Subwoofer reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 224 Reddit reviews across 14 subreddits and 85 posts to rank the best Subwoofer brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/BudgetAudiophile, r/hometheater, r/KEF, r/StereoAdvice, r/CarAV. Top-rated brands include RSL (4.6/5), SVS (4.8/5), REL (4.5/5).
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Reviews224
Subreddits14
Posts85
Brands54
Products81
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#1
RSL
4.6
(56)
"For $450 shipped, the RSL Speedwoofer MKii seems hard to beat. I liked it better in my space than the SVS pb1000 that I tested."
"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)."
"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
4.8
(52)
"I think SVS make the best value subs on the market, smartphone app is so useful. Check out the SB3000."
"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."
#3
REL
4.5
(13)
"I’d lean toward a REL T/7x if you value effortless blending and musical texture above sheer depth."
"I own a 10S Mark ii. Very musical."
"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 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."
"It’s super great."
"REL's go very well with B&W."
"I got my 10S MK II in around 2 weeks ago and I’m blown away at home much sub you can get for $500, and from a 10” too!"
"Rel or Rythmik. All of their current line of subwoofers are good."
"Check if you can find a second hand model from REL, MJ Acoustics, BK Electronics, M&K, B&W, Sunfire, Velodyne."
"I've seen RELs go for under 200$. That's what I'd get."
#4
Klipsch
4.2
(9)
"Klipsch RP-1400SW is on a ridiculous sale for $700."
"That's a really solid option for the price."
"Klipsch R-12SW $220 on Amazon."
"Costco has a Klipsch sub that goes on sale frequently under that price and still has the forever warranty."
"If u wana spend under 1k per sub, Klipsch or RSL."
"Good value IMO"
"I am curious if the Klipsch would be even better."
"For the money, it's hard to beat the Klipsch RP1400SW @ $699 via Slickdeals.net."
"Seem to perform fine for my needs."
#5
KEF
4.7
(7)
"Ridiculous performance and precision for any size sub."
"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 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."
#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."
"2x HSU VTF-3 MK5 HP, or 2x HSU VTF-TN1."
"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
4.0
(6)
"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."
"Dayton ultimax 12 $210. In a sealed 1.5cuft box with a Pioneer 800w amp $150 should do the trick."
"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
4.2
(5)
"Monoprice SSW-12 for $220"
"Monoprice Premium Subwoofer allows you to connect via speaker terminal or line level."
"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
PSA
4.8
(4)
"Ordered two psa tv21neo-m's for the corners."
"They're freaking amazing. I'd highly recommend anything PSA for subwoofers."
"PSA and be done with it."
"I have been looking heavy into the PSA brand."
#10
Hsu Research
4.7
(3)
"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."
"Https://hsuresearch.com/collections/collections-true-subwoofers-subset-collection/products/vtf-tn1"
#11
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."
#12
JL Audio
4.3
(3)
"JL Audio W7. An 8” will put most 12”s to shame."
"Look at JL Audio solutions for your vehicle."
"Jl audio makes good shallows too."
#13
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."
#14
Edifier
4.0
(3)
"Edifier makes a decent product."
"Edifier won't disappoint."
"The Edifier T5 you mentioned should work well."
#15
CT Sounds
4.0
(3)
"CT Sounds makes good budget subs! The single 12 Tropo loaded enclosure hits hard."
"CT Sounds THERMO 1500w rms $380.00. It'll definitely piss off the neighbors."
"Grab the CT Sounds dual Tropo 10 loaded box. They are on sale right now."
#16
Speedwoofer
5.0
(2)
"Get the Speedwoofer."
"It is the best in the price range."
#17
Kicker
5.0
(2)
"For good quality subs for cheap you cant go wrong with kicker. I had the kicker comp vr12 and it is fantastic."
"Got a single 12” kicker comp facing towards the cabin and can’t remember what kicker amp but I think it’s 600w and the shit bangs."
#18
Monolith
5.0
(2)
"Monolith M-12 - these retail for 899 but often go on open-box sales for 450-550."
"Monolith THX 10 v2 when on sale or refurb."
#19
Sundown
4.5
(2)
"Go with sundown. They have the best reputation."
"Whatever fits your budget."
#20
JBL
4.5
(2)
"I have a JBL bass pro 12 and I love it. Hits hard if you want and doesn't take up much room."
"I got the JBL Bar 300 for 250€."
#21
Rythmik
4.0
(2)
"I'd likely buy Rythmik."
"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"
#22
American Bass
4.0
(2)
"American bass. Cheap but they slap and last a long time."
"Whatever fits your budget."
#23
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."
#24
Nakamichi
5.0
(1)
"Nakamichi Dragon with (2) SVS 1000 Pro subs."
#25
B&W
5.0
(1)
"B&W ASW610. You can find them used for fairly inexpensive ($150-$300) they integrate perfectly with any set of speakers I’ve paired them with."
#26
Bic
5.0
(1)
"Bic Accoustech pl200 II. Deep,tight, powerful bass and nicely finished."
#27
Alpine
5.0
(1)
"Audiopipes in my Challenger now and recently put an Alpine S-Type in my Caddy suv and it's a beast!"
#28
Totem Acoustic
5.0
(1)
"Just got the Totem Acoustic Kin 10 and very happy so far."
#29
Rhythmic
5.0
(1)
"Rhythmic LV12m every day. Great for movies, AWESOME for music."
#30
Stereo Integrity
5.0
(1)
"Stereo integrity sql 12 easily wins."
#31
Vera-Fi
5.0
(1)
"I don't think the Vera-Fi Vanguard Caldera can be beat at $199."
#32
Hsu
5.0
(1)
"Great service and I love mine."
#33
Martin Logan
5.0
(1)
"I just purchased two Martin Logan Dynamo subwoofers in working condition."
#34
GRS
5.0
(1)
"I’d recommend the GRS 8SW-4 8" Poly Cone Subwoofer."
#35
Nemesis
5.0
(1)
"I’ve heard their woofers and WOW"
#36
Seaton
4.0
(1)
"Seaton SubMersive"
#37
Wharfedale
4.0
(1)
"In terms of price/performance, I would rank them: 1. Wharfedale Diamond SW150"
#38
Cambridge Audio
4.0
(1)
"Cambridge Audio Minx X201-200 Watt actieve subwoofer met twee extra basdrivers"
#39
XTZ
4.0
(1)
"Your best option for a "budget" subwoofer would be one of the XTZ models"
#40
Fluance
4.0
(1)
"A fluance sub is under 300 and really good"
#41
Starke Sound
4.0
(1)
"[Starke Sound] has a sale going on right now. Their 12" sealed unit is shipping at $400 right now."
#42
Q Acoustics
4.0
(1)
"The best thing I can get. Other things I've found are Q Acoustics 3070s sub."
#43
DC
4.0
(1)
"Whatever fits your budget."
#44
Fosi Audio
4.0
(1)
"Fosi Audio TP-02 Subwoofer Amplifier Home Audio, Mini Bass Amp."
#45
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."
#46
Jamo
4.0
(1)
"Jamo c912 is the cheapest subwoofer I wouldn't feel bad about recommending to someone."
#47
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."
#48
Dayton Audio
4.0
(1)
"Fairly cheap too."
#49
SSA
4.0
(1)
"SSA ICON."
#50
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."
#51
Digital Designs
4.0
(1)
"Would do a Digital Designs (DD Audio) 712F."
#52
Emotiva
4.0
(1)
"Emotiva 12" with RCA level filter for example."
#53
Soundqubed
4.0
(1)
"Whatever fits your budget."
#54
BIC America
4.0
(1)
"New on Amazon for $250."
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