Monoprice 8in 60-Watt Powered Subwoofer, Black
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Does it have an AV (red and black) cable? Trying to buy a subwoofer for my home theater but only allows AV red black cables
New User U
on Apr 18, 2019
BEST ANSWER: A reply from Jacob A mentions the need for a Y-splitter. This may not always be the case, however. Many of these LFE subwoofers merely sum the L & R Line Inputs (i.e. RCA connectors) together internally via a summing amplifier stage. This would make sense since there is only a single channel power amplifier driving a single subwoofer speaker driver. As with the RCA/Line Inputs, the HIgh-Level Speaker Inputs have a built-in resistor voltage divider (i.e. attenuator) to lower this signal voltage down to a level better suited for the RCA Line Level Inputs. So, short answer long, you don't necessarily need the Y-splitter, internally this subwoofer's circuitry is already combining the signals from either L or R inputs.
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- Hector J. R on Nov 6, 2019
BEST ANSWER: A reply from Jacob A mentions the need for a Y-splitter. This may not always be the case, however. Many of these LFE subwoofers merely sum the L & R Line Inputs (i.e. RCA connectors) together internally via a summing amplifier stage. This would make sense since there is only a single channel power amplifier driving a single subwoofer speaker driver. As with the RCA/Line Inputs, the HIgh-Level Speaker Inputs have a built-in resistor voltage divider (i.e. attenuator) to lower this signal voltage down to a level better suited for the RCA Line Level Inputs. So, short answer long, you don't necessarily need the Y-splitter, internally this subwoofer's circuitry is already combining the signals from either L or R inputs.
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- Hector J. R on Nov 6, 2019
It doesn't matter what color the cables are, only the functions of the connectors. The sub has analog input, so only an analog output can be connected. These are usually Red/Black or Red/White on most equipment. Coaxial Digital outputs also use an RCA but are usually orange in color. You cannot connect to this type of output.
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- New User U on Mar 11, 2023
It does not come with the cables themselves, but accepts them as inputs for line level/sub input. Its a rare sub now a days that will take anything but at least 1 RCA input (this sub wants 2 RCA inputs, so if your amp/reciever only has one line/sub out you will need a Y splitter)
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- Jacob A on Apr 21, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 2, 2019
Ok so it comes with a red and white line in and a red and white line out hookup BUT you can just substitute the black for the white, it works the same. I googled it just to make sure for you.
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- Jenifer S on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 27, 2019
I ran a single cable from the receiver sub woofer output and then added a red and black splitter cable to the sub woofer input. Check the RCA male or female connectors you need..
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- painter on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 3, 2019
Not sure what you mean by Red Black audio video cable, but it accepts standard speaker wire inputs, or Rca type cable inputs. Hope that helps.
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- phillip h on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 26, 2019
Yes, it does. It is about 6 feet long. I bought a 25 foot one so I could place the subwoofer back behind thee recliner.
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- Frank D on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 13, 2019
This is a passive subwoofer and needs an amplifier to power it. It has the red and black wire terminals
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- Amritpal D on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 4, 2018
The unit has two RCA coaxial jacks (red & white) for low-level input. This is the industry standard.
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- Tim on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 9, 2019
Comes with red and white cables I'm sure it would work
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- Mario D on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 24, 2019
It has red and white banana plugs on it.
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- Mike on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 14, 2018
Yes there are inputs for the cables
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- philipp a on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 10, 2019
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I have soundbar for my tv, with a single rca output for a subwoofer, would this subwoofer work?
A shopper
on May 8, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes. Just run a RCA cable to either one of the inputs on the back of the subwoofer. I used an splitter cable to plug into both inputs, but I've been told it's not really necessary. You can find the splitter on on Monoprices website....description below.
3-Port RCA Audio Splitter, Black
Item # 14C229 Mfr. Model # 6261 Catalog Page # N/A UNSPSC # 39121414
3-Port RCA Audio Splitter, Black
Item # 14C229 Mfr. Model # 6261 Catalog Page # N/A UNSPSC # 39121414
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- Mark B on May 9, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 29, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes. Just run a RCA cable to either one of the inputs on the back of the subwoofer. I used an splitter cable to plug into both inputs, but I've been told it's not really necessary. You can find the splitter on on Monoprices website....description below.
3-Port RCA Audio Splitter, Black
Item # 14C229 Mfr. Model # 6261 Catalog Page # N/A UNSPSC # 39121414
3-Port RCA Audio Splitter, Black
Item # 14C229 Mfr. Model # 6261 Catalog Page # N/A UNSPSC # 39121414
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- Mark B on May 9, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 29, 2019
Yes, you need an RCA "y", (2) RCA male to (1) RCA female
From the item description:
"If you are using an amplifier with a single mono subwoofer line level output, simply use an RCA "Y" cable to split the output and send it to the two line level inputs on the subwoofer."
From the item description:
"If you are using an amplifier with a single mono subwoofer line level output, simply use an RCA "Y" cable to split the output and send it to the two line level inputs on the subwoofer."
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- John R on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 6, 2019
It should. I would be concerned with the amount of output your sound bar can deliver to the sub. My sub is coming directly off a Denon receiver and sounds fine.
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- MICHAEL V on May 9, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 16, 2019
with a rca split er yes it should this has 2 low level in puts
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- Noel R on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 16, 2019
Should work fine. Ours is hooked up this way. Enjoy! -GREG
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- Gregory G N on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 6, 2019
Yes, this subwoofer would be a good fit for your soundbar.
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- Stephen E on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 18, 2019
Yes. Just use one of the input jacks.
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- Phil on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 17, 2019
Yes, works with my Vizio sound bar.
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- David C on May 9, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 1, 2019
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I have soundbar for my tv, with a single rca output for a subwoofer, would this subwoofer work?
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on May 8, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Although this sub has L&R RCA inputs, it only requires one.
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- Brian E on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on May 8, 2018
Slight correction: It requires only one if you have a single bass or LFE output on the source. If you have Left/Right outputs, you need to use both.
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- New User U on Mar 11, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Although this sub has L&R RCA inputs, it only requires one.
You should be good.
You should be good.
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- Brian E on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on May 8, 2018
Slight correction: It requires only one if you have a single bass or LFE output on the source. If you have Left/Right outputs, you need to use both.
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- New User U on Mar 11, 2023
Yes it will work with a Single cable. However you will only here bad coming from either right or left depending which RCA you use. You can purchase and additional Y-adapter (two male ends, and one female end) that you plug into the back of the subwoofer in order to get bass from the right and the left.
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- Steven P on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on Sep 16, 2018
The subwoofer is mono. The OP has a mono output, so only one input is needed. There would be no difference using two unless the source has a left/right output as well. (40 years audio professional).
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- New User U on Mar 11, 2023
To add, you should probably use the left input if using only one. Many amplifiers auto-on circuits detect signal only on the left input.
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- New User U on Mar 11, 2023
Yes, I have the same setup and it works well. The sub has finicky volume and crossover settings so you will need to play with those to get it adjusted properly, but for the cost it works pretty well.
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- Dave on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 15, 2018
Yes, this is a powered subwoofer with female RCA line in - should not be a problem and would likely enhance your audio reasonably at this price point.
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- Eric R on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 1, 2018
You would need to use a y connector with a female on one end and two males on the other end,then it will work fine.
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- Anthony F on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 1, 2018
Yes, with a “Y” rca male cable. It’s in the description.
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- Jeffrey R on May 8, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 16, 2018
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Can i use on computer?
A shopper
on Oct 21, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, you will need a 3.5mm to RCA converter https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=665
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- Ryan K L on Oct 21, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Yes, you will need a 3.5mm to RCA converter https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=665
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- Ryan K L on Oct 21, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2016
As a powered sub it can accept any audio line level output. If your computer sound board has a subwoofer output it can accept that. Feeding an audio line to it will cause it to reproduce the frequencies between 50 and 250 hz.
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- Chrisglacier991@aol on Oct 22, 2017
- Purchased on Jan 31, 2017
Yes. Some soundcards have dedicated subwoofer line output Jack's. If not you can get a Y adapter and send sound to your amplified speakers and to the subwoofer. Use the volume adjustment on the sub to balance the sound.
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- Mark C on Oct 21, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 31, 2016
Yes, I have mine connected to the RCA audio out of my computer, if you don't have a dedicated subwoofer out you need to split the output from your computer, I use an RCA splitter cable to do this.
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- James J on Oct 23, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 29, 2016
if your computor has 3.1 or 5.1 built in sound system it should has connectors in the back for the sub woofer
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- Bruce on Oct 22, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 27, 2016
You can. That’s how I am using the sub as well.
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- Sanjay A on Oct 22, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2016
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My receiver does not have subwoofer LFE/ other connections. So the question is, can this Powered SW be added in line with speakers? If so, how would it be configured - Speakers between subwoofer and source, or subwoofer between speakers and source?
New User U
on Feb 19, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Great question! I am actually running the sub in-line right now. Basically you can just run speaker wire from your amp speaker outs to the speaker input on the sub and you can either run more speaker wire out of the same inputs to your speakers, or directly from the same amp outputs you run the wire to the sub from. Sounds confusing, but it is very simple. Just remember that the wire running to the sub is really only providing signal to the sub, the actual sub amp is doing the heavy lifting for the sub.
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- Daniel R on Feb 21, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 28, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Great question! I am actually running the sub in-line right now. Basically you can just run speaker wire from your amp speaker outs to the speaker input on the sub and you can either run more speaker wire out of the same inputs to your speakers, or directly from the same amp outputs you run the wire to the sub from. Sounds confusing, but it is very simple. Just remember that the wire running to the sub is really only providing signal to the sub, the actual sub amp is doing the heavy lifting for the sub.
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- Daniel R on Feb 21, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 28, 2017
Just connect the inputs to the sub and the speakers in parallel. You can either 1) Run separate pairs from the receiver to each speaker and each terminal on the sub (so each of your receiver terminals will have two wires, or 2) You can run wires from the receiver to the sub, then run wires from the sub to each speaker, in which case the sub terminals will each have two wires.
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- New User U on Mar 11, 2023
This unit has high-level inputs which take the powered signal from your amplifier. I ran separate home runs from the amp to the subwoofer and from the amp to the loud speakers. The subwoofer leads were screwed down to the posts and the loud speakers plugged into the same posts with banana plugs. I think that technically it means the sub is wired in parallel.
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- mark s on Feb 22, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 8, 2017
Enter an answer tIf your receiver has A/B speaker connections, then yes, you can. Connect the main speakers to channel A, and the Sub to B and set your output to A&B. The Sub's built in crossover will then take it from there .o this question.
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- New User U on Dec 27, 2019
You can use speaker wire direct from your receiver, either from your main terminals twisted with your stereo speaker wire or from your B terminals if your receiver can run A/B simultaneously. So it will be source to speakers and sub.
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- Benjamin C on Feb 20, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 17, 2017
You would need to use a line level converter to connect to the speaker output on the amp and convert to RCA input to the subwoofer
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- Mike M on Feb 20, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 20, 2017
look for a monitor jack and plug it in
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- david lee w on Feb 21, 2018
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Can this subwoofer be connected to a 2 channel amp?
A shopper
on Mar 22, 2019
BEST ANSWER: If your receiver has A/B speaker connections, then yes, you can. Connect the main speakers to channel A, and the Sub to B and set your output to A&B. The Sub's built in crossover will then take it from there .
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- Jeffrey K on Mar 23, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: If your receiver has A/B speaker connections, then yes, you can. Connect the main speakers to channel A, and the Sub to B and set your output to A&B. The Sub's built in crossover will then take it from there .
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- Jeffrey K on Mar 23, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 13, 2018
It's actually exactly the same as connecting all the wires to "A" and leaving the setting on "A". All A+B does is connect those terminals together in parallel. A and B are not on separate channels
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- New User U on Mar 11, 2023
Yes.
There are two (L/R) Line-level RCA inputs, and two Speaker-level inputs.
There are two (L/R) Line-level RCA inputs, and two Speaker-level inputs.
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- Brian E on Mar 22, 2019
- Purchased on May 8, 2018
For audio in yes but not for power as it is already powered
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- Aaron L on Mar 23, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 13, 2018
Yes! It has stereo jacks for left and right inputs.
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- Dan C on Mar 26, 2019
- Purchased on Sep 6, 2018
yes it can, it has left and right, inputs
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- New User U on Mar 23, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 28, 2018
It’s self powered. No amp needed.
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- DAVID S on Mar 22, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 30, 2018
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I have a TV subwoofer for my TV, with a single AUX out (3.5mm) labeled for a subwoofer; will this work with it?
A shopper
on Sep 22, 2020
BEST ANSWER: This sub has an L and R RCA inputs, so if your TV, soundbar, or reciever only has a single channel output for subwoofer, you can do one of two things:
1) Just plug the single input to the L or R input. You will still get signa and outputl, but it will be at reduced volume
2) Buy a Y-adapter that combines 2 RCA channels into a single channel.
If your TV has a 3.5mm output, in order to use this Sub, you will also need a way to convert 3.5mm to RCA inputs, as this sub ONLY has RCA and amplified inputs.
1) Just plug the single input to the L or R input. You will still get signa and outputl, but it will be at reduced volume
2) Buy a Y-adapter that combines 2 RCA channels into a single channel.
If your TV has a 3.5mm output, in order to use this Sub, you will also need a way to convert 3.5mm to RCA inputs, as this sub ONLY has RCA and amplified inputs.
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- Kyle H on Sep 24, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 21, 2020
BEST ANSWER: This sub has an L and R RCA inputs, so if your TV, soundbar, or reciever only has a single channel output for subwoofer, you can do one of two things:
1) Just plug the single input to the L or R input. You will still get signa and outputl, but it will be at reduced volume
2) Buy a Y-adapter that combines 2 RCA channels into a single channel.
If your TV has a 3.5mm output, in order to use this Sub, you will also need a way to convert 3.5mm to RCA inputs, as this sub ONLY has RCA and amplified inputs.
1) Just plug the single input to the L or R input. You will still get signa and outputl, but it will be at reduced volume
2) Buy a Y-adapter that combines 2 RCA channels into a single channel.
If your TV has a 3.5mm output, in order to use this Sub, you will also need a way to convert 3.5mm to RCA inputs, as this sub ONLY has RCA and amplified inputs.
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- Kyle H on Sep 24, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 21, 2020
The subwoofer has two RCA jacks on the rear panel, for left and right inputs. According to the manufacturer's instruction booklet, a single channel such as you describe would require a Y-connector with two RCA male plugs connected to whatever plug you need for your connection. These Y-connectors are typically short, so you might also need a cord to span the distance between the two units.
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- David on Sep 22, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 4, 2020
Yes, you have to purchase the "Y" adapter to match the right and left plugins at the back of the subwoofer.
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- William C. B on Sep 23, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 22, 2020
Yes as long as you use a 3.5mm to 2-Male RCA Adapter Audio Stereo Cable to connect TV to the subwoofer.
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- Chen-Chu L on Sep 23, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 30, 2020
Yes, you just need to get an RCA subwoofer splitter cable.
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- John M on Sep 22, 2020
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2020
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Can I connect it to a plain flat screen TV to get a better bass?
A shopper
on Feb 2, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, unless your TV has rca stereo outputs that cancel out your tv's internal speakers when used. If using the rca outputs do cancel out the internal speakers, like my TV does, you'll need to connect to a sound system of some sort first, then output to the subwoofer inputs since this model doesn't have rca outputs. You can however go straight to the subwoofer inputs from the TV then connect some passive speakers to the speaker cable outputs of the subwoofer. 60 watts should be fine with a small set of speakers.
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- Raymond J on Feb 2, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 23, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, unless your TV has rca stereo outputs that cancel out your tv's internal speakers when used. If using the rca outputs do cancel out the internal speakers, like my TV does, you'll need to connect to a sound system of some sort first, then output to the subwoofer inputs since this model doesn't have rca outputs. You can however go straight to the subwoofer inputs from the TV then connect some passive speakers to the speaker cable outputs of the subwoofer. 60 watts should be fine with a small set of speakers.
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- Raymond J on Feb 2, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 23, 2018
It depends upon your TV. If it has the connectors that match the rear coneectors of the subwoofer, then yes, it could be used to add bottom end and it does have a built in volume and crossover adjustment. BUT, your TV mus be able to use internal speakers and external at the same time, and it should also have a delay matching adjustment, although out of sync audio isn’t too noticable with just the woofer as an external speaker. You need to dig into your TV’s manual.
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- HAROLD P on Feb 2, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 17, 2019
If your tv has a sub out connection, yes you can connect it to the sub. If you have a sound bar or 5.1 receiver hooked up, than connect to the sub out. If there is no sub out connection, if the receiver has a a/b speaker selector, you can connect a or b to the subs input. These would be the only ways to utilize the sub
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- Jeffrey K on Feb 2, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 13, 2018
No, the TV audio out will direct all sound to the subwoofer and you will lose the higher and mid range pitches. You could use it with a surround sound system with a bass output. It gets more technical than its worth to try and create a work around for your current set up.
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- Mike on Feb 2, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 14, 2018
It might work since this sub has its own amp, it has left and right coax cable input, I don't know how you planning to connect it, bass response from this sub is amazing.
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- New User U on Feb 2, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 28, 2018
Yes you can connect to your flat screen TV. RCA audio out of TV to RCA line in on the powered subwoofer.
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- Steven Norris O on Feb 2, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 21, 2019
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Does this subwoofer come in a color other than black?
A shopper
on Jun 27, 2019
Black was the only option that I was given. It is very nice looking though.
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- Tom T on Jun 27, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 7, 2019
No color choices were offered when I purchased.
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- Michael M on Jun 27, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 24, 2019
To my knowledge black is the only color.
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- Tim on Jun 27, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 9, 2019
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Can I connect 2 subs up to one rca output on my sound bar using the appropriate Y cables?
A shopper
on Dec 31, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I think this will work. The woofer's input is stereo with left and right RCA jacks. If you're seeking higher bass volume, two woofers might be overkill. I use one and it's plenty loud enough.
If you want separate left and right woofers, y-connect each woofer separately to the left and right stereo outputs on your sound bar, if it has them.
If you want separate left and right woofers, y-connect each woofer separately to the left and right stereo outputs on your sound bar, if it has them.
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- David on Dec 31, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 4, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I think this will work. The woofer's input is stereo with left and right RCA jacks. If you're seeking higher bass volume, two woofers might be overkill. I use one and it's plenty loud enough.
If you want separate left and right woofers, y-connect each woofer separately to the left and right stereo outputs on your sound bar, if it has them.
If you want separate left and right woofers, y-connect each woofer separately to the left and right stereo outputs on your sound bar, if it has them.
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- David on Dec 31, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 4, 2020
notice the pic of back of spkr -a right and a left=yes can be parallel connected or maybe left in one and right in the other. Just a thought. Power amp out to spkr in should not be y jacked unless you know impedance of all components for proper matching
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- steve k on Dec 31, 2020
- Purchased on Aug 10, 2020
Technically you can, you won’t get left and right separation, but you can connect 2 subs up to one rca output on your sound bar.
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- Tanner S on Dec 31, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 21, 2020
If it's a single rca output on the sound bar for sub this probably should work. For stereo split both left and right.
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- Richard I on Dec 31, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 23, 2020
I have used that technique on audio receivers to run two subs and it worked fine.
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- Robert W on Jan 2, 2021
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Does this product include an RCA cable?
Brandon M
on Apr 10, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No it does not... need to buy one separately...
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- Harry D on Apr 10, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 27, 2016
BEST ANSWER: No it does not... need to buy one separately...
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- Harry D on Apr 10, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 27, 2016
No, you will need to provide one.
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- Gary B. M on Apr 10, 2017
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You say "If you are using an amplifier with a single mono subwoofer line level output, simply use an RCA "Y" cable to split the output and send it to the two line level inputs on the subwoofer." Is the splitter required, or will it work with the single line level connection from the amp to either the L or the R channel?
If a splitter is required, what is the center-to-center spacing between the two LINE IN RCA jacks? I'm hoping it will be the same as the spacing on Product # 7195 "RCA Jack to 2x RCA Plug Splitter", to avoid additional cable length and connections.
If a splitter is required, what is the center-to-center spacing between the two LINE IN RCA jacks? I'm hoping it will be the same as the spacing on Product # 7195 "RCA Jack to 2x RCA Plug Splitter", to avoid additional cable length and connections.
Bob S
on Aug 7, 2018
Monoprice 8in 60-Watt Powered Subwoofer, Black
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BEST ANSWER: You can use a single RCA to connect to an LFE output from your AVR. The spacing is equal to use the 7195 adapter.
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- Dave L Staff on Aug 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: You can use a single RCA to connect to an LFE output from your AVR. The spacing is equal to use the 7195 adapter.
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- Dave L Staff on Aug 15, 2018
I ordered this splitter and the spacing was perfect on the back of my older NHT Sub amplifier. I went from a Vizio soundbar with a single Sub output to the Sub Amp which has standard stereo Amp left and right input.. Works like a Champ!
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- Patrick M on Aug 15, 2018
If you have a single sub out on your amp, it should work with either R or L connection, no need for a splitter.
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- New User U on Aug 15, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 8, 2017
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Does this subwoofer come in a color other than black?
A shopper
on Jun 27, 2019
Only Black and it works wonderfully
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- Charlie P on Jun 27, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 17, 2019
As far as I know it’s black only.
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- Arthur K on Jun 27, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 23, 2019
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I am getting this to use with an amp with a powered subwoofer output and no RCA out. Will it be ok to connect this to that device?
New User U
on Dec 27, 2022
BEST ANSWER: If your amp has a 3.5mm headphone output you can buy an RCA to 3.5 adapter online. I got one from Amazon for about 8 bucks. Works perfectly with my powered sound bar. Search < (Amazon Basics 3.5mm Aux to 2 RCA Adapter Audio Cable for Stereo Speaker or (Subwoofer with Gold-Plated Plugs, 4 Foot, Black
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- Jimmie N on Jan 25, 2023
- Purchased on Dec 31, 2022
BEST ANSWER: If your amp has a 3.5mm headphone output you can buy an RCA to 3.5 adapter online. I got one from Amazon for about 8 bucks. Works perfectly with my powered sound bar. Search < (Amazon Basics 3.5mm Aux to 2 RCA Adapter Audio Cable for Stereo Speaker or (Subwoofer with Gold-Plated Plugs, 4 Foot, Black
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- Jimmie N on Jan 25, 2023
- Purchased on Dec 31, 2022
You still need 2 Way with 1 Male to 2-Female RCA Splitter in order to get this connected Monoprice Subwoofer Unit.
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- Krystian B on Jan 25, 2023
- Purchased on Dec 30, 2022
Still I would care for audio equipment very nicely avoiding Pawn Shops it's not as good experience as shopping.
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- Krystian B on Jan 25, 2023
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When using this with other powered speakers, does the line level inputs and corresponding outputs put out a high passed signal? I want to make sure signals below the set crossover frequency are not going to my stereo speakers.
Michael R
on Mar 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thanks for your interest in the subwoofer. The RCA outputs are thru outs that carry the full signal that is connected to the input. There is no filter to these outputs.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 13, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thanks for your interest in the subwoofer. The RCA outputs are thru outs that carry the full signal that is connected to the input. There is no filter to these outputs.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 13, 2017
I agree, I don't see any outputs. And by the way, it is very rare for subwoofers to have high-passed outputs, and (stupidly) rare for stereo amps to be able to accommodate that. You need an audio-video receiver.
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- eric g on Sep 11, 2017
Based on the photos and description of this subwoofer, it has no outputs of any kind.
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- Brian L on Mar 24, 2017
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What fuse do I buy if to replace a blown one?
A shopper
on Jun 16, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Directly above the fuse holder it states "2 AMP" - couldn't be any simpler. As far as the type of fuse, take it out bring it with you and they will be able to determine the replacement (i.e AGC = Fast Blow, AGX = Slow Blow, etc.) this information and the fuse's current rating are stamped into the metal end cap of the fuse itself.
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- Hector J. R on Mar 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Directly above the fuse holder it states "2 AMP" - couldn't be any simpler. As far as the type of fuse, take it out bring it with you and they will be able to determine the replacement (i.e AGC = Fast Blow, AGX = Slow Blow, etc.) this information and the fuse's current rating are stamped into the metal end cap of the fuse itself.
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- Hector J. R on Mar 2, 2018
Monoprice 12in 150-Watt Powered Subwoofer, Black -- Product # 9723 has 3A/250V printed above the fuse holder.
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- Paul P on Oct 16, 2022
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Should the light be red or green on subwoofer?
A shopper
on Dec 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes mine is always red when it is on good little sub
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- JON K on Dec 4, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 31, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes mine is always red when it is on good little sub
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- JON K on Dec 4, 2017
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Can I use this with a dvd/cd player in my RV?
A shopper
on Dec 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This unit can work with the AV system in an RV, but compatibility is more about your amplifier than your disc player. You need to split the audio signal for your existing speakers, sending full left-right audio to this subwoofer in addition to your main speakers. The larger sub from Monoprice works in series with your other speakers, this 8" model works in parallel. I can't imagine needing the added bass in a RV-hosted system, though. Seems like a better place for high-grade headphones.
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- mark s on Dec 18, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 8, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This unit can work with the AV system in an RV, but compatibility is more about your amplifier than your disc player. You need to split the audio signal for your existing speakers, sending full left-right audio to this subwoofer in addition to your main speakers. The larger sub from Monoprice works in series with your other speakers, this 8" model works in parallel. I can't imagine needing the added bass in a RV-hosted system, though. Seems like a better place for high-grade headphones.
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- mark s on Dec 18, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 8, 2017
It depends on what type of audio outputs your player has.
If the player has RCA audio outputs, you can connect this, but you will only get the low frequency sounds.
If you have amplified speaker outputs, this can connect to get the signal and pass it through to passive speakers
Also consider this is 110V AC.. Many RV systems work off the 12V DC (battery) system.
If the player has RCA audio outputs, you can connect this, but you will only get the low frequency sounds.
If you have amplified speaker outputs, this can connect to get the signal and pass it through to passive speakers
Also consider this is 110V AC.. Many RV systems work off the 12V DC (battery) system.
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- Richard A. S on Dec 17, 2017
- Purchased on Feb 12, 2017
Yes you can use it if you have RCA Jacks on the audio output. You will need a 1-2 RCA Jack splitter cable to connect your audio output to both the subwoofer and your amplifier.
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- Joseph V on Dec 17, 2017
- Purchased on Feb 11, 2017
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Can I add a passive subwoofer to either of the Left or Right (Red/Black) lines? I have a Samsung passive subwoofer that I would like to connect to this unit. Would that be possible?
New User U
on Jan 20, 2018
BEST ANSWER: There is no line out on the sub so no. Passive sub needs amplifier so would have to use amp lines out or main speaker outputs.
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- New User U on Jan 20, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 8, 2017
BEST ANSWER: There is no line out on the sub so no. Passive sub needs amplifier so would have to use amp lines out or main speaker outputs.
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- New User U on Jan 20, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 8, 2017
The internal amp only runs this driver. Won’t output to another with stock configuration as far as I can tell
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- Jon K on Jan 20, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 9, 2017
No it will not work at all... I'm so sorry about that I wanted to do the same thing....
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- guy w on Jan 20, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 9, 2017
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What is the center-to-center distance between the two pins? I'm hoping it will be the same as the two LINE IN jacks on Product # 8248 "8-Inch 60-Watt Powered Subwoofer", to avoid additional cable length and connections.
Bob S
on Aug 7, 2018
Monoprice 8in 60-Watt Powered Subwoofer, Black
Monoprice RCA Jack to 2x RCA Plug Splitter Adapter, Gold Plated
BEST ANSWER: Both pieces use standard AV spacing for Stereo RCA connections.
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- Dave L Staff on Aug 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Both pieces use standard AV spacing for Stereo RCA connections.
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- Dave L Staff on Aug 15, 2018
Your adapter looks like it should work fine. I have a similar set up and have had no issues.
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- Arthur T on Aug 18, 2018
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how can i connect this sub with klipsch r15pm active powered speakers? can you tell me if i need any additional cable and which one? can you also tell me where can i buy this sub in europe cause i saw that you dont ship to croatia?
A shopper
on Sep 10, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This powered subwoofer does not offer any line or speaker level outputs. You will need to use Y-cables from your source and run directly to the Monoprice 8" sub and your powered speakers. You may be able to work with our new staff in EU here https://www.monoprice.uk/
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 18, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This powered subwoofer does not offer any line or speaker level outputs. You will need to use Y-cables from your source and run directly to the Monoprice 8" sub and your powered speakers. You may be able to work with our new staff in EU here https://www.monoprice.uk/
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 18, 2018
You don't connect a powered sub to another speaker, must connect it to audio source so whatever you have connected to the speaker must also be connected to the sub.
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- New User U on Sep 19, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 8, 2017
You need a RCA splitter, monoprice id7186. The audio cable included is good enough.
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- Ken on Sep 18, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 17, 2017
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Hi. I just took delivery today along with a MONOPRICE 16153 stereo tube hybrid integrated amp. Got it hooked up utilizing the 16153's pre-outs to the RCA sub inputs. The speakers I am using through the regular speaker outputs from the amp are 8" 2-way Infinity bookshelf models that are very efficient.
My trouble is the subwoofer does not seem to deliver output. The power light is on, and the connections are secure, yet even when moving the sub's volume control all the way up, I get next to no sound.
What can I do, friends? THX in advance....
My trouble is the subwoofer does not seem to deliver output. The power light is on, and the connections are secure, yet even when moving the sub's volume control all the way up, I get next to no sound.
What can I do, friends? THX in advance....
Thomas S
on Feb 11, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Check the line out from the amp to another devise. Use a line out from a know devise to the sub. Sounds like one of the pieces is not functioning properly. Usually cables are to blame, try some other ones that you know work and check the cable you are using for this on something else. If you continue to have trouble please contact RMA to get a replacement.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 19, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Check the line out from the amp to another devise. Use a line out from a know devise to the sub. Sounds like one of the pieces is not functioning properly. Usually cables are to blame, try some other ones that you know work and check the cable you are using for this on something else. If you continue to have trouble please contact RMA to get a replacement.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 19, 2019
Unless the amp has a subwoofer specific rca pre out it wont let you control the volume with the amps volume control. You will need to run amplified speaker wire input into the subs amplified input and it will work great.
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- Steve C on Feb 19, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 27, 2018
Make sure your fuse on the back is seated well.
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- Jeff J on Feb 19, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 8, 2018
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Would I be able to connect the 8-inch monoprice subwoofer to these speakers as well? If so, what cable would I need?
New User U
on Apr 9, 2020
Monoprice 8in 60-Watt Powered Subwoofer, Black
Monoprice DT-4BT 60-Watt Multimedia Desktop Powered Speakers with Bluetooth
BEST ANSWER: You could also use the speaker terminal outputs on the speakers labeled “OUTPUT” to run speaker wire to the high level inputs of the subwoofer.
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- J B T on Aug 14, 2020
BEST ANSWER: You could also use the speaker terminal outputs on the speakers labeled “OUTPUT” to run speaker wire to the high level inputs of the subwoofer.
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- J B T on Aug 14, 2020
Not directly - the subwoofer needs to be connected (wired) to the receiver, the same receiver that is driving these speakers (either wired or wireless). Monoprice sells an excellent cable for that purpose (I have 2)
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- Stub on Apr 9, 2020
Could you give a link to that cable pls
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- New User U on Feb 14, 2021
yes. you would need a male stereo 1/8" to dual female stereo cable, you can get them on amazon for $12-14 to create a split to hit both the speakers and the sub.
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- Tom W on Apr 10, 2020
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my reciver has no sub input on back but has a and b for speakers and a and b canboth run so I would have to take one set off and only run my front speakers if am using high level in on sub prod #8248?
A shopper
on May 15, 2020
BEST ANSWER: The amp I use does not have A and B speaker outputs, nor line or subwoofer outputs. So I ran speaker wire from the amp speaker output to the high level input on the subwoofer and then speaker wire from the same terminals on the subwoofer to the main speakers. You just have to select wire size that will allow two wires to be inserted into the high level input of the subwoofer. Work fine for my application. Running wire from the A outputs of your receiver to your main speakers and from the B outputs of your receiver to the high level inputs of the subwoofer certainly will work. If you want secondary speakers on the B output of the receiver, you could still have the subwoofer if you hooked that up like I did.
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- J B T on May 15, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 10, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The amp I use does not have A and B speaker outputs, nor line or subwoofer outputs. So I ran speaker wire from the amp speaker output to the high level input on the subwoofer and then speaker wire from the same terminals on the subwoofer to the main speakers. You just have to select wire size that will allow two wires to be inserted into the high level input of the subwoofer. Work fine for my application. Running wire from the A outputs of your receiver to your main speakers and from the B outputs of your receiver to the high level inputs of the subwoofer certainly will work. If you want secondary speakers on the B output of the receiver, you could still have the subwoofer if you hooked that up like I did.
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- J B T on May 15, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 10, 2019
run the output of speaker A to the sub. Run from the sub to your speakers. This unit is designed to be connected this way. you are essentially 'piggybacking" on the sub's speaker connections. no need to use speaker connection B on the receiver.
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- john b on May 15, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 9, 2019
That is correct as far as I know. It is a very good sub for the price.
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- Mark E F on May 15, 2020
- Purchased on Aug 23, 2019
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Will it work with my center speaker which has its own remote and a RCA output?
A shopper
on Jul 27, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes. The subwoofer has a pair of RCA jacks for stereo input. It combines the two channels into one mono channel internally. You have one channel coming from your center speaker, but you do not need to adapt it to both inputs of the subwoofer. One is enough.
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- David on Jul 27, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 4, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Yes. The subwoofer has a pair of RCA jacks for stereo input. It combines the two channels into one mono channel internally. You have one channel coming from your center speaker, but you do not need to adapt it to both inputs of the subwoofer. One is enough.
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- David on Jul 27, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 4, 2020
It should. The sub has 2 RCA inputs (L/R). So you'll probably want to use a Y split cable from your output to sub input. Sub needs line level input to work.
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- EDWARD A on Jul 27, 2021
- Purchased on Oct 21, 2020
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How long is the power cord?
A shopper
on Jan 18, 2023
The cord appears to be about four feet long.
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- Robert Lesyk L on Jan 25, 2023
- Purchased on Dec 1, 2022
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Does it power off automatically?
A shopper
on Feb 25, 2023
BEST ANSWER: No, but you can set it to "Auto On" so once it senses a signal, it "wakes up". But if the power is switched to "ON", it will always be drawing some power, but not quite as much as when set to "ON".
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- Bradley S on Feb 25, 2023
- Purchased on Aug 20, 2022
BEST ANSWER: No, but you can set it to "Auto On" so once it senses a signal, it "wakes up". But if the power is switched to "ON", it will always be drawing some power, but not quite as much as when set to "ON".
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- Bradley S on Feb 25, 2023
- Purchased on Aug 20, 2022
It can go into standby mode if not given a signal.
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- Ryan O on Feb 27, 2023
- Purchased on May 21, 2017
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How would this mate with Pioneer Andrew Jones SP-BS22 bookshelf speakers?
A shopper
on Feb 20, 2017
BEST ANSWER: You can use the HI LEVEL IN from your stereo speaker B out. Best way is to use a line out or LFE RCA output from your stereo. Your speakers will sound great.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: You can use the HI LEVEL IN from your stereo speaker B out. Best way is to use a line out or LFE RCA output from your stereo. Your speakers will sound great.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 22, 2017
I would think so. I am using a pair of JBL Loft 40 with it in a bedroom and the complement each other and sound really good together.
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- Mark C on Aug 24, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 1, 2016
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What do I need cables, amp?
Can it be connected directly to flat screen?
Can it be connected directly to flat screen?
A shopper
on Nov 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: It came with all the needed cables for my setup and I connect it directly to my screen.
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- Robert D on Jun 24, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: It came with all the needed cables for my setup and I connect it directly to my screen.
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- Robert D on Jun 24, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 2, 2018
You will need an amp and cable (rca)Enter
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- Academic I on Nov 5, 2017
- Purchased on Feb 21, 2017
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Has anyone removed the driver and know what resistance is? Most likely 4ohm or 8ohm?
MINH T
on Jan 19, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Why should that matter when the internal speaker driver is driven by its own amplifier? All of that has already been calculated into the design of this POWERED subwoofer.
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- Hector J. R on Apr 25, 2018
I believe the amplifier has more power than the driver can handle. The driver seems to bottom out when pushed. I was going to buy an efficient, yet higher power handling 8" driver to replace it.
Unfortunately, you can't measure the AC Impedance with a typical ohmeter. And the DC resistance reading does not directly correlate to AC impedance. You could however drive it with a continuous sine wave via an amplifier producing 1 volt across the speaker terminals. Then using the ammeter function of a DMM measure the current flow into the speaker. Then using Ohm's Law: 1 volt divided by your ammeter reading = AC Impedence. Make sure the frequency that you choose is within the bandwidth of both the speaker AND the digital multimeter - most inexpensive DMMs cannot measure accurately above 1kHz.
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- Hector J. R on Apr 25, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Why should that matter when the internal speaker driver is driven by its own amplifier? All of that has already been calculated into the design of this POWERED subwoofer.
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- Hector J. R on Apr 25, 2018