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Home > CE > Polk Audio PSW10 10-Inch Monitor Series Powered Subwoofer (Single, Black)

Polk Audio PSW10 10-Inch Monitor Series Powered Subwoofer (Single, Black)

Price: $126.52
     
Editorial Reviews: 
The newly reborn Monitor Series by Polk Audio is classic Polk: a quality-built, affordable line of high performance loudspeakers for music and home theater. The new PSW10 subwoofer complements the clean, stylish look of the whole line with powerful, efficient, accurate and musical bass in compact enclosures. Built for speed, power and value, the Monitor Series is a great introduction to high performance sound. 1 - 10 Diameter Dynamic Balance Polymer Composite cones Overall Frequency Response 35Hz - 200Hz Crossover variable 80Hz - 200Hz Power Output 50 watts Continuous Average Output / Dynamic Power Output 100 watts Inputs Speaker level, line level Outputs Speaker level Cabinet Size 14-3/8 H x 14 W x 16-1/8 D
Give your movies and music the rich, powerful audio they deserve with the Polk Audio PSW10 powered subwoofer. Hailing from Polk's reborn Monitor series--which ushered in the modern loudspeaker era in the mid-1970s--the sub combines quality construction with high-end performance, all for a price that won't break the bank. The PSW10 is equipped with a 10-inch polymer-composite cone driver that creates tight, musical bass, along with state-of-the-art laser-based Klippel measurement technology to perfectly center the voice coil within the magnetic field. The Klippel technology improves the linearity of the frequencies to ensure a deep, precise sound for everything from action-movie explosions to cello musical passages.

Adding to the quality is the non-resonant medium-density fiberboard (MDF) enclosure, the 0.75-inch baffles, and the internal bracing, all of which contribute to the sub's superior detail, accuracy, and musicality. Meanwhile, the PSW10's built-in high-current amplifier (50 watts RMS, 100 watts dynamic) supplies all the power you need for big bass, while the adjustable low-pass crossover, phase switch, and volume control make it easy to blend your sub's output with your front and rear speakers. The sub even includes automatic signal-sensing circuitry, meaning it knows when to turn itself on and off.

Though the PSW10 will work with any speakers, the sub specifically designed to complement the clean, stylish look and robust sounds of Polk's entire Monitor speaker line. The black oak finish is particularly compelling, with a style that fits seamlessly with most modern furnishings.

Connectivity stems from the line- and speaker-level inputs, along with the unfiltered LFE input. The combined options make it easy to connect the PSW10 with any receiver or amplifier. And movie fans will delight in the magnetic shielding, which protects nearby TVs and video monitors from video distortion. Measuring 14 by 14.38 by 16.12 inches (W x H x D) and backed by a five-year warranty on the speaker and a three-year warranty on the internal amp, the PSW10 makes a great introduction to powerful home theater sound.

What's in the Box
PSW10 subwoofer, removable grille, registration card, user's manual.



Custom Reviews: 
Great Bang for the Buck
5 out of 5 stars.
I purchased this sub to supplement a HDTV set up in my great room. The products works great, allows me to modify the set up easily and has a pleasing design. Overall just a great buy with good sound performance.

Polk Gets Down
4 out of 5 stars.
The Polk Sub is a great piece of equipment and you can not beat it for the price that Amazon sold & shipped the unit. It does have a base bottom and begins to flutter a-bit when driven with my crown. However, it goes down and responds decently. I have a JBL 12" Sub and it is comparable.
Nice unit and Fat sound.

Warren

Great!
5 out of 5 stars.
I really like this subwoofer, it is relatively portable and easy to set up, and the improvement in my sound system was dramatic!

Incredible bass, well built, and enough oooomph
5 out of 5 stars.
Love it. VERY solid and well-made. Aesthetically attractive and performs very well. I'm using it with the Polk Surround Bar and two rear shelf speakers to power a 16X16 dedicated home theater. It puts out more-than-enough bass, unless you're trying to go deaf, or impress Snoop Dogg. The clarity is exceptional and the bass is crisp and travels well. Follow the Polk instructions as they are spot-on with hookup procedures that may seem less-than-conventional. Highly Recommended!!!

Great compliment to my system
5 out of 5 stars.
I bought this to compliment my home theater. I have RTIA4's for my fronts, a CSI3 as my center, and this sub fits in really well. I could have gotten a bigger more expensive sub, but for my space I didn't need it. Watching DVD's and playing games on the PS2 is a whole new experience. Now I have to get some speakers for my surround. A great price and product for smaller spaces.

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