RSL
4.6
(52)
"The RSL is an excellent subwoofer for the price."
"RSL Speedwoofer 10E for $300 is the play. Lightyears ahead of the Flexus sub 100 and the Klipsch R-121SW."
"Something like an RSL Speedwoofer 10 or an SVS PB/SB 1000 Pro."
"Which gets rave reviews (sub and company)."
"I will always recommend the RSL Speedwoofer 12s."
"RSL Speedwoofer 10E"
"It is great for gaming and music."
"Great piece of gear for my 2.1 stereo setup."
"If you are not committed to REL or Polk, you should take a look at RSL Speedwoofer 10S MKII."
"I have two RSL Speedwoofer 10E's and I couldn't be happier."
#2
SVS
4.7
(45)
"SVS SB-1000"
"The SB2000 Pro is amazing."
"SVS SB-1000 Pro."
"I am very impressed and pleased with my SVS 3000 micro."
"I recently went with an SVS 3000 Micro. Short answer is the SVS is better."
"Svs all the way!"
"I’ve got 2x SVS SB1000. Works fantastic."
"I use svs sb1000 and very happy with the sound."
"I like SVS and have had their subs for 20 years."
"I got my SVS sb1000 pro for 65k from Hifi Gallery, Chennai."
#3
Klipsch
4.5
(16)
"I would like to suggest klipsch Flexus series but if money isn’t an issue then checkout devialet dione."
"Just an amazing soundbar, especially for the price."
"The RP-1600SW is impossible to beat."
"I would only go with the RP series subs."
"The R120-SW is 50% off right now."
"Klipsch RP-1400SW is on a ridiculous sale for $700."
"That's a really solid option for the price."
"I went with Klipsch, and I have no regrets."
"Klipsch R-12SW $220 on Amazon."
"You can try the Klipsch Synergy Black Label Sub-100 front-firing 10” on Amazon for $199."
#4
KEF
4.7
(10)
"Ridiculous performance and precision for any size sub."
"It’s amazingly clean sounding."
"I'm really happy with my KC62."
"I couldnt be happier."
"The KC62 is so good that it doesn’t feel like a subwoofer."
"I have the KEF LSX with the KEF Qube 10b and it is great in a nearfield setup like this."
"I would definitely recommend this combo!"
"I think the KC62 will be a good match for the current setup."
"...leaning pretty hard toward the KC62 if I can get one on sale."
"I just bought two Kef cubes on Facebook marketplace, in new condition for 100 bucks each."
#5
REL
4.4
(8)
"REL is the best known so prices stay high but if you look for subs by BK Electronics or MJ Acoustics you may well find a bargain"
"I use an REL HT/1205 MKII under my desk."
"I just got a REL t7x to pair with my lsx ii for a room maybe a few feet smaller and I would highly recommend it."
"Rel or Rythmik. All of their current line of subwoofers are good."
"Check if you can find a second hand model from REL, MJ Acoustics, BK Electronics, M&K, B&W, Sunfire, Velodyne."
"I've seen RELs go for under 200$. That's what I'd get."
"Check out REL."
"I like Rel subs for music and use in Home theater system."
#6
HSU
4.4
(7)
"HSU ULS-15 MK2 is unbeatable around $1000."
"Take a look at the Hsu Research ULS-15 MK2, it’s a 15” sub but pretty compact."
"HSU research VTF2."
"HSU is a good option."
"Go up a bit on your budget and get the HSU that's just under 1k."
"I would go for the Hsu."
"Check out HSU subwoofers, you can tune their subs for both tastes."
#7
Dayton
4.1
(7)
"Dayton Sub-1000 or Sub-1200"
"I would recommend the Dayton sub-1000. It's probably a little bigger than you want, but it extends down to 30hz and only costs $154."
"I have 2 Dayton 10” subs and they’re great."
"Either Dayton SB800 or SB1000 (10")."
"Buy used even not working. Partsexpress for a new sub driver and an amp."
"If you want to save money use the box and just put some Dayton amps and subs in there."
"If you're desperate and want to buy something ASAP - I was happy with my Dayton Sub-1000."
#8
Monoprice
4.4
(5)
"Monoprice SSW-12 for $220"
"Monorpice has the Monolith M10 V2 on sale right now."
"Fairly cheap too."
"Https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=41498 for $220, get two."
"I just saw this monoprice sub for $135.00 free shipping."
#9
JBL
4.2
(5)
"I have a JBL bass pro 12 and I love it. Hits hard if you want and doesn't take up much room."
"I've heard positive things about the JBL BassPro Nano at that price range, but no personal experience."
"JBL Basspro Hub is solid."
"Or the JBL Stadium Basspro Hub. 600 watt RMS subwoofer that mounts in your spare tire."
"JBL Fuse, dual “ enclosures that can go under your seat, or mounted together in your trunk."
#10
Hsu Research
4.8
(4)
"The Hsu Research ULS-15 MK2 sealed 15” sub is a great choice."
"I like mine a lot. Used exclusively for music, mostly at low levels, but it can shake the house if cranked."
"I found the Hsu Research VTF-2 MK5 to be godlike."
"Https://hsuresearch.com/collections/collections-true-subwoofers-subset-collection/products/vtf-tn1"
#11
Rythmik
4.5
(4)
"Rythmik L-12. I own two and very pleased."
"I'd likely buy Rythmik."
"I paired my ls50 meta with a rythmik f12g and it sounds amazing."
"If you want something that will be actually good and last you 10+ years, I'd suggest a budget of at least $600 and look at Rythmik, SVS, RSL (12s or better), HSU"
#12
PSA
4.7
(3)
"Wow if you love bass this thing will blow you away."
"PSA and be done with it."
"I have been looking heavy into the PSA brand."
#13
Dayton Audio
4.7
(3)
"My vote for the sub is: Dayton Audio SUB-1500."
"Dayton Audio UMII12-22 Ultimax II"
"Fairly cheap too."
#14
Kanto
4.3
(3)
"I have the kanto yu4s and the sub8 and they sound amazing."
"Kanto Sub8."
"Here's some CEA2010 testing of sub8 in case it helps you make a decision."
#15
Elac
4.0
(3)
"Buy an Elac Sub1010. New. $150. Excellent value."
"Not extremely powerful but it's the job."
"Not extremely powerful but it's the job."
#16
Speedwoofer
5.0
(2)
"Get the Speedwoofer."
"It is the best in the price range."
#17
Sundown
4.5
(2)
"Go with sundown. They have the best reputation."
"Whatever fits your budget."
#18
Kicker
4.5
(2)
"For good quality subs for cheap you cant go wrong with kicker. I had the kicker comp vr12 and it is fantastic."
"It's rated to output 190W x1 @ 4 ohm. So I'd rock something like the Kicker 50CWCS124."
#19
American Bass
4.0
(2)
"American bass. Cheap but they slap and last a long time."
"Whatever fits your budget."
#20
Polk
4.0
(2)
"I have an active 10” by Polk and it does well for me"
"I see people recommending Polk PSW10 with these speakers."
#21
Fluance
4.0
(2)
"A fluance sub is under 300 and really good"
"I have been eyeballing the Fluance DB10 for the price."
#22
Alpine
4.0
(2)
"Throw in the alpine type r just for shits and giggles"
"The type s surprises me with how much Xmax it has for a cheaper low power sub."
#23
Bic
5.0
(1)
"Bic Accoustech pl200 II. Deep,tight, powerful bass and nicely finished."
#24
Fi
5.0
(1)
"Fi HC 12 would be my first choice."
#25
Nemesis
5.0
(1)
"I’ve heard their woofers and WOW"
#26
Totem Acoustic
5.0
(1)
"Just got the Totem Acoustic Kin 10 and very happy so far."
#27
Rhythmic
5.0
(1)
"Rhythmic LV12m every day. Great for movies, AWESOME for music."
#28
Ambeo
5.0
(1)
"Best one? Ambeo Max, no contest with arc ultra, the Max is the best."
#29
Wharfedale
4.0
(1)
"In terms of price/performance, I would rank them: 1. Wharfedale Diamond SW150"
#30
Cambridge Audio
4.0
(1)
"Cambridge Audio Minx X201-200 Watt actieve subwoofer met twee extra basdrivers"
#31
XTZ
4.0
(1)
"Your best option for a "budget" subwoofer would be one of the XTZ models"
#32
Focal
4.0
(1)
"The obvious choice is the Focal SubOne."
#33
CT Sounds
4.0
(1)
"Grab the CT Sounds dual Tropo 10 loaded box. They are on sale right now."
#34
Starke Sound
4.0
(1)
"[Starke Sound] has a sale going on right now. Their 12" sealed unit is shipping at $400 right now."
#35
Logitech
4.0
(1)
"They work as surprisingly powerful and high fidelity subwoofers."
#36
MJ Acoustics
4.0
(1)
"Just look online - you should be able to pick up a MJ Acoustics Pro 50 or a BK Electronics Gemini II for 200 or less."
#37
SSA
4.0
(1)
"SSA ICON."
#38
BK Electronics
4.0
(1)
"Just look online - you should be able to pick up a MJ Acoustics Pro 50 or a BK Electronics Gemini II for 200 or less."
#39
Yamaha
4.0
(1)
"Yamaha 8" or 10" 100W powered subwoofer, search amazon."
#40
Velodyne
4.0
(1)
"I was reading a lot on Velodyne subs & pricing, reviews & such."
#41
NHT
4.0
(1)
"Eventually I bought a used NHT Super 8 for $300 in 2014."
#42
Starke
4.0
(1)
"I'm very impressed by my Starke SW10."
#43
Paradigm, JBL, Dayton Audio, Boston Acoustics, Def Tech, Energy
4.0
(1)
"Check out, Paradigm, JBL, Dayton Audio, Boston Acoustics, Def Tech, Energy....those may fall within that price."
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