The subwoofer is a speaker system with the ability to reproduce low sound frequencies within the range of 20-300 Hz. This equipment is used in the home to connect to home theaters and soundbars. This allows you to enjoy clear and high-quality sound while watching movies, listening to music, etc.
Initially, subwoofers were connected via cable, but more modern models use a wireless connection.
Difficulties in choosing
If you decide to purchase a subwoofer, you should familiarize yourself with the types that can be purchased. It is active and passive. Active types of subwoofers are usually equipped with a crossover and a built-in amplifier. Therefore, synchronization of this equipment with other acoustic devices in the house occurs with minimal time. Sound from active devices is much better in sound quality than from passive devices.
The passive home subwoofer has a daisy chain connection to the main speakers andusually does not contain powerful amplifiers. The main disadvantage of such equipment is the difficulty of choosing a place for its placement.
Connection type and design
By connection type, subwoofers are divided into wired and wireless.
Most often, the wireless connection of subwoofers is via Bluetooth. Note that for some models, such a connection is used not to broadcast sound, but to control the device settings remotely. At the same time, such models have a wired connection. If we take the transmission of sound signals, then it must be borne in mind that the audio quality when connected to Bluetooth will turn out to be somewhat lower than via wires. But the lack of cables underfoot and the ability to freely move the subwoofer relative to the main signal source in most cases compensate for this shortcoming.
When choosing a subwoofer for your home, pay attention to its design. Equipment of such a plan is conditionally divided into phase inverter and closed types:
- Enclosed subwoofers have a fully enclosed cabinet, speaker and built-in amplifier. Such an active wireless subwoofer produces a flat frequency response, it is used in music systems.
- The bass-reflex subwoofers are characterized by bright acoustic design, they reproduce more frequencies than devices in a closed case.
Yamaha SRT-1500
Wireless TV subwoofer soundbar for true surround sound in5.1.
This model's elegant cabinet accommodates 12 speakers:
- 8 "sound beam" speakers;
- for stereo playback and clear dialogue transmission - two oval low-frequency radiators;
- two subwoofers for rich and deep bass.
Surround realistic sound is achieved thanks to the body made of MDF, and this ensures high sound quality. And located in the central part of the case, eight beam drivers and side woofers create a unique sound together. Two wireless subwoofers reproduce deep bass and provide independent control of audio channels.
Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth will not only connect to the subwoofer, but also serve to stream your favorite music to your mobile device.
JBL Cinema SB250 System
This active soundbar comes with a wireless subwoofer and is designed for today's TVs. Small in size and elegant, this system delivers amazing surround sound.
Supports wireless connection to the powerful and compact subwoofer included with the system, as well as cable connection to a TV.
Small and elegant, this wireless active subwoofer audio system complements your modern ultra-thin screen while delivering rich, spacious sound that far exceeds built-in TV speakers.
The system will allow you to get a home theater that works on the principle of "plug and play", and with ARC technology, you can connect a TV to Cinema SB250 with one cable. The device is easily configured to function as a TV remote control, allowing you to control the entire home theater with one hand.
JBL SoundShift technology allows you to simultaneously play sound from both a wireless source and a TV.
PolkAudioSignaS1 Soundbar
At 89 x 5 cm, the soundbar can easily cover the IR receiver on the front of the TV if placed on the same shelf in front of it.
The front panel of the system is covered with fabric, behind which two 1-inch tweeters and two 4.4-inch woofers are hidden. At the top of the speaker housing are control buttons - for pairing a wireless subwoofer via Bluetooth, adjusting the volume and switching inputs. The included remote control is quite ergonomic, it is easy to switch inputs and control all functions from it. Other features:
- Connectors and interfaces - Bluetooth, digital optical input, Wi-Fi, AUX.
- Total sound power is 200W.
- Special Features - Dolby Digital Decoder, VoiceAdjust Technology, Wireless Subwoofer.
- Delivery set - soundbar, subwoofer, documentation, control panel.
Onkyo LS7200 system
Stylish low-profile soundbar with wireless subwoofer, large bass driver, sleek AV receiver HT-L05 will bea great gift for all those who like to thoroughly upgrade the sound of their TV.
The system's receiver is equipped with efficient wireless technologies, from advanced DTS Play-Fi and Bluetooth version 4 to AirPlay and dual-band Wi-Fi, allowing you to combine all available network audio in one interface application:
- web radio;
- streaming services;
- LAN files.
Onkyo LS7200 has four HDMI inputs and HDMI outputs with a return channel that can receive audio directly from the TV. You can control the entire device both from the standard remote control and through the Onkyo Controller smartphone app.
Features:
- Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, AirPlay, FireConnect and DTS Play-Fi functions;
- connecting to the receiver via a single cable and a separate wireless subwoofer;
- soundbar with eight speakers;
- Auto Calibration AccuEQ, 4 x HDMI.
Sony HT-CT390
While watching your favorite movie, you can feel at the epicenter of the sound stage with this soundbar. The developers paid special attention to two speakers that have the ability to reproduce balanced sound over the entire frequency range. Sony's built-in wireless subwoofer delivers richer bass, making a dynamic movie scene or any special effect feel more realistic.
Wireless streaming of audio and favoritesTracks are possible from various applications via Bluetooth with almost any smartphone or tablet.
Features: Easy Bluetooth 4.0 connection, three universal settings - movie, 3D and news, after 10 minutes of inactivity, enter standby mode, wall mountable, 3D surround sound effect.
