12 Inch Subwoofers

If you are an audiophile like I am, you need loud bass to complete your auditory experience, and when it comes to loud, thumping bass, size matters. For

example, a 6 inch or 8 inch subwoofer will not deliver the same amount of bass as a 12 inch subwoofer.  If you want a truly awesome audio experience when listening to your favorite songs or watching a movie, you should have a 12 inch subwoofer hooked up to your stereo or receiver.  These subwoofers are most commonly used in two situations: the car and the home theater.  A 12 inch subwoofer will deliver more than enough bass depending on the wattage of the amplifier that you pair with it.

If you have a home theater and you want to experience movies and TV shows like you were in an actual theatre, including a subwoofer in your sound system will generate that effect.  Home theater 12 inch subwoofers are usually already in a box with an amplifier. All you will need to do to install it to your existing sound system is plug in the power to the wall and run rca cable(s) from your receiver to your subwoofer.  You will be able to adjust the volume level both on the subwoofer itself and in the receiver’s settings. You can also adjust the frequency of the subwoofer to include more or less frequencies.

If you live on a busy street, you probably hear cars coming down the street making a “thumping” sound.  More than likely, if you can hear a car’s bass from the street, they have 12 inch subwoofers installed to their stereo.  Putting a subwoofer in a car is a little different than installing one in your home theater because it usually requires more accessories. You will need to buy a box to put the subwoofers in, an amp to power your subwoofers, and the wiring necessary to both hook your subwoofers up to the battery power source and hook up the subwoofers to the stereo system.  The 12 inch subwoofers that you purchase will have a maximum wattage which will determine the wattage of the amp you pair with them.

When choosing the right subwoofer, there are a few things to keep in mind.  While the subwoofer is called a “12 inch subwoofer”, it might not actually be 12 inches.  The speaker part of the subwoofer is 12 inches in diameter, but the enclosure that the speaker is in will be larger. If you are putting the sub in your home theater, you need to make sure you have the space for it, and if you are putting it in your car, you need to make sure that it can fit in the box and in your trunk.  These subwoofers also have different frequency and ohm ratings depending on the price tag.  The main thing you need to look at is the wattage of the subwoofer which will determine how loud it can get and what amp to get if you are putting it in your car. If you are ready to buy a 12 inch subwoofer, I would recommend shopping at Amazon or Best Buy.

What are the Best 12 Inch Subwoofers?

The best 12-inch subwoofers will bring out the best in the music you’re listening to. The subwoofer is an essential part to make a remarkable sound system. It

really enhances the sound system because speakers usually have a frequency lower than what is advertised in their promotional materials. The sound quality is determined by the vibrations or tweeter and the air that is pushed, courtesy of the subwoofer. A good subwoofer will also improve the quality of sound produced by a small amplifier. The best home theater systems have good subwoofers to improve the bass. Scary movies become scarier with subwoofers!

It would help to consider the kind of music you listen to when purchasing the best 12-inch subwoofers. If you’re playlist is predominantly rock, your subwoofer system has to be different from the ones used with hip-hop music. Rock music comes out best with subwoofers that are between 10 inches to 12 inches. The bass has to be saturated with sound so the rock music comes out better. The rule of the thumb is to pick a bigger subwoofer for music with more bass in it.

One of the best 12-inch subwoofers in the market is the Polk Audio DSW Pro 600. The Polk Audio DSW Pro 600 can bring the house down with deep and solid lows with its 250-watt amplifier. It features an exclusive Feed Forward technology that regulates audio distortion without lowering the volume of the music. The DSW Pro 600s Polk Room Optimizer lets the user control the sound quality, depending on the location of the subwoofer. It has four choices: corner, in-cabinet, mid-room, and mid-wall. The Polk Room Optimizer automatically responds accordingly to maintain the sound with clean bass. Users say that there are no resonances to deal with in this subwoofer. The user can also modify its position, thanks to the removable feet that lets you position the unit in front-firing or down-firing operation.

Another pick is the Bazooka ELW1214P EL Series. It features a PP reinforced paper woofer cone, a single 4_ voice coil and a rubber surround. The rubber surround makes the Bazooka ELW1214P EL series a good addition to the auto sound system. It is compatible with the C.H.I.L system, Bazookas signature cooling system that gets more than 50% RMS power handling. Just remember, the best-12 inch subwoofers don’t have to injure your wallet, as long as it delivers the performance you seek. Of course, always have the subwoofer tested by the store technicians before taking it home.