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Best subwoofer deals: Up the bass for as low as $70

To have a good home theater or audio setup, there are several components you need, including an immersive TV and a good surround sound system to pair with it. And when it comes to creating the ideal audio system, of any kind, you can’t overlook a subwoofer. These units provide an extra bass hit which can make a big difference to your home theater setup when listening to music or watching movies. They allow you to feel every crash, every explosion, and the pound of every punch. When those jets fly overhead, the subwoofer will make your couch tremble as if the engines are right above your house. If you’re adding one to your car, you’ll feel the same but with the kicks and snare of your music. But they’re not cheap, so you can pay hundreds of dollars for a good-quality subwoofer, or even more if you’re looking at high-end options. It is possible to save some cash on top subwoofer brands like Klipsch and Sony by pinpointing the best subwoofer deals, and that’s where we have you covered.

Dr.J Professional 2.1 channel soundbar with subwoofer system — $70, was $200

DRJ Professional 2.1 channel sub and soundbar product image
DR J Professional

More than just the subwoofer, this surround system includes a versatile soundbar or dual-speaker — it can be split in half — offering a versatile audio system. It does featured Bluetooth for wireless connectivity, so you can connect a phone or tablet, for example. You can also plug your TV in via HDMI ARC, optical, or 3.5 mm audio. The 35W bass woofer delivers a nice little kick.

MartinLogan Dynamo 400 8-inch 150W Powered Subwoofer — $300, was $500

Front of the MartinLogan - Dynamo 400 8" 150W Ported, Compact, Powered Subwoofer - Satin Black
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This attractive cube of sound is a Class D amplifier with a frequency response range of 30Hz to 200kHz. It uses an Inverse Mathematical Equation (IME) filter to increase sound accuracy at the subwoofer-critical low frequencies. The MartinLogan Dynamo 400 is a ported subwoofer, pushing out low levels of distortion even with a higher volume. Of particular note is the clean, easy-to-follow inputs on the backside of the sub.

Polk Audio HTS 10 — $399, was $449

The Polk HTS10 subwoofer in a living room.
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This subwoofer was built with Polk’s “Dynamic Balance Technology” which analyzes the speaker elements for issues that typically lower quality. The result is a subwoofer that will highly complement your surround sound setup. While the sound is the main attraction of this subwoofer (and, admittedly, most others as well) we think you will also appreciate the beauty of the Polk Audio HTS 10’s cabinet.

Sonance MS10SUB — $450, was $600

The Sonance MS10SUB with its front grill off.
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The Sonance MS10SUB (aka the Sonance Magnolia 10-inch 275W Powered Subwoofer) is made with great crossover control and has a wide frequency response of 27Hz to 250kHz. One thing to note about this subwoofer is its compact size of 11.8 x 11.8 x 12.6 inches. This, combine with its dark, thick cloth grill, means it will fade into the background as the lights go off and the movies turn on.

Klipsch Reference Series 12-inch 400W Powered Subwoofer — $500, was $600

The Klipsch Reference Series 12 R-121SW set up next to a table.
Klipsch

For one of the best subwoofers around, try Klipsch’s 12-inch entry of the Reference Series. It’s powered, meaning it has a built in amp, and features a beautiful spun-copper thermoformed crystalline polymer woofer at the front. When in use it produces strong bass through a front-firing driver. Even when not in use, it will add a certain ambiance to your room with its understated appearance.

Other subwoofer deals we like

Can’t find anything to your liking? These alternative, and highly affordable, subwoofer deals might be more your style:

  • Saiyin Sound Bar with Subwoofer 2.1 System —
  • Klipsch Synergy Black Label 100 —
  • Klipsch R-120SW —

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