Monoprice SSW-10 10in 150-Watt Powered Slim Subwoofer
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Can this subwoofer be laid on its side against a wall? I'd like put it behind my couch up against the wall. Thanks!
A shopper
on Jun 10, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, it comes with feet that are attached to the width of the sub, not pictured or mentioned anywhere in the documentation, but it does come with them.
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- Stephen L on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on May 20, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, it comes with feet that are attached to the width of the sub, not pictured or mentioned anywhere in the documentation, but it does come with them.
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- Stephen L on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on May 20, 2019
Yes. The unit only has feet on the bottom but works fine vertically or horizontally. Just make sure there is some space for air to circulate around the speaker and amplifier. I have mine on its side up against the wall behind the TV stand. It ships with wall mounting brackets as well.
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- Jeff W on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 1, 2018
Yes, it can. The feet must remain attached to allow room for the amp cooling fins and movement of the speaker.
It actually can be attached to the wall off the ground if you want and ships with the necessary brackets. That was an intent in how they designed it.
It actually can be attached to the wall off the ground if you want and ships with the necessary brackets. That was an intent in how they designed it.
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- Benjamin M on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 26, 2018
Yes, it comes with wall mount brackets, and also foot-style brackets for it to sit on a vertical edge. There will be about a 2" space due to the amp heat-sink and wires. I ordered 90 degree RCA adapters on the "AZ rain forest" shopping site.
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- Tim L on Jun 11, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 1, 2018
Yes the sub woofer can be placed vertically or horizontally. If setting up vertically against the wall I would suggest having the subwoofer resonate off-the-wall for better base Enter an answer to this question.
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- David R on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 1, 2019
Yes it can. I have mine in between a cabinet and wall, next to my TV. It would be fine behind a couch. All you would need to worry about is the power and speaker wire.
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- Jonathan D P on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 4, 2019
Sure, that would work fine. It actually has a mounting bracket underneath, if you want to hang it on the wall, with the speaker directed toward the wall.
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- EILEEN C on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on May 5, 2019
Yes, It comes with brackets to lay on side and also to hang on wall. I hung mine on the wall. Sounds great. Not overpowering.
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- Mario R on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 19, 2019
I turned it on edge and added some dome-shaped silicone vibration-isolating feet (3/4", 20 duro). Works great.
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- Edouard M on Jan 27, 2024
- Purchased on Nov 24, 2023
Yes, this is how I have mine orientated, in a corner. Sound is better than expected for a slim sub.
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- New User U on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2018
Mine is mounted on its side to the wall with the brackets that came with it .
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- edward m on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 30, 2018
Yes. It can also be hung from a wall by some keyhole slots in the brackets.
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- ROBERT W on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 29, 2018
Yes it can, in fact that is exactly done with mine.
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- WILLIAM R on Jun 12, 2019
- Purchased on May 24, 2019
Yes and I believe it comes with a mounting bracket.
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- Paul P on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 17, 2018
I believe it can. It comes with hangers.
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- Ernardo M on Jun 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 1, 2018
Yes it comes with wall mount brackets
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- Alvaro O on Jun 11, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 4, 2018
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Can the legs come off? I want to put two of these under my sofa at each end.
AARON O
on Aug 8, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Unfortunately, you need the legs on. All of the controls that are normally on the back of an amplifier are on the bottom of this one. This includes the power cord, the jacks for the input signal, the on-off switch, and the volume/balance controls. Also, there is a large heat sink on the bottom of the amp that reaches almost to the floor, so even if you took the legs off the heat sink would hold the amp at nearly the same height. And besides all that, the speaker is on the bottom, pointing at the floor. Without that gap, the sound quality would be diminished. Sorry!
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- Paul S on Aug 8, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 12, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Unfortunately, you need the legs on. All of the controls that are normally on the back of an amplifier are on the bottom of this one. This includes the power cord, the jacks for the input signal, the on-off switch, and the volume/balance controls. Also, there is a large heat sink on the bottom of the amp that reaches almost to the floor, so even if you took the legs off the heat sink would hold the amp at nearly the same height. And besides all that, the speaker is on the bottom, pointing at the floor. Without that gap, the sound quality would be diminished. Sorry!
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- Paul S on Aug 8, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 12, 2018
You technically could do this if you invert them and fire the woofer upward but there are still elements that protrude on the same side as the woofer. Look at the pictures and you will see the heatsink etc.
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- Benjamin M on Aug 8, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 26, 2018
They do come off, however there is a heat sink that is just shorter than the legs, so you will still have that to contend with. Also, the speaker cone needs to be able to travel to move air, so you would have to make sure you face it upwards if you take the legs off.
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- A. Dustin B on Aug 8, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 21, 2019
The legs can come off, but you cannot lay this on the floor. There is an on-board amplifier and wiring which is needed to provide power and signal to the amp, along with passive cooling. This cannot lay flat.
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- Tim L on Aug 12, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 1, 2018
No, the legs really don't make the sub taller anyways. The amp cooling fins stick out almost as much as the legs. It fits under my sofa but I do have to lift my sofa then place sub within the frame.
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- Casey R on Aug 8, 2019
- Purchased on May 9, 2019
Yes, but there is a bar that crosses over the sub to protect it. So, It would not lay flat in the downfiring position. It would lay flat up firing. But again the bar may hit something.
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- New User U on Aug 9, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2018
No you cannot take the legs off. There’s a speaker that will be sitting directly on the floor. Also there’s an amplifier that extends a few inches Enter an answer to this question.
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- Mike W on Aug 13, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 19, 2018
Maybe they can unscrew, but I would advise against it, as the subwoofer is downward facing and the legs keep the sub from being directly on the floor.
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- Brian S on Aug 8, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 13, 2019
Yes. The U shaped legs will slide off. Overall, the sub is still taller than might be expected.
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- Ned D on Aug 8, 2019
- Purchased on May 30, 2019
No, and you need the legs, otherwise the down facing speaker won't be able to resonate.
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- D W on Aug 9, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 24, 2019
Yes, the legs can be removed. They are attached using Philips head screws.
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- john p on Aug 9, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 25, 2019
You cannot remove the legs because the amplifier will hit the floor
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- Rani S on Aug 8, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 27, 2019
Yes, they come off. Nice subwoofer.
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- Anthony J on Aug 8, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 2, 2018
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How is the clearance from the floor with those thick RCA wires when it is laying on the legs?
A shopper
on Sep 23, 2019
BEST ANSWER: 1, You don't have to use a thick wire. Skinny one work just as well. If you suffer from audiophile delusions and want to use a garden hose sized cable, buy a 90 degree adapter.
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- ROBERT W on Sep 23, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 29, 2018
BEST ANSWER: 1, You don't have to use a thick wire. Skinny one work just as well. If you suffer from audiophile delusions and want to use a garden hose sized cable, buy a 90 degree adapter.
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- ROBERT W on Sep 23, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 29, 2018
Not a problem at all. I used standard RCA plugs without issue.
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- EILEEN C on Sep 23, 2019
- Purchased on May 5, 2019
Not very good honestly. I ordered the Onix series 38079 and it does NOT fit. When an rca cable is plugged in, you have a maximum of 1 3/4" to make a 90 degree turn measured from the end of the outside metal ring collar. I would recommend some rca cables that have 90 degree ends already if you want higher quality cables. Lower quality 90 degree 6' cable with 2 white male and 2 red male ends was included in the box. If you only have a single cable coming from your receiver you will need a wye splitter. Decent sub for the price though. Don't expect it to rattle the windows.
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- Casey R on Sep 24, 2019
- Purchased on May 9, 2019
The feet on this speaker stick out 1.95 inches. The jacks on the unit stick out only .25 inches. If I was to use this in the flat on the floor position I would probably need RCA cables with Right angle plugs. I’m using it vertically.
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- Clifton W on Sep 23, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 4, 2018
The clearance is fine with RCA wires. Just use zip ties to finish your RCA wire setup.
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- Anthony J on Sep 23, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 2, 2018
There is plenty of clearance for whatever RCA cables you have.
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- Paul P on Sep 23, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 17, 2018
1-7/8 space between bottom of the sub and the floor
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- john p on Sep 23, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 25, 2019
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Can you please tell me what this is constructed out of (the enclosure, the shell)? I am curious if this can support a speaker on top of if (need this because of my room)
david g
on Jul 24, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes, the enclosure can support a speaker on top of it.
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- New User U Staff on Jul 26, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes, the enclosure can support a speaker on top of it.
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- New User U Staff on Jul 26, 2021
i dont remember whats its made of, but its quite substantial. its bigger and sturdier that the picture would suggest. it was an install for a customer and i remember it being really well made
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- larry on Aug 9, 2021
- Purchased on Dec 22, 2020
It is a particle board enclosure but it does not seem to have any deflection on top perhaps because there is a support in the middle between the the cone and the amplifier.
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- Robert K on Aug 9, 2021
- Purchased on Jun 28, 2021
The sub is made of laminated pressed patio also board and is very strong. No problem supporting a speaker in my opinion. Great build for the price. Enjoy!
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- Russell S on Aug 9, 2021
- Purchased on Mar 18, 2021
It's a solid wood top. You could put a speaker on it in a pinch but probably not the best placement. It's likely to rattle around.
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- Micki R on Aug 9, 2021
- Purchased on Mar 17, 2021
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Can the feet be detached temporarily? How high is the sub without the feet?
John___g
on Mar 11, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The feet should not be removed. The driver would be flush on the floor and would be compromised.
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- New User U Staff on Mar 11, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The feet should not be removed. The driver would be flush on the floor and would be compromised.
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- New User U Staff on Mar 11, 2019
You can detach the feet however there is a good sized heat sink on the back face not to mention the subwoofer surround also protrudes from this side. Basically the dimensions with the feet are about as small as they could be without having interference with the heatsink and travel on the sub speaker itself.
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- Benjamin M on Mar 11, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 26, 2018
They might be able to be removed, but the inputs and heat-sink for the amp still stick out. There are brackets for wall-mounting the sub as well. I would guess they add about 2" from bottom of the cabinet.
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- Tim L on Mar 12, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 1, 2018
The legs cannot be removed. Even if they could they components are on the bottom. You can hang on a wall since a set of hangers are included.
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- Ernardo M on Mar 20, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 1, 2018
The feet are just high enough to hold the sub of the ground, with out them you would be hitting the ground anytime the bass hit...
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- N I on Mar 11, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 7, 2018
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Could the wall-mount bracket be used to mount this under the floor in a joist bay?
A shopper
on May 8, 2020
BEST ANSWER: The bracket is a stubby C shaped bracket with little eye hooks the subwoofer hangs on. You should be able to do what u want if u have enough width between the joists. It may be easier to connect some wood blocks between the joists like ledges or make a platform to sit the subwoofer on instead of using the brackets. If so sit the subwoofer on some insulation or rubber to reduce vibrations
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- Jp E on May 8, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 29, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The bracket is a stubby C shaped bracket with little eye hooks the subwoofer hangs on. You should be able to do what u want if u have enough width between the joists. It may be easier to connect some wood blocks between the joists like ledges or make a platform to sit the subwoofer on instead of using the brackets. If so sit the subwoofer on some insulation or rubber to reduce vibrations
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- Jp E on May 8, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 29, 2019
Since they are designed to also be wall mounted, I do no see why not. However, please plan accordingly: size, access for repair, running the speaker wire & power cord... Also, consider the effect it would have on your sound. Would recommend a “trial” in a mock setting.
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- New User U on May 8, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 30, 2019
They could be but the sub needs the floor/wall to bounce the bass off to project the correct sound. Under the floor would cause the projection to be reversed.
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- JoJo Dancer on May 8, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 2, 2019
Obviously it’s dependent on your access, but yes, any wooden mount point will work great.
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- Jeff W on May 8, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 11, 2019
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Which channel would I use for mono input?
Paul J
on Dec 1, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I was told to use "left".
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- Tim L on Dec 2, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 1, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I was told to use "left".
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- Tim L on Dec 2, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 1, 2018
Technically, it doesn't matter since it's a single speaker and inherently a mono system. So if your source is only providing a mono signal output plug it into either left or right RCA inputs and you'll be fine.
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- Paul P on Dec 1, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 17, 2018
Hello- my receiver only has one RCA jack. You can either use one (either) jack or just get a splitter. One to two RCA splitter. Don’t over think this one. Both works fine for me.
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- Sean T on Dec 1, 2019
- Purchased on Jun 29, 2019
I use the right and have had no issues.
This also seem to be standard for most sub’s.
This also seem to be standard for most sub’s.
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- Karl D on Dec 1, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 24, 2019
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Is there a wireless option for the monoprice slim 10" version?
A shopper
on Mar 27, 2020
BEST ANSWER: We do not offer a wireless version of this product.
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- New User U Staff on Apr 7, 2020
BEST ANSWER: We do not offer a wireless version of this product.
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- New User U Staff on Apr 7, 2020
No. But you just need to buy a wireless unit like this. YOu have to be careful of interference. PAKITE PAT-635 5.8 GHz 24 Channels SD Wireless AV Sender, 656 FT Audio Video Transmitter & Receiver, Wireless RCA Extender, Stream from CCTV, VCR, DVD Player STB to SD TV, Black
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- Scott W on Mar 27, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 2, 2019
No, there is not. You would have get a bluetooth module to get wireless. But, it would have to be incorporated with the rest of the speakers.
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- Anthony J on Mar 27, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 10, 2019
Yes, with additional transmitter and receiver
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- John J on Mar 27, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 9, 2019
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I’m in Australia & I want to know if the power cable comes permanently connected or does it have different power cords for different regions?
A shopper
on Nov 30, 2022
its permanently attached to the unit. that's not to say you couldn't just remove the amp and change the cord.
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- B.B. on Nov 30, 2022
- Purchased on Sep 11, 2022
The power cord is permanently attached with a U.S. two prong plug.
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- chase g on Nov 30, 2022
- Purchased on Sep 7, 2022
it is permanently connected and approx. 4 ft. in length. USA
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- Kevin H on Nov 30, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 13, 2022
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Will this work on carpet or do you recommend a hard surface? That heat sink looks like it could get super hot.
Travis B
on Oct 31, 2018
The heat sinks on any amplifier should not get "super hot' if designed properly. More importantly if it has been tested by Underwriter's Laboratory then that aspect of performance has already been assessed. No residential electronics device shall create a fire hazard. You should be able to play any audio electronics at a moderate listening level and be able to keep your hands on the heat sink comfortably.
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- Hector J. R on Nov 4, 2018
I use mine on a very plush thick carpet and have had no issues with overheating or bottoming the sub out...
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- N I on Mar 11, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 7, 2018
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Between product ids 33830 and 9723, which one offers better audio quality? Thanks.
A shopper
on Feb 6, 2019
Monoprice SSW-10 10in 150-Watt Powered Slim Subwoofer
Monoprice 12in 150-Watt Powered Subwoofer, Black
I can't really compare the two since I only purchased the ssw 10. I can tell you the one I have is a great value as far as sound. Also it doesn't stick out like a shoe thumb. I was able to hide it under a chair. Also If you're using a LFE connection I would suggest you get a Y connector considering the subwoofer doesn't have a LFE connection.
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- Ernardo M on Feb 6, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 1, 2018
I believe the 12 inch sub is better. Both have been reviewed online. The 12 inch model is highly regarded for price and performance. The slim 10 inch model had decent reviews but not as good as the 12 inch model.
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- Quan P on Feb 6, 2019
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Hello,
Can you guys tell me what the RMS amplifier power is? It is advertised 150 watts, is this peak or RMS? Thank you in advance!
Can you guys tell me what the RMS amplifier power is? It is advertised 150 watts, is this peak or RMS? Thank you in advance!
A shopper
on Feb 13, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Good question, the spec's don't say. All I can tell you is is has plenty of power for my livingroom and we have high ceilings.
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- Karl D on Feb 13, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 24, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Good question, the spec's don't say. All I can tell you is is has plenty of power for my livingroom and we have high ceilings.
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- Karl D on Feb 13, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 24, 2019
I can't give a definitive answer, but from personal experience with the product positioned under my queen size bed I'd say 150 W peak. It's a short throw subwoofer so at high volume you'll hear the woofer over exert itself. If positioned in a corner, it'll meet a small rooms needs reasonably. If you prefer more bass or have a larger room you can chain more than subwoofer via the RCA in/outs.
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- Charles L on Feb 14, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2019
It shouldn’t matter to you, unless you plan to dig in to the enclosure and measure it yourself. For a low profile subwoofer, this is a great product with sound that really impressed me. I found it to be an impressive purchase. I own three HSU subs for my main systems, so I know what a great sub sounds like.
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- John J on Feb 14, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 9, 2019
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Can this sub connect to the sonos amp?
A shopper
on Jun 26, 2020
BEST ANSWER: it can be connected to a line level output or accept speaker wires. A sonos amp probably has both. It has very good low end sound.
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- John J on Jun 26, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 9, 2019
BEST ANSWER: it can be connected to a line level output or accept speaker wires. A sonos amp probably has both. It has very good low end sound.
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- John J on Jun 26, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 9, 2019
As long as your amp has a single or double out port. Real nice subwoofer.
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- Richard C G on Jun 26, 2020
- Purchased on Jan 20, 2020
anything that has a SUB out can be connected to this.
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- Arash G on Jun 26, 2020
- Purchased on Aug 8, 2019
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Does anyone have low level hum with the 10" model? I get a hum even if there are no inputs/outputs connected. The hum does not change with changing the level. Leads me to believe it's the internal power supply and I'm wondering if this is normal or if I have a faulty unit. Thank you.
Ian M
on Jul 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I did and I ended up returning it for a replacement unit which has been fine for the past 6 months. Oddly enough, the replacement unit was humming today for the first time ever (at least that I have heard) when I walked in the room and I thought it was going to start acting like the original unit when I realized it was only doing it as my wife was using her hair dryer 3 rooms away. As soon as she turned off the hair dryer the subwoofer hum stopped. I made her turn it back on and the hum was there, flipped it back off and hum was gone. Maybe these things are just sensitive to current draw.
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- Eric B on Jul 14, 2021
- Purchased on Dec 11, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I did and I ended up returning it for a replacement unit which has been fine for the past 6 months. Oddly enough, the replacement unit was humming today for the first time ever (at least that I have heard) when I walked in the room and I thought it was going to start acting like the original unit when I realized it was only doing it as my wife was using her hair dryer 3 rooms away. As soon as she turned off the hair dryer the subwoofer hum stopped. I made her turn it back on and the hum was there, flipped it back off and hum was gone. Maybe these things are just sensitive to current draw.
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- Eric B on Jul 14, 2021
- Purchased on Dec 11, 2020
I have not noticed any hum. Any idea how many decibels the hum is generating?
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- Bruce T on Jul 14, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 21, 2020
I have this unit and I have not experienced this problem.
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- Robert G on Jul 15, 2021
- Purchased on Oct 19, 2020
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Can you hook this up to the TV with Bluetooth?
A shopper
on Feb 9, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes, but you'll need a bluetooth DAC or bluetooth receiver. I use a Topping D50s DAC and go optical out from TV to DAC, and then RCA cables from DAC to Monoprice SSW-10, and then RCA cables from Monoprice to a Cambridge Soundbase. The DAC controls the output volume of the Monoprice and Soundbase. I connect via Bluetooth to the Topping DAC for streaming music, and use the optical connection for TV sound. If your TV has Bluetooth audio output, you should be able to connect it without the optical cable.
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- Kevin on Feb 9, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 15, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes, but you'll need a bluetooth DAC or bluetooth receiver. I use a Topping D50s DAC and go optical out from TV to DAC, and then RCA cables from DAC to Monoprice SSW-10, and then RCA cables from Monoprice to a Cambridge Soundbase. The DAC controls the output volume of the Monoprice and Soundbase. I connect via Bluetooth to the Topping DAC for streaming music, and use the optical connection for TV sound. If your TV has Bluetooth audio output, you should be able to connect it without the optical cable.
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- Kevin on Feb 9, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 15, 2021
This unit does not have Bluetooth and would require a Bluetooth receiver for your use case.
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- New User U on Feb 12, 2022
- Purchased on May 28, 2021
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When placing a ssw-10 subwoofer upright behind the entertainment center, should the speaker face the wall or away from the wall?
A shopper
on Sep 11, 2023
BEST ANSWER: It is designed to face the wall. It actually has mounting brackets so you can hang it on the wall with the speaker facing the wall. I have mine behind the entertainment center on the floor with the speaker facing the wall (it has rubber feet on that edge of the speaker that is on the floor.
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- Victor W on Sep 11, 2023
- Purchased on Jun 9, 2023
BEST ANSWER: It is designed to face the wall. It actually has mounting brackets so you can hang it on the wall with the speaker facing the wall. I have mine behind the entertainment center on the floor with the speaker facing the wall (it has rubber feet on that edge of the speaker that is on the floor.
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- Victor W on Sep 11, 2023
- Purchased on Jun 9, 2023
the speaker should face the wall, just as it would face the floor if placed horizontally.
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- Mo S on Sep 11, 2023
- Purchased on Dec 13, 2022
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I am assuming the metal bars are for hanging the sub but would that be a good option and where would you hang it?
Matt L
on Oct 31, 2018
BEST ANSWER: We think the best option is to slide it under furniture.
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- New User U Staff on Oct 31, 2018
BEST ANSWER: We think the best option is to slide it under furniture.
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- New User U Staff on Oct 31, 2018
The included photo answers your question Matt.
It bolts underneath your sofa.
It bolts underneath your sofa.
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- New User U on Nov 13, 2018
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I see a phase control for the 8" unit but don't see one for the 10". It says in the specs that it has 0 - 180 switch but I can't see it anywhere. Is there one???
Bill D
on Oct 31, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The 10" unit does not have a phase switch.
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- Benjamin M on Aug 8, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 26, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The 10" unit does not have a phase switch.
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- Benjamin M on Aug 8, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 26, 2018
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I am seeing inputs for speaker wire or left/right channels. I presume this unit contains no amplifier and has no standard subwoofer input, correct?
Nathan F
on Oct 31, 2018
BEST ANSWER: It is a 150 Watt powered subwoofer with a built in amplifier. Use can you the L or R input, or utilize a Y-adapter for the RCA terminals.
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- New User U Staff on Oct 31, 2018
BEST ANSWER: It is a 150 Watt powered subwoofer with a built in amplifier. Use can you the L or R input, or utilize a Y-adapter for the RCA terminals.
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- New User U Staff on Oct 31, 2018
Nearly EVERY powered subwoofer has High-Level Speaker inputs as well as RCA line level inputs. The speaker inputs are for those receivers or amplifiers that don't have a dedicated Subwoofer 'filtered' RCA output jack. The speaker input of these powered subwoofers have resistor-divider attenuators that brings the 'volts' of your amplifier's output down to the 100's of millivolts necessary to drive the input of the subwoofer's line-level inputs..
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- Hector J. R on Nov 4, 2018
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How big a room would this work for?
Would it perform adequately in a venue such as a clubhouse which is approx 50' x 60' x 30' with an audience of about 150 people?
if not, how many would I need to string together?
Would it perform adequately in a venue such as a clubhouse which is approx 50' x 60' x 30' with an audience of about 150 people?
if not, how many would I need to string together?
Renauld D
on Oct 31, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This subwoofer would not adequately fill such a large space with copious bass. You would need something on the commercial side, and multiples of that.
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- New User U Staff on Nov 1, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This subwoofer would not adequately fill such a large space with copious bass. You would need something on the commercial side, and multiples of that.
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- New User U Staff on Nov 1, 2018
I have it in a 20x20 family room and it is fine for slim profile format. Any bigger and I would recommend a full sized cab
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- Ronald R H on Mar 7, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 9, 2019
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Your description says "This slim, low profile ported subwoofer can be placed under your favorite chair". I see no port in any of the pictures and it is not referenced in the user manual. How have you cleverly hidden this port? Port location can be important in the placement of a subwoofer.
John M
on Nov 1, 2018
BEST ANSWER: There is a port on each of the subwoofers. We will try and add a photo of the port. Is is located on the side of the subwoofer.
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- New User U Staff on Nov 1, 2018
BEST ANSWER: There is a port on each of the subwoofers. We will try and add a photo of the port. Is is located on the side of the subwoofer.
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- New User U Staff on Nov 1, 2018
In the photo of the sub under the couch, you can see the square port on the right side of the cabinet.
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- Christopher B on Jul 17, 2021
- Purchased on Nov 27, 2020
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I have a Marantz receiver and just purchased this sub. I have a LFE connection on my receiver but non on the sub woofer. How do I connect the sub woofer to the receiver? The instruction don't really explain it. Photo of how to connect it would be very helpful. Need the info as soon as possible. Thanks
Ernardo M
on Dec 21, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Connect the LFE out on from your Marantz receiver into the Line In on the subwoofer.
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- New User U Staff on Dec 21, 2018
Should i use a RCA cable? And if I do should I just connect the single cable to the red or white connector on the subwoofer? Thanks for your help.
Yes, use an RCA cable. You can either get a Y splitter to utilize both inputs, or just plug it into the L input.
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- New User U Staff on Dec 21, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Connect the LFE out on from your Marantz receiver into the Line In on the subwoofer.
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- New User U Staff on Dec 21, 2018
Should i use a RCA cable? And if I do should I just connect the single cable to the red or white connector on the subwoofer? Thanks for your help.
Yes, use an RCA cable. You can either get a Y splitter to utilize both inputs, or just plug it into the L input.
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- New User U Staff on Dec 21, 2018
As explained in the owner's manual, it does indeed have an LFE connection -- From the owner's manual: "2. RCA Phono Jacks: These accept a line level full range signal from the pre-amplifier output of a receiver or preampflier. This full range signal is processed and amplified to power the subwoofer. Use the left "L" input if using LFE output from Audio Video Receiver.
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- DALE Z on Jun 10, 2019
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Why there is no Phase Toggle Switch for SSW-10?
A shopper
on Feb 23, 2019
BEST ANSWER: There is a phase toggle on this subwoofer. It’s a little hard to see but it’s there. I used it already and I have this exact unit just purchased in last few weeks. The main reason I used it was to reduce the hum. After trying some other things first, changing the phase seemed to help the most. Virtually no hum now.
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- Joseph D on Feb 23, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 9, 2019
BEST ANSWER: There is a phase toggle on this subwoofer. It’s a little hard to see but it’s there. I used it already and I have this exact unit just purchased in last few weeks. The main reason I used it was to reduce the hum. After trying some other things first, changing the phase seemed to help the most. Virtually no hum now.
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- Joseph D on Feb 23, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 9, 2019
If you go to the monoprice ssw-10 page that shows the subwoofer and scroll down to the center of the page that shows the features of the product it states that there is a phase control on the subwoofer.
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- Michael G on Feb 23, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 23, 2019
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Does this have an LFE input? Using this speaker with a Denon receiver that has a one Sub-out connection. Would I need a y splitter to connect this to my Denon Receiver?
A shopper
on Jul 21, 2019
BEST ANSWER: You can utilize one of the RCA jacks as the LFE input.
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- New User U Staff on Jul 22, 2019
BEST ANSWER: You can utilize one of the RCA jacks as the LFE input.
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- New User U Staff on Jul 22, 2019
Answered this by looking in the manual sorry
As explained in the owner's manual, it does indeed have an LFE connection -- From the owner's manual: "2. RCA Phono Jacks: These accept a line level full range signal from the pre-amplifier output of a receiver or preampflier. This full range signal is processed and amplified to power the subwoofer. Use the left "L" input if using LFE output from Audio Video Receiver.
As explained in the owner's manual, it does indeed have an LFE connection -- From the owner's manual: "2. RCA Phono Jacks: These accept a line level full range signal from the pre-amplifier output of a receiver or preampflier. This full range signal is processed and amplified to power the subwoofer. Use the left "L" input if using LFE output from Audio Video Receiver.
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- Mario P on Jul 21, 2019
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When using the high level input on the ssw 10 subwoofer, are the crossover adjust and volume control still functional, or are they disabled?
A shopper
on Oct 30, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes. You can still adjust the input and crossover. That'd exactly how I use it myself.
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- Paul P on Oct 30, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 17, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes. You can still adjust the input and crossover. That'd exactly how I use it myself.
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- Paul P on Oct 30, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 17, 2018
Dunno. Try to download the user manual. It's pretty good.
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- D W on Oct 30, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 24, 2019
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Can you mount in ceiling?
A shopper
on Nov 12, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I suppose you could as long as you have access if a problem arises. I never thought to mount it in ceiling. It would be interesting to see how you would do that because it's not as small as the pic makes it out to be. It does not fit under my sofa as I intended, so I had to put it behind it.
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- Jeffery G on Nov 12, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I suppose you could as long as you have access if a problem arises. I never thought to mount it in ceiling. It would be interesting to see how you would do that because it's not as small as the pic makes it out to be. It does not fit under my sofa as I intended, so I had to put it behind it.
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- Jeffery G on Nov 12, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2020
Yes, as the mounting brackets are on the underside. You would want to make sure to secure it to studs. However, the sub would be firing up at your ceiling, which (along with the overhead placement) would make it much less effective.
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- Timothy L on Nov 12, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 5, 2020
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Does it have a crossover controller?
A shopper
on Nov 27, 2021
BEST ANSWER: It has a dynamic dial to adjust the crossover from 50 to 150 Hz.
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- New User U on Dec 20, 2021
- Purchased on May 28, 2021
BEST ANSWER: It has a dynamic dial to adjust the crossover from 50 to 150 Hz.
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- New User U on Dec 20, 2021
- Purchased on May 28, 2021
Yes, knob is depicted in photos right of Level knob.
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- Dawson J on Dec 20, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 21, 2021
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What are the full specs on this subwoofer? It be a great help If you can post the owners manual.
Ara G
on May 23, 2018
BEST ANSWER: All the specs and manuals will be posted once the product is closer to release.
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- New User U Staff on May 25, 2018
BEST ANSWER: All the specs and manuals will be posted once the product is closer to release.
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What is the release date for this product? There is still no spec or manual to be found.
A shopper
on Aug 25, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Looks like you can buy it now and the manual link is below.
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- Mark B on Nov 3, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Looks like you can buy it now and the manual link is below.
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What is the cone and surround made from? I can't find out in the description or the manual.
Adam L
on Nov 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Slim Subs have paper cones with rubber surrounds.
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- Dave L Staff on Nov 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Slim Subs have paper cones with rubber surrounds.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Punch and bang for the buck!
I own the 8" version and it's ok for getting some extended bass on a small system. I've had it for at least ten years and love the size. I needed another small sub and found the 10'"on sale and pulled the trigger. Man, this thing is huge compared to the 8" and WOW the output is crazy loud and clean compared to the 8". I had to lower the output and crossover to get it just right and I'm telling you this thing rocks. I own high end subs for my main systems and this 10" compares favorably to them at a quarter of the price. Well done Monoprice!
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Rated 3 out of 5
Taller than you think
When I got it in, it was WAY taller than the pictures make it look. Trying to fit it under the couch was laughable; I never even fired it up to check sound.
My fault for not checking the dimensions, but unless you have an ultra-modern couch with legs like the dame walking into a pulp gumshoe's office, you too should check that height dimension.
My fault for not checking the dimensions, but unless you have an ultra-modern couch with legs like the dame walking into a pulp gumshoe's office, you too should check that height dimension.
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Rated 2 out of 5
Annoying hum
Doesn't matter if the unit is connected or not, signal or no signal. When powered on, there is an annoying mid-range hum. It doesn't appear to be coming from the speaker so I suspect an transformer or capacitor. Thankfully it's not located near where we sit so it's not real audible. If it had been installed near the couch, I would have to return it.
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Rated 5 out of 5
AWESOME!!
i bought 2 speakers to go with it and altogether blew my fuckin mind!!!
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Rated 3 out of 5
Needs smaller room
Nice package and feels substantial. My main issue is the lack of low- end punch similar to what other reviewers describe. I suspect the unit is a bit small for the space I wanted to use it in but may re-purpose it to another, smaller location.
My hope was that this unit would be able to be hidden away better than the current sub I'm using but the performance difference won't allow it and my wife won't be thrilled!
My hope was that this unit would be able to be hidden away better than the current sub I'm using but the performance difference won't allow it and my wife won't be thrilled!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Would buy again
Using the 10? in my 280 sq ft. patio bar area to compliment a pair of Klipsch AW-650 outdoor speakers. The sub is rated down to 25 hz but in reality it rolls off much higher than that. Give it time to break in, it will sound better. Hip hop bottom end will be lacking but it?s great for everything else. Would recommend for folks that do not need to shake the foundations.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Very good subwoofer for the money!
I purchased two of these and so far they are working out great!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Impressed. Fully worth the price!
It added a great depth to my home theater system. I have a small space and the bass it produces fills the area really well. I?ve hidden it behind the TV and those who experienced the sound were caught off guard.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Awesome in my small room
I use my SSW-10 paired with Polk R200's in a 12 x 14 room. I have it vertically orientated on the included stand behind an arm chair. This guy gets the job done. Very happy with the quality of this compact and physically versatile subwoofer.
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