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Polk Audio PSW10 Powered Subwoofer - Featuring High Current Amp and Low-Pass Filter | Easy integration with most home theater system | Auto On/OFF for Low Power Consumption | Big Bass at Great value
Brand | Polk Audio |
Model Name | PSW10 |
Speaker Type | Subwoofer |
Connectivity Technology | wired |
Special Feature | Bass Boost |
About this item
- POWERED SUBWOOFER FOR EXTRA BASS & PUNCH – A 10-inch Dynamic Balance woofer & a uniquely configured directed port provides accurate bass with added depth that brings your music and movies alive. A perfect solution for your small-to-mid size room.Waterproof : No
- LOUDER CLEARER SOUND EVEN AT HIGH VOLUME – Enjoy a thrilling yet balanced music experience with rich, deep sound, even at low frequencies. BLENDS EASILY WITH ANY SPEAKER and plays the most demanding nodes effortlessly without any distortion
- DOUBLE THE AMPLIFIER POWER TO 100 Watts of Dynamic Power with its in-built 50-watt RMS amp. Sophisticated engineering with best in class resonance-free driver materials make this sub highly durable and FIT FOR EXTENDED USE
- EASY TO INTEGRATE WITH EXISTING SYSTEMS – Hook up this sub to the receiver and upgrade your music sound instantly! Features continuously variable 80-160 Hz crossover and 40-160 Hz (-3dB) frequency response
- A sleek detachable grille on the front, speaker and line-level inputs as well as speaker-level outputs on the back, and a Phase Toggle Switch for multiple subwoofers, make this sub cohesive and complete!
- Amplifier Distortion: <1%
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Bass quality | 4.6 | — | 4.7 | 4.0 | 4.7 | — |
Sound quality | 4.6 | — | 4.6 | 4.0 | 5.0 | — |
Volume control | 4.6 | — | — | 4.6 | 4.8 | — |
Sold By | — | Ningbo RiXing | Amazon.com | Electronics Expo (Authorized Dealer) | Walts TV | Sound of Tri-State Inc |
speaker size | 10 inches | 12 inches | 12 inches | 10 inches | 10 inches | 10 inches |
power source | AC | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | wired | RCA | RCA | — | RCA | — |
speaker type | Subwoofer | — | Subwoofer, Monitor, Woofer | Subwoofer | Subwoofer | Subwoofer |
mounting type | Floor Mount | — | Floor Standing | — | Floor Standing | Car Mount |
weight | 26 pounds | — | 39 pounds | — | 32.5 pounds | 36 pounds |
model name | PSW10 | K-HOME12 | MXT12 | SUB1010BK | KD-10SW | S2-1024SS |
impedance | 8 ohm | — | 4 ohm | — | — | 4 ohm |
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Single 10" Subwoofer
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100 WattsUnique design keeps your subwoofer stable and steady even at radical volume levels, for more efficient use of power. No more "escaped washing machine" syndrome. |
Laser-Based Klippel Measurement TechnologyOur state-of-the-art Klippel distortion analyzer optimizes the woofer's motor structure, voice coil alignment and suspension for smooth, unimpeded movement over a broad spectrum of the lower frequencies to ensure the best, most efficient performance even at extreme listening levels. |
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Resonance-Free Dynamic Balance Driver MaterialsPSW Series subwoofers outperform the competition with durable, resonance-free Dynamic Balance driver materials that stay stiff and move fast. You experience deep, musical low frequencies and thrilling effects with superior system blending. |
Easy Connection to Any SystemInputs
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Unique Design Keeps Your Subwoofer StableUnique design keeps your subwoofer stable and steady even at radical volume levels, for more efficient use of power. No more 'escaped washing machine' syndrome. |
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Customer Review: Bass = Heavy, Clean, DEEP
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After 8 Years of Use! - My Honest Review
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Great Sub! EASY INSTAL and Great Sound! Durable. REVIEW
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Product Dimensions | 16.2 x 14 x 14.4 inches |
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Item Weight | 26 pounds |
Manufacturer | DEI Holdings |
ASIN | B0002KVQBA |
Item model number | AM1055-C |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #36,924 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #39 in Home Audio Subwoofers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | December 9, 2006 |
Speakers Maximum Output Power | 100 Watts |
Item Weight | 26 Pounds |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Product Description
Add deep bass excitement and extended dynamic thrills to your music or movie sound system with the easy-to-connect and easy-to-use PSW 10. Its 10" Dynamic Balance composite cone driver and non-resonant enclosure produces deep, smooth response with superior detail and accuracy, while limiting distortion. The sub is powered by a high-current amplifier producing 50 Watts RMS/100 Watts dynamic power. A rotary volume control adjusts the volume of the subwoofer relative to the other speakers in the system and the unit offers a continuously variable low-pass filter, adjustable from 80-160 Hz. Easily accessible, professional-grade line- and speaker-level inputs, and speaker level outputs, allow easy connection to any system.
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Customers like the sound quality, value, quality, performance, and size of the speakers. For example, they mention that it belts out tight home-theater bass, it's a great economical solution for working spaces, and it'll be the perfect companion for an inexpensive sound system. That said, some say it works pretty decently out of the box and flawlessly on auto. That being said, they also appreciate the size.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They mention that it belts out tight home-theater bass, makes the music sound big, and gets very loud. They also say that there's no discernible loss in volume or audio quality from the speakers connected to the amp. Customers also mention that the speakers complement the front speakers quite well, and are adept at handling the lower frequencies with ease.
"...setting I have the PSW10 set at, as well as being adept at handling the lower frequencies with ease, the power doesn't drop off when the sub reaches..." Read more
"...The sound is present...strong...detailed. I haven't experienced the muddy sound as other people have noted...." Read more
"It was easy to set up and adjust, and provides powerful bass. I needed something for the TV system that was reasonably priced but decent quality...." Read more
"...again, the PSW10 does a fine job "filling out" the bottom end with solid bass, even keeping up with the action-adventure movies my kids prefer...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the speakers. They say it's a great economical solution for working spaces, shops, garage, and gyms. Customers also say it provides the best sound for the price.
"...I am very impressed with the performance for such a low price!!..." Read more
"...These pointers should help with any sub...this sub is truly a great, great buy...Hope this helps..." Read more
"...I needed something for the TV system that was reasonably priced but decent quality...." Read more
"...the Polk PSW10s have proven to be a great buy and a great value, with satisfying performance in a right-sized package...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the speakers. They mention that it produces fantastic, full, rich sound with plenty of bass. They also say that it's highly impressive, a very good subwoofer, and an excellent choice for an entry-level subwoof. Customers also say the subwoover has a nice cabinet and grill, and reproduces it all with pretty good authority.
"...The sound is present...strong...detailed. I haven't experienced the muddy sound as other people have noted...." Read more
"...Perfect for my needs. The only thing I don’t like is the cheesy spring loaded speaker cable terminals." Read more
"...Now, for the sound: it's really good -- crisp, not excessively boomy unless you turn the internal volume way up, and surprisingly capable of..." Read more
"...It looks great. (can't speak for cherry) It has a nice grill that is held on by 6 points...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the speakers. They say it works well, it works flawlessly on auto, and it serves very well. Some mention that it works great with old school receivers and game series. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and recommend it to others.
"...frequency coverage, but the takeaway here is that the PSW10 is extremely capable at filling in the lower midbass range up to the 140Hz setting I..." Read more
"...PSW10s have proven to be a great buy and a great value, with satisfying performance in a right-sized package...." Read more
"...or understands about sound with this equipment, but it works great for those two game series...." Read more
"...The size of the subwoofer is perfect for small spaces. Performance is enough." Read more
Customers like the size of the speakers. They say it's perfect for small spaces, with a compact, front-firing design that allows it to be placed under an entertainment center. Some say it fits the bill perfectly and is plenty loud for small home theaters or small stereo systems. Overall, customers are satisfied with the size and performance of the product.
"...with the varying types of music and source program I use, these fit the bill nicely. The sound is present...strong...detailed...." Read more
"...It is a great speaker, and it totally transportable and is a fun physics tool to learn about LFE and how LF sonics work...." Read more
"it is mat black, looking good. The size of the subwoofer is perfect for small spaces. Performance is enough." Read more
"...Bass is tight, expansive, crisp, room-filling, not "thumpy" or "boomy" at all...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the speakers. They mention that it looks sharp, and is a nice compliment to in-ceiling speakers or a sound bar. The compact, front-firing design allows it to be placed under an open leg, and it matches well with Polk speakers.
"...Build quality is top notch, nicely finished cabinet, the front grille is a little flimsy as this sits under my desk and I occasionally bump it with..." Read more
"...Mine is black not cherry. It looks great. (can't speak for cherry) It has a nice grill that is held on by 6 points...." Read more
"...The Polk brings in the low-end quite elegantly. Something interesting with this little 100 Watt Subby...." Read more
"it is mat black, looking good. The size of the subwoofer is perfect for small spaces. Performance is enough." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the speakers to be easy. They mention that it's simple to connect with either speaker wires or a line level, and provides powerful bass. Some say that the product is easy to set up and adjust, and it provides room-shaking bass. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease of installation.
"It was easy to set up and adjust, and provides powerful bass. I needed something for the TV system that was reasonably priced but decent quality...." Read more
"...Set up was no-brainer easy..." Read more
"...Best decision ever. This thing is super! Hook up was beyond easy...." Read more
"...when it comes to our home theater system, but it was very simple to replace our old subwoofer. Well packaged and quick delivery...." Read more
Customers like the connectivity of the speakers. They say the built-in crossover is nice, and the speakers complement each other nicely. They also appreciate the variety of hook-up options on the back panel, and multiple set up options. Customers also mention that the connections offer multiple solutions whether you're powering the speaker from elsewhere or connecting it to another source.
"...It has a nice built in crossover so you can choose the frequencies you want coming out of the sub. Right in the middle is good for me...." Read more
"...very loud, and contrary to a lot of the reviews I've read, handles movies really well in the limited tests I've put it through; War of the Worlds,..." Read more
"...Update: After dropping sub back to 1/3 power it blends well with my tower speakers for movie watching...." Read more
"...Connectivity: Another thing I liked about this was how versatile it is to connect via line level RCA inputs or speaker level wire inputs...." Read more
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To give you an idea of what I mean by value, my previous set-up had KLH Subwoofers that were so under-rated and unknown that it wasn't until I spoke of them that people even considered them as KLH (being that KLH, for some unknown reason, has a bad name. Now, by no means would I consider myself cheap...I like value--inexpensive items that do as they say while preserving quality. Being that Matt Polk put the name of the Polk legacy on these, the quality should not be in question at any point.
I think the only reason that these are at such a reduced rate is because of their meager ratings (50-Watt amp and 10" woofer...something else that is unattractive is the front facing port--don't they know that most new speakers come with the port to the rear to avoid port noise??!!) and, even moreso, reviewing its bigger brothers and sisters with downward firing ports means that although this sub isn't in the same class, there are offerings for more discerning listeners. If I had a good $1000 to blow on subwoofers, I would have probably bought two of the PSW110s without question...
Ah, yes...TWO.
The biggest reason that I look for subwoofers of value is so that I can purchase more than one (if you were wondering why I keep using these nouns in the plural). Although I am still relatively young <30y/o, I've been into home theater since the days when there was no such thing as Home-Theater-In-a-Box and Definitive Technology illuminated the minds of young, aspiring audiophiles with diagrams of their BP3000s tower speakers with built in 300-Watt Amplifiers and 15" Sub-/Woofers. Ah yes...those good ol' days...
Now, Home Theater is the standard and it may be difficult to discern one product from another (trust me, most of it is trash--INCLUDING BOSE). The best way to go about building a theater system is not by adhering to the one-click feature-like HTiB. Piece by piece...step by step... It helps to buy speakers in a particular company's model family since they are normally making use of the same drivers and are normally tonally matched. Many companies claim their speakers as tonally matched without considering the effects of the difference in enclosure size and construction of a center channel and a satellite... Ah...that's info for you--but not why I'm writing this review...
This review is about the two Polk Audio 10PSWs sitting here in front of me.
They sound awesome for what they are. I'm glad that an earlier reviewer made it known that the 50w amplifier is continuously rated--not instantly...or even rated considering a massive amount of Total Harmonic Distortion--as many companies do and then say "@ 1KHz"...who sits home listening to 1KHz Sine signals?? At loud volumes even? Don't be fooled. Normally they follow that spec up with "30-20KHz +/-3db" As many of you probably know...that's HALF the power that they're quoting it at...3db = 1/2 Wattage (or twice the wattage considering the context...normally, it's LESS, not MORE).
Many of you, I'm sure, have bought one of these and are either loving it or hating it (most loving from what I can tell). Indeed, with the varying types of music and source program I use, these fit the bill nicely. The sound is present...strong...detailed. I haven't experienced the muddy sound as other people have noted. I'm sure that it's not just luck...I have two...surely, one would be muddy if this was prevalent.
Now, time for pointers (I love the reviewers who leave pointers...it's normally the nudge for most people to consider a truly awesome product--as this one is)
Pointer#1: Buy Two (2)
These are probably some of the least expensive, best sounding subs you can get right now. When in the market for a sub, you should at least have a budget of $200--$400 even...otherwise, you'll find yourself wondering what you paid for... Remember, there are materials (wood, cables), components (subwoofer driver, subwoofer amplifier), and labor that goes into that bass machine. If any of these things aren't optimally constructed, the overall device will suffer. You can understand this, I'm sure. The flip side of this, is that surely, there was a corner cut somewhere. Thus, why continue to hammer out your amplifier? The amp is often overlooked in all of this. Most people see the pretty cone of their subwoofer and totally disregard the reality that the real work horse of the build is the amplifier.
Having two subs is not for more bass...but to conserve the life of the subwoofers you have. In addition, when the time comes to party or watch a movie, you don't have to worry about your subs (the drivers themselves) bottoming out or sounding as if they're straining. Thus, with two, you get the benefit of both worlds (longevity, present sound quality). Electronics have limitations...use them wisely and they will perform AND last a very long time...
Pointer #2: Gain >1/2
You should never have to turn your amplifier gain past half. Past half is where distortion and clipping are introduced. Sure, depending on your source, this may not be prevalent, but if you have a good, strong signal, there will come a time when you hear artifacts that weren't intended for reproduction (e.g. distortion, clipping). As a rule, if you have to turn your sub past half, you might want to adjust your settings in your receiver or see Pointer #1 again... A benefit of two, is that the both of them can be readjusted lower to account for the assistance or each other. My Polks are each at about 1/3 (and that's only because I really enjoy the sound right now...so I'm excited...otherwise they would each be at 1/4). The reason you only want "enough" volume is because headroom is what you want... this is the power that is used during explosions, kick drums--sudden bursts...this is what you bought it for, right?
Yes, that's right. I know that there are many other reviewers--bless their heart--who are praising having it just past half or 3/4 of the way up. Mine are at 1/3 and it was like that when I only had one connected. Now that I have both connected, I'll have to half the volume of both of them to equal the volume of the one (and no, the gain knob potentiometers are not linear, so it'll have to be by ear).
Pointer #3: Subs Fill, Not Dominate
Subwoofer modules are only meant to fill in where the other speakers in your system fail. My set-up has Mirage towers as my mains. However, the built in crossover of my Harmon/Kardon handles all bass traffic well--cut off at 60Hz (the point where bass can not be located by the human ear). Having the setting higher than this will not only put more stress on your sub but also the amplifier (lets not forget the amp). When adjusting the gain, you just want to ensure that the frequencies from the sub are at around the same volume as your main speakers. This will keep you from being bass hungry. That's not the point of a sub...this isn't a mobile system...this is home. The environment doesn't warrant that level of "hyper-bass"... If done this way, you will be able to reach higher sound pressure levels while retaining your dynamism...
These pointers should help with any sub...this sub is truly a great, great buy...
Hope this helps...
Introduction:
For many years I have been a basshead, not in the juvenile sense of subs at 11, but in the sense that I absolutely *love* clean, powerful bass. In everything I own from headphones, to car audio, to home theater, to my desk setup, I have to have clean, agile, powerful, deep, silky bass, and the Polk PSW10 delivers.
In addition to the PSW10 my PC desk system includes:
Micca COVO-S Compact 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers
SMSL Q5 Pro(black) Audio Component Amplifier
Mediabridge ULTRA Series Fast-Lock 45° Spade Plugs - 6 Pair Per Package - (Part# SPC-ST2-6 )
Mediabridge Banana Plugs - Corrosion-Resistant 24K Gold-Plated Connectors - 7 Pair/14 Banana Plugs (Part# SPC-BP2-7 )
AmazonBasics 1-Male to 2-Male RCA Audio Cable - 8 Feet
AmazonBasics 16-Gauge Speaker Wire - 100 Feet
Connections/setup:
I used the above 1-male to 2-male RCA cable to connect the subwoofer output from the SMSL Q5 Pro amplifier to the two RCA inputs on the PSW10. I have read multiple conflicting statements on how the inputs work on various subwoofers, this one included, some people indicate you can use a coaxial subwoofer cable to just one of the inputs, but I decided to use the 1-2 cable for good measure.
I have set the crossover fairly high, as the Micca COVO-S speakers are very tiny, and can't reach very low, I should probably upgrade the speakers to something with better frequency coverage, but the takeaway here is that the PSW10 is extremely capable at filling in the lower midbass range up to the 140Hz setting I have the PSW10 set at, as well as being adept at handling the lower frequencies with ease, the power doesn't drop off when the sub reaches way down low, and doesn't get muddy at the quick transitions. I am very impressed with the performance for such a low price!! I honestly didn't have any high or low expectations, just kept and open mind.
Music styles:
House, bass heavy, Basement Jaxx, Griz, and the like are awesome, the silky clean bass fills and envelopes you with these styles of music.
Steely Dan's Aja sounds a bit unnatural, and I found myself tweaking the setup to get this sounding good. Turning the sub volume down and tweaking the EQ in software mellowed it out, this sub is very eager and needs to be restrained at times, but works very well once adjusted.
Rage Against the Machine's self titled album also performed well, with the PSW10 producing the punchy kick drum very realistically, at at parts where there is a lot going on in the low end between the bass guitar and drums, the PSW10 was able to keep up.
Build quality is top notch, nicely finished cabinet, the front grille is a little flimsy as this sits under my desk and I occasionally bump it with my foot, hoping the thin fabric covered plastic grille will hold up over time.
Overall, I am not qualified enough to recommend something else, but for acoustic music and other instrumental styles you may want to look at other options, I feel that I had to do a fair amount of tweaking to get those styles sounding good, each time resulting in adjustments that restrained the PSW10 to keep it from overpowering the style. Nothing wrong with that approach at all in my opinion, better to have too much and tone it down, than not enough and have to strain the system to get what you want. If you listen to house, tech, electronic, drum and bass, etc, this sub will suit you very well out of the box! Love it.
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The sound is rich and clear, and easily a match for my old M&K subbie.