10 best subwoofers for home

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The modern audio system and subwoofer will allow you to enjoy clear sound and rich bass while listening to your favorite songs. High-quality acoustics radically change the impression of music for the better, so many people today pay attention to the choice of speakers and subwoofers for home theaters and a music center. A large assortment of different models is on sale – for small and large premises, concerts. All models differ in size, technical characteristics, frequency range and other features.

The world's best manufacturers of subwoofers

If you decide to choose a subwoofer for yourself, it means that you have specific requirements and want to achieve a specific result. The standard acoustics of the TV or music center do not suit you, so you are going to amplify it in the subwoofers. In this regard, it is necessary to carefully approach the choice of technology, because each model has its own characteristics and characteristics.

Yamaha

The Japanese company Yamaha is a recognized world leader in the audio equipment and speaker systems market. It is one of the oldest corporations in the world, founded back in 1887. Then Torakushi Yamaha, the son of a samurai, contracted to repair a musical organ at a local school, and after that he decided to start making musical instruments himself. In 1971, the company launched the production of its own integrated circuits, which allowed it to master digital technologies. Today it offers a wide range of loudspeaker systems for home and professional use.

Pioneer

Pioneer is another well-known Japanese brand specializing in the production of various acoustics. It was founded in 1938 when Nozomu Tatsumoto opened a small workshop for repairing radio equipment and loudspeakers. Today the company is known primarily as a manufacturer of audio receivers and speaker systems for cars. But the range also includes acoustics for home use.

JBL

JBL is an American audio manufacturer that offers functional and practical subwoofer models. It was founded in 1946, and today it is part of a large association of various manufacturers of audio equipment for home use and professional sound equipment for studios and concert halls. The range includes both high-end systems and relatively budget models.

Rating of the best subwoofers for home

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best subwoofers for small spaces – up to 80W	1	Yamaha YST-SW012	RUB 5,075
	2	Yamaha YST-SW216	RUB 10,990
	3	Yamaha YST-FSW050	RUB 8,090
The best subwoofers for rooms up to 30 sq.m. power from 80 to 150 W	1	Yamaha YST-SW215	RUB 13,080
	2	Velodyne Impact-10	RUB 28,990
	3	Pioneer S-51W	RUB 20,990
The best subwoofers for rooms from 30 sq. m with power over 150 W	1	JBL Studio SUB 250P	RUB 19,990
	2	Bowers&Wilkins ASW608	RUB 29,100
	3	Jamo SUB 210	RUB 13 190
The best professional subwoofers for concerts	1	JBL STX828S	RUR 134,563

The best subwoofers for small spaces – up to 80W

Yamaha YST-SW012

Rating: 4.9

The Yamaha YST-SW012 bass reflex subwoofer is distinguished by its small size and laconic design. Its body is made of wood, which gives it an attractive appearance and provides good sound transmission. The power of the device itself is 100 W and the physical size of the woofer is 20 cm.

It is capable of delivering clear and rich dynamic bass that enhances the overall sound experience. The versatile subwoofer easily connects to your home theater, hi-fi system or other equipment. If necessary, you can adjust the volume level of the subwoofer itself.

Advantages

• good value for money;

• universality of application.

• deep and juicy bass;

disadvantages

• suitable only for small rooms, with a strong increase in power, noise is heard.

Yamaha YST-SW216

Rating: 4.8

Subwoofer Yamaha YST-SW216 active type in a bass reflex assembly allows you to expand the standard capabilities of home audio equipment. It is distinguished by its simple and laconic appearance, its body is made of ebony. The device can be used for both listening to music and watching movies.

It can be easily connected to your home theater, music system or computer. 100W of power is enough to deliver clean, rich bass in a small space. The physical size of the speaker is 25 cm, which is one of the best indicators for the budget subwoofer segment.

Advantages

• power is enough to provide pure bass in a room of 16-18 sq.m .;

• good build quality;

• speaker 25 cm, expanding the lower frequency limit;

disadvantages

• works optimally only at medium volume.

Yamaha YST-FSW050

Rating: 4.7

The Yamaha YST-FSW050 bass reflex subwoofer has a compact size and is ideal for small rooms. Its sleek, stylish design blends well with any multimedia system, home theater or desktop computer.

The power of 100W is enough to listen to music at medium volume and enjoy clear bass. The body is made of fiberboard, but at the same time it has a high build quality without serious complaints. The model is designed to expand the capabilities of the standard front speakers. In terms of the sum of characteristics and the ratio to cost, the subwoofer becomes one of the best in its class.

Advantages

• compact size and horizontal form factor;

• high-quality assembly and pleasant appearance;

• soft and deep sound at medium volume for a small room;

disadvantages

• There are no controls other than volume;
• noise is felt at high volume and frequencies over 80 Hz.

The best subwoofers for rooms up to 30 sq.m. power from 80 to 150 W

Yamaha YST-SW215

Rating: 4.8

Yamaha YST-SW215 150W active subwoofer will help you get new impressions from your favorite songs and watching movies. It reproduces rich bass that maintains its clarity and impulse response down to the lowest octave. The Japanese manufacturer used the best practices to create a quality, but inexpensive product.

The base is made with Q-Bass technology, in which the woofer with a diameter of 20 cm is directed downward, which contributes to uniform distribution of sound in all directions. The body is made of wood and has a high build quality.

Advantages

• clear sound, expanding the range of the standard audio system;

• auto shutdown system;

• the ability to adjust the volume and phase at your discretion;

disadvantages

• Auto power off works at low volume;

Velodyne Impact-10

Rating: 4.8

The Velodyne Impact-10 floor-standing active bass reflex subwoofer will provide high-quality sound in the low frequency range. Its power is 150 W, which is enough for a room with an area of ​​25-30 sq.m. It will expand the capabilities of the standard speaker system and experience a new level of pleasure from movies and music.

The body is made of MDF and features a tight and high-quality assembly. Inside there is a seal and sealing of the seams for better sound transmission. The optimum frequency range for playback is 32-140 Hz. They are reproduced by one woofer with a diameter of 25 cm.

Advantages

• clear musical sound and rich bass;

• the ability to customize the sound;

• compact size, stylish appearance;

disadvantages

• slight wheezing is heard at low and medium volume levels.

Pioneer S-51W

Rating: 4.7

The Pioneer S-51W subwoofer can be recommended not only for home, but also for commercial use, if strict requirements are not imposed on the audio system. It offers dynamic and deep bass, capable of enhancing the overall listening experience to music or watching a movie.

A 20 cm woofer with 150 watts of power delivers high quality sound from 26 to 900 Hz. It can be connected either directly to an audio system or to an AV receiver. The automatic on and off system eliminates the need to connect all devices separately.

Advantages

• juicy and spacious bass sound;

• automatic shutdown;

• even distribution of sound, thanks to the lower location of the speaker;

• cooling the amplifier from the fan;

disadvantages

• wheezing is sometimes heard at maximum volume.

The best subwoofers for rooms from 30 sq. m with power over 150 W

JBL Studio SUB 250P

Rating: 4.9

The JBL Studio SUB 250P bass reflex subwoofer from the American manufacturer of audio equipment and sound equipment is a functional model. It is designed in a simple, laconic style with a solid black design. Its body is made of wood with plastic inserts, which are insulated with special materials.

Thanks to the built-in amplifier, a power of 200 W is achieved, which allows you to comfortably listen to music or watch movies in spacious rooms. The subwoofer does its job well, delivering clear sound from 32W to 150W.

Advantages

• high power;

• adjustment of parameters and auto shutdown

• high-quality reproduction of the lower frequency range;

disadvantages

• No significant disadvantages

Bowers&Wilkins ASW608

Rating: 4.8

Активный сабвуфер Bowers&Wilkins ASW608 представляет собой младшую модель в популярной линейке, но обладает впечатляющими характеристиками. The 20cm diameter woofer is made of Kevlar, paper and resin for both strength and flexibility.

The diaphragm flexes easily, so high-quality and rich bass is reproduced. The proprietary D-class amplifier delivers 200W of power, which in turn delivers loud sound in a large room. The rear panel contains the necessary toggle switches to select the bass expansion and equalization scheme.

Advantages

• high-quality sound of low and medium frequencies;

• compact size

• flexible system of sound settings at your discretion;

disadvantages

• there is no remote control to control the settings.

Jamo SUB 210

Rating: 4.8

The Jamo SUB 210 subwoofer is designed in a laconic modern style, but if you wish, you can choose different color options. For a device of this class, it has a fairly compact size, so it does not cause any particular difficulties with placement in a room. It is equipped with a long-throw subwoofer for clear and rich reproduction of mids and lows.

The built-in amplifier allows you to receive power at peak loads up to 200 W. The bass reflex design assumes a downward direction of the speaker to increase the sound pressure and distribute it evenly throughout the room. The frequency range varies from 38 to 200 Hz.

Advantages

• compact size, excellent performance and affordable cost;

• attractive appearance for a modern interior;

• juicy and bright bass;

disadvantages

• No significant deficiencies were identified;

The best professional subwoofers for concerts

JBL STX828S

Rating: 4.9

The JBL STX828S dual subwoofer offers high power combined with quality, versatile sound. The programmed power is 4 kW, and at peak times it can reach 8 kW. During operation, two drivers are used, each of which produces about 2000 watts.

The maximum sound pressure can reach 138 dB SPL. This audio equipment belongs to the category of professional equipment, intended primarily for the organization of concerts and other events. The tightly knit body houses all the main controls for customization.

Advantages

• wide range of reproducible frequencies;

• flexible settings and quick connection to other sound equipment

• compact size for devices of this class;

disadvantages

• No disadvantages

How to choose a subwoofer for your home?

The choice of a speaker system for your home always raises many questions. Some are ready to limit themselves to standard front speakers, while others want to hear the full range of sounds. In this case, there are completely new sensations from listening to your favorite tracks or from watching an interesting movie. A wide range of models from a wide variety of manufacturers are available to customers to help achieve this goal.

An acoustic component such as a subwoofer is primarily responsible for low frequencies (bass). Often it is thanks to them that the depth of the familiar song or the volume of the soundtrack of the film appears. The specific model must be selected taking into account the requirements put forward. In this case, buyers need to pay attention to the main characteristics:

1. maintaining the volume balance across the frequency range;

2. creating a deep and realistic sound;

3. available options for customization and regulation;

4. design features.

The speaker system should be a real pleasure. If you want to find an inexpensive subwoofer for a small room, then you should pay attention to the line of budget Yamaha YST models. They easily connect to a TV, stereo system or computer, expanding the sound ranges.

For more spacious rooms 20-30 sq.m. you can choose the Pioneer S-51W or Velodyne models. They are suitable for those who want to enjoy quality sound on a regular basis. These models are attracted primarily by the optimal price-performance ratio.

Если вы рассчитываете на серьезный результат, тогда следует подбирать соответствующие модели – Bowers&Wilkins ASW608 или сабвуфер от американского производителя JBL Studio SUB 250P. They attract with their robust, sealed construction, flexible adjustment settings and high power.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.