High-quality acoustics is the dream of many car owners. Real, powerful sounding and literally goosebumps sound cannot be obtained without a special low-frequency emitter. Subwoofers in a car are a large segment of products that differ in operating principles, design and other details of an engineering solution.
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Rating
Based on the reviews of people who have already bought a subwoofer in a car, we compiled a rating of “workhorses” that showed good results. The models included in the top 10 are distinguished by reliability and, of course, excellent sound. The listed subs are in different price segments, so you can choose a suitable product, including focusing on the size of your wallet.
Active
An active subwoofer is a completely self-contained device. He needs only power and an audible signal. The design of the active type subwoofer includes:
- strong case;
- large speaker;
- low frequency amplifier;
- sound control system.
A good active subwoofer in a car necessarily involves changing the phase offset and cutoff frequency. With their help, you can perfectly fit the powerful sounding bass into the sound picture created by multipoint acoustics.
In the range of products available on the market, you can find a budget subwoofer of an active type, loud, but with a minimum of adjustments. It will not be difficult to buy a device of the premium segment (automobile), which allows you to customize the sound of a low-frequency sound emitter in a wide range.
When installing a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier in the car, it is worth remembering that the active type of equipment must have conditions for heat dissipation. Therefore, it is not worth ignoring the recommendations of the manufacturer of the model, choosing where to put the device.
Alpine SWE-815
- functionality for adjusting the cutoff frequency and phase shift
- excellent build quality
- the ability to order a closed case or version with a bass reflex
- good sound
- compactness
- price / sound ratio
- thin wires
- control panel - wired
- very bright signal LED
This product is the best subwoofer for those who need high-quality sound. With a rated power of 100 W and a speaker of 8 inches, the product is installed in the trunk for better cooling conditions. When working, an authentic, juicy and soft bass is formed. It is not flat, heavy-hollowing. This is especially important if the owner of the device has a thin and musical ear.
Pioneer TS-WX210A
- quality bass
- small sizes
- Remote Control
- the ability to connect to any sound source
- price
- no connection cables included
- fixing only to the floor, in another place you have to invent brackets and landing yourself
- control panel - wired
This sub is ideal for installation in tight spaces. It can be put in the trunk, where there is already a gas bottle. Can be mounted in the armrest of the rear seats. Manufacturer's recommended installation location is floor. The sub is closed, not large, but it shows 150 watts of rated power with a speaker of 8 inches. If you do an overview of the possibilities - this device is intended only to revive the sound image. Even a simple passive subwoofer with an amplifier will show the best results.
Pioneer TS-WX70DA
- compact body
- good sound
- remote for settings
- two sound modes
- cost
- installation in the trunk only
- cable routing complexity
This sub can even be put in a car with a small trunk. Inside the case are 6-inch speakers with a total rated power of 100 watts. Basses are distinguished by good saturation and depth.The sound emitters in the system are protected by a stylish grille; it is quite difficult to accidentally damage the speakers.
Mystery MTB-309A
- good sound
- the ability to easily adjust the bass (cutoff frequency)
- wires for connection included
- speaker outputs
- housing dimensions
- need to install with enough free space
- not always authentic bass
This product is a powerful sub that goes beyond the parametrics of its price segment. The device produces 270 watts in nominal mode, has speakers 12 inches. The undoubted advantage are the outputs for external speakers. This will allow you to perfectly fit the sound of the subwoofer into the overall sound picture formed by the acoustics in the passenger compartment without phase displacement.
Ural AS-D12A
- high rated power
- strong case
- remote volume control
- no vibration protection of the amplifier
- installation in the trunk only
- weak amplifier for the working speaker
- on a wired remote control - only volume control
- very poor quality of complete wires
This powerful domestic-made subwoofer is made with high quality, with a durable solid case glued with a centipon. It is better to put it in a big car. For example, an SUV. The small volume of the trunk and body simply will not allow the device with a rated power of 400 watts to turn around.
Passive
Passive subwoofer - a true classic of the genre. These devices are connected to an external amplifier. They are ideal for a car because:
- emit a minimum of heat;
- well tolerate shaking and vibration;
- can be mounted in any position.
When using a passive subwoofer, the temperature inside the case does not increase. As a result, the speaker coil does not overheat, the sound is always clear, with a minimal amount of distortion.
The main disadvantage of a passive subwoofer is the need to purchase an amplifier for its operation. However, this fact can be viewed positively. Today it will not be difficult to buy a ULF with the necessary characteristics and types of adjustments.
Pioneer TS-SW3002S4
- quality bass
- shallow installation depth
- no location requirements
- can work with specialized multipoint acoustics
- cost
- no box, you need to do it yourself
- installation difficulties for a beginner
This product can not be called a full-fledged sub. Actually, this is only a tweeter with a diameter of 12 inches with a rated power of 400 watts. However, it is worth noting the low requirements for the working volume. The speaker needs only 8 cm of height at the installation site and 35 l of the total capacity of the subwoofer housing.
Alpine SBG-1044BR
- soft bass
- sufficient power
- compact body
- doesn’t sound good enough in a medium-sized car (more than Lada Priora)
- poor system for attaching signal wires
- bass reflex system (space required for air flow)
This sub can be called the most appropriate purchase for owners of small cars who want to get a good sound with little investment. The device sounds great, a 10-inch speaker with a rated power of 150 watts is protected by grilles. The model is a finished product for which you will have to look for a suitable placement.
Hertz ES 300
- very soft, melodic, pleasant bass
- draws frequencies that other devices are not capable of reproducing
- installed in a small enclosure
- soldering only, outdated classic
- DIY manufacture required
- may be a factory defect
This product is a 12 inch woofer with a rated power of 350 watts. It sounds very good, according to the reviews of the owners, it is not necessary to use bridge connection schemes. Installation in a closed enclosure is recommended. Volume is calculated using averaged formulas. The body of the subwoofer will have to be made by the speaker owner yourself.
Mystery MJB 12
- compact body
- finished product assembly
- durable diffuser
- good sound
- significant sound pressure
- complex fine-tuning required
- no musicality - bass is hard, dry
- cannot be used at low temperatures
This compact subwoofer has a speaker of 12 inches and 250 watts of rated power. Without exception, all owners note the difficulty of tuning and dry, hollowing bass. However, after selecting the parameters, the device perfectly complements the acoustics in the cabin. In winter, you have to go long enough with the stove turned on so that the sub starts to sound acceptable.
Alpine SWR-1542D
- engineering design, dual coils with separate connection
- quality of materials
- scope of customization
- no box volume requirements
- installation requires a hard fit
- It is recommended to put in a custom bass reflex enclosure and adjust the lower frequency limit
- price
This subwoofer is a product for experienced builders of speakers with a subwoofer. The model has small coils, but good cooling allows you to achieve a rated power of 750 watts for a 15 inch speaker. It is recommended to install this sound emitter in a hard box with an adjustable bass reflex. Sizing and a careful fit are also necessary, otherwise, according to some owners, even the car radiator grill vibrates.
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