Monoprice 10in Powered Studio Multimedia Subwoofer with 200W Class AB Amp and Composite Cone
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When you run your input through the sub does it send a highpass from its output when sending to the monitors?
A shopper
on Jun 26, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thanks for your interest in this studio sub. The output are high pass when the sub is active. By using an optional latched foot switch you can turn the sub off. Doing this will pass full range signal to the output.
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- Dave L Staff on Jun 27, 2017
Actual measurement demonstrates the control labeled "LOW PASS FILTER" is just and only that. The unit does not have a full fledged 'CROSSOVER' as there is no elimination of low frequencies. i.e. highpassed signal, from the main monitor outputs regardless of setting. Management of Monoprice should investigate whether the manufacturer has overstated the 605999 Studio Sub capability on page 5 of the manual.
BEST ANSWER: Thanks for your interest in this studio sub. The output are high pass when the sub is active. By using an optional latched foot switch you can turn the sub off. Doing this will pass full range signal to the output.
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- Dave L Staff on Jun 27, 2017
Actual measurement demonstrates the control labeled "LOW PASS FILTER" is just and only that. The unit does not have a full fledged 'CROSSOVER' as there is no elimination of low frequencies. i.e. highpassed signal, from the main monitor outputs regardless of setting. Management of Monoprice should investigate whether the manufacturer has overstated the 605999 Studio Sub capability on page 5 of the manual.
As an owner of the 605999 studio subwoofer, having purchased with reliance on highpass to solve a room mode (standing wave) problem, actual measurments show neither XLR nor TRS outputs to main monitors are influenced by the "LOW PASS FILTER" control, i.e. receive full range signal. This is contrary to the manual that explicitly states in no less than 3 (three) places on pg. 5 that XLR and TRS outputs are highpass.
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- Alan P on Nov 11, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 12, 2020
Yes. This is a studio subwoofer that will properly set your crossover point. For example, I own a pair of Tannoy Reveal 802 monitors which goes down to 45Hz. So, I just turn the crossover knob all the way to the left which is the 50Hz setting on this subwoofer. This should save wear and tear on your monitors especially if you like to crank up the sound since full range will not be playing through your monitors. And what's equally is important is setting your subwoofer volume to match your monitors. I use an SPL meter to get volumes right. A sub bypass foot switch is good to have also.

Monoprice 10in Powered Studio Multimedia Subwoofer with 200W Class AB Amp and Composite Cone
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- Kelvin V on Jun 27, 2017
- Purchased on Feb 3, 2017
As I understand it, yes. Here is a link to the manual, which explains this.
https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/605999_Manual_150130.pdf
https://downloads.monoprice.com/files/manuals/605999_Manual_150130.pdf
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- Sean D on Jun 28, 2017
- Purchased on Apr 7, 2017
Normally the slot in the rear is near the bottom. It is also used primarily with a transmission line design, although that's not stated.
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- David L on Jun 2, 2019
Yes. I run my audio output to the input of the sub and the two outs to my monitors. Adjust crossover to taste.
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- James S on Jun 27, 2017
- Purchased on Feb 24, 2017
Yes, and the filter frequency is adjustable.
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- Mark T on Jun 27, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 12, 2017
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If connecting a mono LFE XLR source to the XLR inputs does it matter if you use L or R? I assume no need to use both.
New User U
on Apr 16, 2018
I wouldn’t imagine it matters which, but definitely try both first. The sub source is gonna be a stereo sound and the output isn’t summed from the sub so I imagine the device you’re putting it into will do that part. But if you say only put left it will only have the left channel. So do both the mono device will sum it. Mono does introduce phase issues tho, so if you have things mixed incorrectly they will cancel when summed to mono.
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- Robert T on Apr 18, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2017
Having said that, I would still recommend using stereo inputs of possible. Also, if you set your crossover for your sub woofer hi, like 80 to 100 Hz, then it’s definitely better to have stereo Signals going into the sub
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- mo on Apr 18, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 13, 2017
Either R or L is fine BUT If you're using one of the outputs from the sub to send a signal to another speaker, then yes; Obviously you need Right in and Right out.
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- Allen H on Apr 18, 2018
- Purchased on Jan 22, 2018
It doesn’t really matter, because almost anything in the sub frequencies will be mono anyway
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- mo on Apr 18, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 13, 2017
You are correct. I've run mine using a single XLR with no issues.
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- Steven P on Apr 18, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 11, 2017
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Is there a port on this box?
John A
on Jan 22, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, there is a port about 1 inch tall and nearly the entire width of the enclosure. It is right along the top of the back face just above the controls.
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- Steven P on Jan 22, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, there is a port about 1 inch tall and nearly the entire width of the enclosure. It is right along the top of the back face just above the controls.
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- Steven P on Jan 22, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 11, 2017
Yes, there is a slot shaped port on the back of the box. It does make a chuffing sound at high output levels.
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- Adam K on Jan 24, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 27, 2017
Yes, you can see it in the third picture. Top back side.
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- Andrew D on Jan 23, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 30, 2017
Yes, a slot across the back near the top of the speaker
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- Matthew L on Jan 22, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 5, 2017
Yes, it’s on the back above the rear controls.
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- New User U on Jan 23, 2018
- Purchased on Jan 30, 2017
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When the sub is powered off, does it send the full range signal to the outputs? Or, does the sub need to be on and the foot switch used to fully bypass the sub (most of the time I'll be bypassing the subwoofer so I'd rather not have it on all the time).
Salvatore P
on Apr 19, 2018
BEST ANSWER: HP outputs will not work when the sub is powered off.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 26, 2018
BEST ANSWER: HP outputs will not work when the sub is powered off.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 26, 2018
If I understand you correctly, here's how it works. If sub is powered off, power switch, no power will go to the secondary outputs,. If the sub is powered on and the footswitch is engaged, it will bypass the sub and send the signal to the secondary outputs. I have used this sub for a few months now. It has gone beyond my expectations. good luck to you. Monoprice products have gone above my expectations and I'll continue to seek them out first for new audio components.
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- Gary W on Apr 26, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 15, 2018
When the sub is off there's no output passed through. I imagine you'd have to get/make a reverse footswitch that instead uses the sub, alternatively, you could use a preamp that'll let you A/B (Schiit SYS comes to mind) and run 2 inputs to your monitors (if possible).
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- Trevor K on Apr 26, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 3, 2018
Full range signal is sent to the satellites when the sub power is off.
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- Jaiy B on Apr 26, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 1, 2018
Jaiy, others are saying no signal is sent when the sub is powered off. Are you using some kind of mechanical footswitch that is effectively bypassing the sub when engaged?
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- Salvatore P on Apr 27, 2018
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I was wondering if I can use the sub standalone without connecting them to my monitors?. I have 3 outputs on my monitor controller, I would use one for the sub and the other 2 for for my 2 sets of monitors. I don't always want to add a sub and this seems like a possibility.
A shopper
on Nov 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes you can-but I recommend running the monitors through the sub this gives you variable low frequency cut off to the monitors and use a foot switch on the sub to cancel signal when you just want to hear the monitors. Hope this helps.
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- Jeff S on Nov 15, 2018
- Purchased on Jan 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes you can-but I recommend running the monitors through the sub this gives you variable low frequency cut off to the monitors and use a foot switch on the sub to cancel signal when you just want to hear the monitors. Hope this helps.
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- Jeff S on Nov 15, 2018
- Purchased on Jan 2, 2018
That should work. The sub takes any input you want and will work independently of anything else in your system if you want it to. If you don't want sub just turn it off or mute it.
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- Kevin K on Nov 14, 2018
- Purchased on Jan 3, 2018
yrs, you can run it stand-alone. It also has a plug for a somple footswitch to turn it off and on so you can check the mix with or without it on the fly
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- DOMINIC S on Nov 14, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 12, 2017
It supports a foot switch for sub bypass, so you can go that route as well. Using extra output definitely feasible, but no high pass in that scenario.
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- jburlis on Nov 14, 2018
- Purchased on Jan 25, 2018
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What kind of footswitch does the subwoofer need? Normally Open? Normally Closed? Thanks.
James T
on Dec 5, 2016
BEST ANSWER: short answer. non-latching. boss fs-5u. i tried both the 5l and 5u and the 5u works better. one click changes from on to off. and then from off to on. if you use a latching foot pedal, you will have to click it twice to cycle on, and then twice more to cycle off. and use a ts cable also. not a trs cable.
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- mark v on Dec 8, 2016
- Purchased on Sep 21, 2016
BEST ANSWER: short answer. non-latching. boss fs-5u. i tried both the 5l and 5u and the 5u works better. one click changes from on to off. and then from off to on. if you use a latching foot pedal, you will have to click it twice to cycle on, and then twice more to cycle off. and use a ts cable also. not a trs cable.
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- mark v on Dec 8, 2016
- Purchased on Sep 21, 2016
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- Donnie R on Dec 6, 2016
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2016
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Does this subwoofer actually high-pass the XLR outputs or are they left full range? Some people seem to think it's an error in the manual.
A shopper
on Jun 27, 2017
BEST ANSWER: As an owner of the 605999 studio subwoofer, having purchased with reliance on highpass to solve a room mode (standing wave) problem, actual measurements show neither XLR nor TRS outputs to main monitors are influenced by the "LOW PASS FILTER" control, i.e. receive full range signal. This is contrary to the manual that explicitly states in no less than 3 (three) places on pg. 5 that XLR and TRS outputs are highpass.
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- Alan P on Nov 12, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 12, 2020
I wound up acquiring a miniDSP HD to gain variable high and low pass crossover capability via its digital domain crossover.. The miniDSP also provided parametric EQ, also done in the digital domain, which has been instrumental in implementing room correction along with acoustic treatment bass traps.
BEST ANSWER: As an owner of the 605999 studio subwoofer, having purchased with reliance on highpass to solve a room mode (standing wave) problem, actual measurements show neither XLR nor TRS outputs to main monitors are influenced by the "LOW PASS FILTER" control, i.e. receive full range signal. This is contrary to the manual that explicitly states in no less than 3 (three) places on pg. 5 that XLR and TRS outputs are highpass.
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- Alan P on Nov 12, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 12, 2020
I wound up acquiring a miniDSP HD to gain variable high and low pass crossover capability via its digital domain crossover.. The miniDSP also provided parametric EQ, also done in the digital domain, which has been instrumental in implementing room correction along with acoustic treatment bass traps.
Sound wise, it seems that it is high-passing the XLR outputs. Turning the volume of the sub down to zero sounds different than pressing the bypass button with the foot switch.
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- Andy B on Jul 13, 2017
- Purchased on Jan 25, 2017
It does HPF your pass thru to your monitors.
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- Joshua B on Jul 13, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 20, 2017
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What is the warranty on this?
Jasmine O
on Dec 16, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This Studio Subwoofer has a 1-year warranty.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This Studio Subwoofer has a 1-year warranty.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 19, 2017
What is the warranty?
And yours?
And yours?
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- Stan A on May 11, 2021
- Purchased on Apr 27, 2021
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When the sub is bypassed with a pedal, only the left monitor plays. Is this an electrical component issue? Used a Latching pedal with both TS and TRS cables.
New User U
on Jan 11, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Sounds like an Electrical issue. I've used a sustain pedal meant for a piano/midi controller and it works correctly. Both of monitors play when either the sub is bypassed or not.
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- Karl Y on Jan 11, 2021
- Purchased on Apr 16, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Sounds like an Electrical issue. I've used a sustain pedal meant for a piano/midi controller and it works correctly. Both of monitors play when either the sub is bypassed or not.
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- Karl Y on Jan 11, 2021
- Purchased on Apr 16, 2020
I would double check the pedal. If you're sure it's working correctly then it sounds like a defect.
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- Quinn S on Jan 12, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 23, 2020
Mine is working with a pedal with a non-latching TS (mono) plug.
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- Salvatore P on Jan 11, 2021
- Purchased on May 16, 2020
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Would this be good for an application in a 7.2 system. If so, any suggestions on how to run this from a single COAX RCA off of the receiver, best way to combine to the L/R channels on the sub and keep a clean signal?
MIchael M
on Mar 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. In order to better assist you, please feel free to contact us at tech@monoprice.com with a detailed question and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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- Mark P Staff on Apr 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. In order to better assist you, please feel free to contact us at tech@monoprice.com with a detailed question and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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- Mark P Staff on Apr 19, 2017
I assume the L+R "channels" are summed to mono anyway, so they are already "combined." Probably the best way to connect a consumer receiver with a RCA sub or LFE output is to buy an active RCA XLR converter box. Use the shortest high quality shielded RCA cable 3 foot or less at the receiver and then use XLR to reach the subwoofer. This should avoid ground loop hum and also give you the +4 dB level you need to drive the sub at full output. I have never understood why people designed subwoofer outputs of receivers with anything other than XLR outputs. Anybody who has ever tried to use pro audio subwoofers or active studio monitors has found it essential to convert everything to XLR balanced as close to the source as possible. Otherwise you end up with hum and AM radio interference. These converter boxes are widely available from many manufacturers so just do a web search and look for good reviews.
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- New User U on Apr 17, 2018
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if i am using two of these in my set up, what is the proper way to set this up? would it be the outputs of the 1st sub in to the inputs of the 2nd sub???
victor c c
on Jun 26, 2017
BEST ANSWER: What exactly is your set up? With a standard single sub setup, you'd do Audio-Interface L+R (outputs) to Sub1 L+R (inputs), then Sub1-L (output) to Monitor-L (input) and Sub1-R (output) to Monitor-R (input). If you have two subs, label them Sub1 and Sub2.. Send Audio-Interface-L (output) to Sub1-L (input), Sub1-L (output) to Monitor-L (input). Then, send Audio-Interface-R (output) to Sub2-R (input), and Sub2-R (output) to Monitor-R (input). In other words: Don't send L+R to a single sub. Call your subs "Sub1-L" and "Sub2-R" and send one channel to each.
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- Alvin P on Jun 26, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 19, 2016
To avoid confusion: Monitor = studio monitor = speaker. Also -- the Sub1-L/Sub2-R setup described above will give you stereo bass associated with the correct channels, but bass is mostly non-directional so it wouldn't be the end of the world if the channels got mixed somewhere in the chain. Moreover, since Sub1 and Sub2 are only acting on 1 channel each, you can use whichever in/out channel you want for each of them. I specified L and R because it makes things easier to keep track of during setup.
BEST ANSWER: What exactly is your set up? With a standard single sub setup, you'd do Audio-Interface L+R (outputs) to Sub1 L+R (inputs), then Sub1-L (output) to Monitor-L (input) and Sub1-R (output) to Monitor-R (input). If you have two subs, label them Sub1 and Sub2.. Send Audio-Interface-L (output) to Sub1-L (input), Sub1-L (output) to Monitor-L (input). Then, send Audio-Interface-R (output) to Sub2-R (input), and Sub2-R (output) to Monitor-R (input). In other words: Don't send L+R to a single sub. Call your subs "Sub1-L" and "Sub2-R" and send one channel to each.
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- Alvin P on Jun 26, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 19, 2016
To avoid confusion: Monitor = studio monitor = speaker. Also -- the Sub1-L/Sub2-R setup described above will give you stereo bass associated with the correct channels, but bass is mostly non-directional so it wouldn't be the end of the world if the channels got mixed somewhere in the chain. Moreover, since Sub1 and Sub2 are only acting on 1 channel each, you can use whichever in/out channel you want for each of them. I specified L and R because it makes things easier to keep track of during setup.
No, i would use y cable from your one sub out from pre-amp or receiver. If you have two pre-outs then the y cable is not needed. at the single cable end going into the subs you will need another rca y cable to go into red and white inputs.
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- Nicolas R on Jun 26, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2016
i am using a Presonus central station that has a dedicated pair (left & right) 1/4" TRS speaker (sub) outs so would sub #1 plug to the left and sub #2 plug to the right and no Y cord needed? or do both inputs on the subs need to be connected???
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- victor c c on Jun 26, 2017
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I have a consumer amplifier that has an unbalanced RCA subwoofer pre-out. What cable would I need to connect it? I cannot use an unbalanced RCA to XLR cable because the sub only accepts balanced XLR inputs, correct?
Chad N
on Jan 30, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Cable lengths under 25" can run unbalanced without any signal loss. The sub also has 1/4" inputs for balanced (TRS) or unbalanced (TS) connections.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 5, 2018

Monoprice 10ft Premier Series XLR Male to RCA Male Cable, 16AWG (Gold Plated)
BEST ANSWER: Cable lengths under 25" can run unbalanced without any signal loss. The sub also has 1/4" inputs for balanced (TRS) or unbalanced (TS) connections.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 5, 2018

Monoprice 10ft Premier Series XLR Male to RCA Male Cable, 16AWG (Gold Plated)
It has a 1/4" phono input that can handle unbalanced no problem. I run it directly from an iPhone output. There isn't any noticeable noise with an unbalanced input on a 6' unshielded cable.
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- Kevin K on Jan 30, 2018
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Does the high pass follow the crossover setting or is the high pass at a fixed frequency and the crossover setting only varies the top end of the low pass.? This is asked because there is at least one studio subwoofer on the market, by a major brand, that fixes the high pass at 80 Hz and the crossover control only impacts the low pass extension, apparently as a cost cutting measure.
A shopper
on Oct 10, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Great product, but in less than to weeks after purchasing price went sale for $40 less. I inquired about a adjustment and never got a response!
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- Stan A on Jun 15, 2021
- Purchased on Apr 27, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Great product, but in less than to weeks after purchasing price went sale for $40 less. I inquired about a adjustment and never got a response!
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- Stan A on Jun 15, 2021
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Does the high pass follow the crossover setting or is the high pass fixed and the crossover control only varies the low pass rolloff? Reason this is asked is because there is at least one studio subwoofer on the market, by a major brand which publishes the circuit diagram, that fixes the highpass at 80 Hz and the crossover control only vairies the low pass extension.
Alan P
on Oct 10, 2020
BEST ANSWER: As an owner of the 605999 studio subwoofer, having purchased with reliance on highpass to solve a room mode (standing wave) problem, actual measurements show neither XLR nor TRS outputs to main monitors are influenced by the "LOW PASS FILTER" control, i.e. receive full range signal. This is contrary to the manual that explicitly states in no less than 3 (three) places on pg. 5 that XLR and TRS outputs are highpass.
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- Alan P on Nov 12, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 12, 2020
BEST ANSWER: As an owner of the 605999 studio subwoofer, having purchased with reliance on highpass to solve a room mode (standing wave) problem, actual measurements show neither XLR nor TRS outputs to main monitors are influenced by the "LOW PASS FILTER" control, i.e. receive full range signal. This is contrary to the manual that explicitly states in no less than 3 (three) places on pg. 5 that XLR and TRS outputs are highpass.
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- Alan P on Nov 12, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 12, 2020
This comes from the manual:
Low Pass Filter - This knob will determine which frequencies are sent to the subwoofer and which are cutoff and sent to the outputs. Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the cutoff frequency to a maximum of 150Hz. Rotate the knob counterclockwise to decrease the cutoff frequency to a minimum of 50Hz.
I connect sub to the preamp out and the amp for my monitors to the sub outs, rolled off slightly above my monitor’s lowest rated response. This has been the best setting for my current location.
Low Pass Filter - This knob will determine which frequencies are sent to the subwoofer and which are cutoff and sent to the outputs. Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the cutoff frequency to a maximum of 150Hz. Rotate the knob counterclockwise to decrease the cutoff frequency to a minimum of 50Hz.
I connect sub to the preamp out and the amp for my monitors to the sub outs, rolled off slightly above my monitor’s lowest rated response. This has been the best setting for my current location.
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- Christopher G on Oct 11, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 18, 2019
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If I have one set of inputs connected (either XLR or TRS), do both sets of outputs work at the same time (XLR and TRS)?
Joshua W
on May 8, 2017

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Can it support 220V? do i need a voltage convertor? I will be using it in Malaysia
A shopper
on May 30, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question. This subwoofer would support 100 ~ 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz and would require a voltage converter should it be used with 220V. I hope this helps.
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- Mark P Staff on Jun 6, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question. This subwoofer would support 100 ~ 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz and would require a voltage converter should it be used with 220V. I hope this helps.
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- Mark P Staff on Jun 6, 2017
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I only have one input for my Alesis M1 Actives pair. How do I connect this? Does the left or right output do stereo on the sub?
Michael S
on Jan 5, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Connect your master output from your source to the TRS or XLR inputs on the subwoofer, then connect another set of XLR or TRS cables from the subwoofer's outputs to your existing monitors. Use shielded cables, and always favor 3 contacts (TRS or XLR) over 2 contacts (TS, like a guitar cable) since the third connector is used to deliver a stronger signal and cancel out interference..
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- Steven P on May 30, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Connect your master output from your source to the TRS or XLR inputs on the subwoofer, then connect another set of XLR or TRS cables from the subwoofer's outputs to your existing monitors. Use shielded cables, and always favor 3 contacts (TRS or XLR) over 2 contacts (TS, like a guitar cable) since the third connector is used to deliver a stronger signal and cancel out interference..
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- Steven P on May 30, 2018
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Where is the external fuse located? No power to sub following a power outage.
A shopper
on Feb 28, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The fuse is located in the power input part. Unplug the power cable from the speaker (from the wall first, of coarse). Use a small flat head screwdriver to remove the bottom section on the plastic below where the power cord plugs in. Remove old fuse and replace with new identical spec'd fuse. Push plastic back in to the receptacle.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The fuse is located in the power input part. Unplug the power cable from the speaker (from the wall first, of coarse). Use a small flat head screwdriver to remove the bottom section on the plastic below where the power cord plugs in. Remove old fuse and replace with new identical spec'd fuse. Push plastic back in to the receptacle.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 2, 2018
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When using SR studio monitors, is this sub more suited to the 5 inch version or is it still beneficial for the 8 inch version?
A shopper
on Jan 3, 2020
BEST ANSWER: 5 " version. The 5" acts more in the mid range area and the sub can grab the lows.
I'm running dual subs with JBL 305s and they work great.
I'm running dual subs with JBL 305s and they work great.
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- Robert D on Jan 3, 2020
- Purchased on Aug 7, 2019
BEST ANSWER: 5 " version. The 5" acts more in the mid range area and the sub can grab the lows.
I'm running dual subs with JBL 305s and they work great.
I'm running dual subs with JBL 305s and they work great.
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In the product description on Amazon, it says the frequency response goes down to 30 Hz, but then a few lines later says 20 Hz. Which one is it?
A shopper
on Jun 22, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I don’t have a way to check, but this subwoofer sounds sweet rolling my super zeros off and subwoofer on at 100hz.
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- Christopher G on Jun 23, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 18, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I don’t have a way to check, but this subwoofer sounds sweet rolling my super zeros off and subwoofer on at 100hz.
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- Christopher G on Jun 23, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 18, 2019
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Can this work off an avr for a 5.2 system just for music listening?
A shopper
on Jan 13, 2021
BEST ANSWER: This is an excellent sub, especially for the money!
However, to my understanding, the functionality of 5.2 (vs. 5.1) is not in the encoding so much as in the wider placement of sub frequency sources; i.e. you need two subs properly spaced to get the benefits of 5.2 Audio.
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However, to my understanding, the functionality of 5.2 (vs. 5.1) is not in the encoding so much as in the wider placement of sub frequency sources; i.e. you need two subs properly spaced to get the benefits of 5.2 Audio.
Buy 2.
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- H S C on Jan 13, 2021
- Purchased on Oct 28, 2020
BEST ANSWER: This is an excellent sub, especially for the money!
However, to my understanding, the functionality of 5.2 (vs. 5.1) is not in the encoding so much as in the wider placement of sub frequency sources; i.e. you need two subs properly spaced to get the benefits of 5.2 Audio.
Buy 2.
However, to my understanding, the functionality of 5.2 (vs. 5.1) is not in the encoding so much as in the wider placement of sub frequency sources; i.e. you need two subs properly spaced to get the benefits of 5.2 Audio.
Buy 2.
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- H S C on Jan 13, 2021
- Purchased on Oct 28, 2020
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Would this work in a5. 2 setup for audio listening run off an avr with a mono out for subwoofer?
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on Jan 13, 2021
BEST ANSWER: If you are running speakers off an avr with a mono-out I don't think you're running 5.2. Mono out means it's 5.1, no matter how many cabinets are on the .1.
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- H S C on Jan 13, 2021
- Purchased on Oct 28, 2020
BEST ANSWER: If you are running speakers off an avr with a mono-out I don't think you're running 5.2. Mono out means it's 5.1, no matter how many cabinets are on the .1.
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- H S C on Jan 13, 2021
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how does this compare with the less expensive 12" Monoprice subwoofer? I am especially interested in opinions from those who have heard both
thank you
thank you
A shopper
on Apr 5, 2018
Are the amp and driver 8ohm, 4ohm or 2ohm?
New User U
on Apr 9, 2020
Is it suitable for a small room? Also, If I need to, can I place it Horizontally without losing fielity?
A shopper
on Oct 26, 2020
The bypass pedal is not bypassing anything! It even has a red light to indicate is on or off but not doing anything my sub is always on no matter the settings and I got the one recommended by Amazon when purchasing the sub?
A shopper
on Feb 28, 2021
Does this come with an RCA cord?
A shopper
on Aug 23, 2021
Can you provide the frequency response vs SPL Graph? Thanks
A shopper
on Sep 14, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great
Incredible quality for the price.
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Rated 2 out of 5
Good sound but non-working frequency cutoff to monitors
Good sounding subwoofer for the price but the manual overstates it's flexibility. In Controls and Connections, it says in line number 11. that the Low Pass Filter will determine which frequencies are cutoff and sent to the outputs. This does not happen! You get both the sound of the subwoofer and the full range of the monitors regardless of where you set the Low Pass Filter. If you want to be able to do true A-B comparison between just your monitors and your monitors with subwoofer and rolled-off monitor out, forget it. It makes the footswitch option, that I really wanted, useless.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Really nice
I've recorded in some of the best studios from coast to coast. Been at it for over 40 years. This little thing kicks. Now when I say that I don't mean to imply that it sounds like a live PA System. I mean set at the correct level it helps to round out your mix and takes the guess work out of the Bass Guitar and Floor Toms. Really helps you to get them mixed with the kick. I haven't tried any keys with it yet but I'm sure it will be a big help there too. If you mix any Rap it will be a big help in setting the low end. I paired it up my my 305's. Haven't tried it with my 308's really don't need to. A sub is to help you hear what you are missing in your monitors. If you crank a sub too loud your mixes will most likely transfer with no low end. Think compliment not take over. You shouldn't need to turn a sub up very loud at all. 200 bucks! Ya can't beat that!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Bump For The Buck
Solid unit. The volume is barely up and it?s sailing thru some hard hitting material. Just do it.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Oh, yeah. This was one of my better life choices!
To be honest, I could have used something smaller - "someone" wasn't paying attention to the overall dimensions. (heh)
A big reason for the choice for me was I needed stereo XLR in and stereo XLR pass through. Few studio subs have this feature in this price range.
Now, I DID make it fit (sort of) and it is amazing. My recommendation is to start much lower than you might think - even if it will be a pain in the rear to adjust it. It adds a dimension standard near field monitors for casual listeners just can't touch.
Bottom line... this is a great sub to for people who just want to play music while using their computer and don't want to bother, or expend precious office space, with a dedicated receiver/amp etcetera.
A big reason for the choice for me was I needed stereo XLR in and stereo XLR pass through. Few studio subs have this feature in this price range.
Now, I DID make it fit (sort of) and it is amazing. My recommendation is to start much lower than you might think - even if it will be a pain in the rear to adjust it. It adds a dimension standard near field monitors for casual listeners just can't touch.
Bottom line... this is a great sub to for people who just want to play music while using their computer and don't want to bother, or expend precious office space, with a dedicated receiver/amp etcetera.
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 5 out of 5
Big Bang for your Buck!
I have lots of experience integrating subwoofers into home-audio and in professional sound systems. I personally own several active and passive subs and tactile bass shakers for use in my project home-studio, home-theater setup and sim-racing rig. The Monoprice 10inch Powered Studio Multimedia Subwoofer offers more value and performance than many of the more recognized brands and for less than half the cost.
I highly recommend it and I'm not affiliated with Monoprice in anyway. I'm just a satisfied customer.
I highly recommend it and I'm not affiliated with Monoprice in anyway. I'm just a satisfied customer.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Good performance so far
Haven't had too much time to work with it, first one had to be replaced due to broken cover. Seems to work well, max volume would be too much for my small space. Not marking review lower due to cover issue as this can happen with any shipped item.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Powerful
This is a great sub! I already owned the Monoprice studio monitors so connection and setting up was flawless, it sounds great and very powerful, I was listening to some music the other day and my wife thought I was playing my bass guitar and asked me to turn it down, and it wasn't really loud at all, it projects the bas frequencies really well, very happy with the purchase
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great addition to my studio
I added this sub tomy trusty pair of Fostex PM1s in my studio. While I'm not doing mixing or critical listening, I've always missed some low-end. Now I can distinctly hear bass lines and kick drums has a clear presence. Setting the crossover properly has really cleaned up the spacial separation, allowing me to pick out more elements of a given mix. It would pretty hard to complain about this unit for the price. It's a lot more power than I really need, but it sounds pretty amazing. My only complaint is that it could have been packed with more padding.
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Response from Monoprice
Wow, we were blown away by your positive words, we really appreciate the time you took to write such a detailed review!
Thank you for choosing Monoprice.
Thank you for choosing Monoprice.
September 13, 2021
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