In this main page you’ll find articles, sorted by section & category, for many topics related to home stereo subwoofers and general subwoofer loudspeakers.
What is a subwoofer?
A subwoofer, also sometimes called a sub, is a type of loudspeaker driver designed to produce low-frequency audio known as bass. Subwoofers for both car and home use typically have a frequency output range somewhere around 30 to 150 Hertz.
The name “subwoofer” is also commonly used to refer to a speaker driver installed in a matching speaker enclosure, sometimes with a pre-installed amplifier for home theater use. Although their cones can vary by speaker size, subwoofers require a larger cone size to produce lower bass frequencies due to the larger wavelength size of low frequency sound.
Subwoofers are often used to fill in the lack of bass performance from main speakers, small speaker drivers, and especially to make use of the dedicated bass channel in surround sound media.
Article categories
Subwoofer basics
Woofer Vs Subwoofer Differences, Pros & Cons, And More
Do you enjoy good bass, but are a bit confused on the benefits (and drawbacks) of a woofer vs subwoofer? You’re in the right place!…
Connection and use
How To Wire A Dual Voice Coil Speaker + Subwoofer Wiring Diagrams
Dual voice speakers (which are usually subwoofers) can be confusing, that’s for sure. To make matters worse, if you don’t know how to properly choose…
How To Connect A Subwoofer To An Old Amplifier Or Vintage Receiver
Got a vintage amplifier or receiver? When it comes time to add some great low-end bass you might be scratching your head wondering how –…