8 Subwoofer

Polk Audio PSW111 Compact Powered 8-Inch Subwoofer

Executive Summary about 8 Inch Subwoofer by PolkAudio.com

Big Bass, Small Box

Then let PSW111 be the solution. Best matched for RM and SurroundBar series or compact speakers from other manufacturers. You can put it practically anywhere and you won't believe the punch such a small subwoofer packs. 

PSW Series Features

Floor Coupled Port*

All woofers feature a floor coupled downward firing port. This configuration brings you maximum bass impact while keeping the front of the cabinet as low profile as possible.
*Except PSW10

Composite Woofer

We don't use cheap paper cardboard woofers. This is the real deal and part of why PSW Series subwoofers outperform the competition.

Klippel Optimized Woofer

By using a state-of-the-art Klippel Distortion Analyzer, Polk engineers were able to optimize the woofer's motor structure, voice coil alignment and suspension bringing you the best possible performance even at extreme listening levels. Click here for a technical explanation.

Dynamic Balance

A Polk perfected method of analyzing a speaker's microscopic behavior with laser Interferometry. Polk engineers can tune out unwanted resonance and distortion with the right combination of materials, geometry and construction techniques. This brings you pure, distortion free sound.

 

Multiple Hook Up Options

LFE*, line and speaker level inputs, and speaker level inputs allow easy connection to any system.
*Except PSW10 & PSWi225

 

Intelligent Amplifier

PSW Series subwoofers use intelligent amplifiers.

Sturdy Feet

Keeps the sub from sliding across the floor when played at high volumes.

 

Loud and Low Rated

Polk home subwoofers are provided with CEA-2010 "Loud and Low" Spec.

Polk Audio PSW111

Executive Summary about 8 Inch Subwoofer  by Eric M. Bergfield

I researched subs online for a month, and then finally decided on Polk's PSW111. I have since owned the PSW111 for 2 months; and thus far it has been great, working perfecly with my 5.1 surround sound system.

The gun fire and explosians in Call of Duty 4 are made much more intense with the bass produced by the PSW111! I bought the PSW111 because my old Klipsch-sub burnt out, and I had to go with NO bass for 9 long months! ...When I finally hooked up the PSW111 and heard the bass, I was so throughlly pleased :D

The sub isn't magnetically shielded, so I have to keep it away from most of my other electronics; but that's not a problem - because most subs are not shielded. I spent $50 on a gold plated-6" Monster cable, kinda funny since the sub itself only cost $200.

I live in a small apt, and it fits perfecly. If you are a person who lives alone in a big house, this sub should still do you just fine, because maxing out the dial on the sub will create a room-shattering amount of bass.

Pros:
+ The sub is small, sexy looking and pretty damn powerful.
+ Built very solid, no rattling, no boomy sound whatsoever.
+ Xbox 360 games sound rediculously amazing with the PSW111.

Cons:
- The PSW111 costs slightly more than its bigger 10" cousin.
- Not magnetically shielded (but not many subs are so who cares).

Conclusion:
If you're looking for a small-sized, but still very powerful subwoofer, then this sub is HIGHLY recomended!

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