Subwoofers

For many audioholics, the subwoofer is considered the heart of their speaker system, capable of making or breaking a system. LFE or Low Frequency Effects is a common method that movie soundtracks use to add power and punch in a movie. The subwoofer is the main speaker employed in delivering these powerful LFE bass disperals.

From the thunder of a Star Destroyer flying overhead in Star Wars to sound of a recoling shotgun blast in Terminator 2, the subwoofer provides the low end punch to add realism and power to a movie.

Not all subs are built with the same range of frequency response or quickness of recovery during heavy LFE workouts. For just this reason we have our favorite picks of ShowCase Subwoofers that tickled our fancy.

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Best Pro Subwoofer

Sunfire True Subwoofer EQ

Once again, we're in love with Bob Carver's Sunfire line of products. One of the most impressive subs we've ever run into is the Sunfire True Subwoofer EQ. Now the thing you have take into consideration is that typically subs take up a large amount of space as one of the largest speakers in a system. The True Subwoofer EQ from Sunfire takes up a measly 11 X 11 X 11 in it's dimensions. Here's the clincher, it is rated at 2,700 watts! How is this possible? Bob's special downconverter circuitry, which like his Sunfire receivers, only uses wattage when there is a sound. This effectively makes the Sunfire True Subwoofer, 10 times more powerul than subwoofers 10 times its size.

It's intricate and highly sophisticated design, allow the cone of this subwoofer to displace an enormous amount of air, easily clobbering larger subs. Plus it's patented automatic EQ calibration makes it adapatable to any room. Combine that feature with have a frequency response rated from 18 Hz to 100 Hz and you begin to get an idea of how much power is packed in this sub. 18 Hz is territory that only the finest subs can produce. With its small size and incredible performance, you will be astonished at how amazing it sounds.

Retail price is around $1,300 for the Sunfire True Subwoofer EQ.

Best Consumer Subwoofer

Infinity CSW-10

Infinity's CSW-10 subwoofer gets our award for Best Consumer Subwoofer because of it's consistent ability to deliver deep powerful bass. Coming from a 10 inch sub, it easily competes on the same level with most 12 inch subs we've tested. Not only was our movie experience filled with earth pounding bass, but our musical tastes were pleasantly satisfied with discernable pitches and notes that most excellent subs would just generate bass bloat. With a pounding 650 watt amp built in, the CSW-10 delivers with its combination of power and finesse, making it a fantastic value.

The Infinity CSW-10 also has a room calibration system with microphone to help make the sub adaptable to any room.

Retail price is around $849 for the Infinity CSW-10.

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