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PSW10
single subwoofer
Brand Polk Audio
Model Name PSW10
Speaker Type Subwoofer
Connectivity Technology wired
Special Feature Bass Boost

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  • POWERED SUBWOOFER FOR EXTRA BASS and PUNCH – A 10-inch Dynamic Balance woofer and a uniquely configured directed port provides accurate bass with added depth that brings your music and movies alive. A perfect solution for your small-to-mid size room.Waterproof : No
  • LOUDER CLEARER SOUND EVEN AT HIGH VOLUME – Enjoy a thrilling yet balanced music experience with rich, deep sound, even at low frequencies. BLENDS EASILY WITH ANY SPEAKER and plays the most demanding nodes effortlessly without any distortion
  • DOUBLE THE AMPLIFIER POWER TO 100 Watts of Dynamic Power with its in-built 50-watt RMS amp. Sophisticated engineering with best in class resonance-free driver materials make this sub highly durable and FIT FOR EXTENDED USE
  • EASY TO INTEGRATE WITH EXISTING SYSTEMS – Hook up this sub to the receiver and upgrade your music sound instantly. Features continuously variable 80-160 Hz crossover and 40-160 Hz (-3dB) frequency response
  • A sleek detachable grille on the front, speaker and line-level inputs as well as speaker-level outputs on the back, and a Phase Toggle Switch for multiple subwoofers, make this sub cohesive and complete.
  • Amplifier Distortion: <1 percent
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Customer Ratings
4.74.7 out of 5 stars15,272
4.74.7 out of 5 stars2,276
4.74.7 out of 5 stars8,441
4.84.8 out of 5 stars955
Quality of material
4.7
4.7
4.5
4.8
Bass quality
4.6
4.7
4.2
4.7
Sound quality
4.6
4.7
4.6
4.7
Sheerness
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4.4
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4.6
4.6
4.7
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speaker size
10 inches
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10 inches
10 inches
power source
AC
Corded Electric
AC
Corded Electric
connectivity tech
wired
RCA
Coaxial
wired
speaker type
Subwoofer
Subwoofer
Subwoofer, Bookshelf, Coaxial
Subwoofer
mounting type
Floor Mount
Floor Standing
Shelf Mount, Floor Mount
Floor Standing
weight
11.8 kilograms
31 pounds
21 pounds
25.5 pounds

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PSW10

PSW10

PSW10

PSW10

Single 10" Subwoofer

  • PSW enclosures are designed and engineered for perfect volume, minutely tuned for distortion-free low frequencies, and internally braced and damped to eliminate internal standing waves and other performance-robbing resonances.
  • This unique configuration uses a specially tuned and directed port to more efficiently produce maximum bass impact.

100 Watts

Unique design keeps your subwoofer stable and steady even at radical volume levels, for more efficient use of power. No more "escaped washing machine" syndrome.

Laser-Based Klippel Measurement Technology

Our state-of-the-art Klippel distortion analyzer optimizes the woofer's motor structure, voice coil alignment and suspension for smooth, unimpeded movement over a broad spectrum of the lower frequencies to ensure the best, most efficient performance even at extreme listening levels.

PSW10

PSW10

PSW10

PSW10

Resonance-Free Dynamic Balance Driver Materials

PSW Series subwoofers outperform the competition with durable, resonance-free Dynamic Balance driver materials that stay stiff and move fast. You experience deep, musical low frequencies and thrilling effects with superior system blending.

Easy Connection to Any System

Inputs

  • Audio Inputs: Stereo Line Level - (2) RCA, Pair (L/R) Analog RCA.
  • Speaker Inputs: (2) Pair of Spring Terminals.

Outputs:

  • Audio Outputs & Speaker Outputs.
  • (2) Pair of Spring Terminals.

Unique Design Keeps Your Subwoofer Stable

Unique design keeps your subwoofer stable and steady even at radical volume levels, for more efficient use of power. No more 'escaped washing machine' syndrome.

What's in the box

  • Black powered subwoofer
  • Grille
  • Owner's manual
  • Online registration card

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    Product Description

    Add deep bass excitement and extended dynamic thrills to your music or movie sound system with the easy-to-connect and easy-to-use PSW 10. Its 10" Dynamic Balance composite cone driver and non-resonant enclosure produces deep, smooth response with superior detail and accuracy, while limiting distortion. The sub is powered by a high-current amplifier producing 50 Watts RMS/100 Watts dynamic power. A rotary volume control adjusts the volume of the subwoofer relative to the other speakers in the system and the unit offers a continuously variable low-pass filter, adjustable from 80-160 Hz. Easily accessible, professional-grade line- and speaker-level inputs, and speaker level outputs, allow easy connection to any system.

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    4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.7 out of 5
    15,272 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the sound quality, value, quality, performance, size and mention that it's the perfect companion for an inexpensive sound system. They say that it belts out tight home theater bass and that it works flawlessly on auto. They also appreciate the size, saying that it’s perfect for the small room.

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    3,398 customers mention2,962 positive436 negative

    Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They mention that it belts out tight home theater bass, makes the music sound big, and gets very loud. They say that it complements the front speakers quite well, and that they did not hear any port noise.

    "...The sound is present...strong...detailed. I haven't experienced the muddy sound as other people have noted...." Read more

    "...setting I have the PSW10 set at, as well as being adept at handling the lower frequencies with ease, the power doesn't drop off when the sub reaches..." Read more

    "It was easy to set up and adjust, and provides powerful bass. I needed something for the TV system that was reasonably priced but decent quality...." Read more

    "...again, the PSW10 does a fine job "filling out" the bottom end with solid bass, even keeping up with the action-adventure movies my kids prefer...." Read more

    2,040 customers mention2,006 positive34 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the speakers. They mention that it's a great economical solution for working spaces, shops, garage, gyms, and the perfect companion for an inexpensive sound system. Customers also say that the speakers have the best sound for the price.

    "...These pointers should help with any sub...this sub is truly a great, great buy...Hope this helps..." Read more

    "...I am very impressed with the performance for such a low price!!..." Read more

    "...I needed something for the TV system that was reasonably priced but decent quality...." Read more

    "...the Polk PSW10s have proven to be a great buy and a great value, with satisfying performance in a right-sized package...." Read more

    1,792 customers mention1,639 positive153 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the speakers. They mention that it has a fantastic, full, rich sound, and is highly impressive. Some say that it's a very good subwoofer and an excellent choice. Overall, most are happy with the product's quality and performance.

    "...The sound is present...strong...detailed. I haven't experienced the muddy sound as other people have noted...." Read more

    "...Perfect for my needs. The only thing I don’t like is the cheesy spring loaded speaker cable terminals." Read more

    "...Now, for the sound: it's really good -- crisp, not excessively boomy unless you turn the internal volume way up, and surprisingly capable of..." Read more

    "...It looks great. (can't speak for cherry) It has a nice grill that is held on by 6 points...." Read more

    875 customers mention733 positive142 negative

    Customers like the performance of the subwoofer. They say it works well, and is extremely capable at filling in the lower midbass. Some mention that the sub works pretty decently when listening to music on a 2.1, and that it works flawlessly on auto.

    "...frequency coverage, but the takeaway here is that the PSW10 is extremely capable at filling in the lower midbass range up to the 140Hz setting I..." Read more

    "...PSW10s have proven to be a great buy and a great value, with satisfying performance in a right-sized package...." Read more

    "...or understands about sound with this equipment, but it works great for those two game series...." Read more

    "...The good news is the sub does perform well overall but will not give the cleanest sounding bass response...." Read more

    536 customers mention421 positive115 negative

    Customers like the size of the speakers. They say the PSW10 is perfect for small rooms, and the compact, front-firing design allows it to be placed under an entertainment center. Customers also say it's perfect for a small stereo system, and provides tons of bang for the space.

    "...with the varying types of music and source program I use, these fit the bill nicely. The sound is present...strong...detailed...." Read more

    "...It is a great speaker, and it totally transportable and is a fun physics tool to learn about LFE and how LF sonics work...." Read more

    "it is mat black, looking good. The size of the subwoofer is perfect for small spaces. Performance is enough." Read more

    "...Bass is tight, expansive, crisp, room-filling, not "thumpy" or "boomy" at all...." Read more

    398 customers mention374 positive24 negative

    Customers like the appearance of the speakers. They mention that it looks sharp, has a pleasant wood grain facade, and is well-behaved. The build quality is top notch, and the cabinet is nicely finished. The compact, front-firing design allows it to be placed under an open leg. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and performance of the product.

    "...Build quality is top notch, nicely finished cabinet, the front grille is a little flimsy as this sits under my desk and I occasionally bump it with..." Read more

    "...Mine is black not cherry. It looks great. (can't speak for cherry) It has a nice grill that is held on by 6 points...." Read more

    "...The Polk brings in the low-end quite elegantly. Something interesting with this little 100 Watt Subby...." Read more

    "...without needing earth trembling bass its a good price and matches well with Polk speakers...." Read more

    371 customers mention358 positive13 negative

    Customers find the installation of the speakers to be easy. They mention that it's simple to connect with either speaker wires or a line level, and that it provides powerful bass. Some say that the manual is easy to figure out. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of installation.

    "It was easy to set up and adjust, and provides powerful bass. I needed something for the TV system that was reasonably priced but decent quality...." Read more

    "...Set up was no-brainer easy..." Read more

    "...Best decision ever. This thing is super! Hook up was beyond easy...." Read more

    "This was a great addition to my Pioneer theater sound system. Easy to hook up and adjust. Just leave it powered on so it's ready when needed." Read more

    257 customers mention234 positive23 negative

    Customers like the connectivity of the speakers. They say the built-in crossover is nice, and the speakers complement each other nicely. They also appreciate the variety of hook-up options on the back panel, and mention that the connections offer multiple solutions.

    "...It has a nice built in crossover so you can choose the frequencies you want coming out of the sub. Right in the middle is good for me...." Read more

    "...very loud, and contrary to a lot of the reviews I've read, handles movies really well in the limited tests I've put it through; War of the Worlds,..." Read more

    "...Update: After dropping sub back to 1/3 power it blends well with my tower speakers for movie watching...." Read more

    "...Connectivity: Another thing I liked about this was how versatile it is to connect via line level RCA inputs or speaker level wire inputs...." Read more

    it is mat black, looking good. The size of the subwoofer is perfect for small spaces.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Outperformed expectations!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2017
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    Wow.

    Introduction:
    For many years I have been a basshead, not in the juvenile sense of subs at 11, but in the sense that I absolutely *love* clean, powerful bass. In everything I own from headphones, to car audio, to home theater, to my desk setup, I have to have clean, agile, powerful, deep, silky bass, and the Polk PSW10 delivers.

    In addition to the PSW10 my PC desk system includes:
     Micca COVO-S Compact 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers
    SMSL Q5 Pro(black) Audio Component Amplifier
    Mediabridge ULTRA Series Fast-Lock 45° Spade Plugs - 6 Pair Per Package - (Part# SPC-ST2-6 )
    Mediabridge Banana Plugs - Corrosion-Resistant 24K Gold-Plated Connectors - 7 Pair/14 Banana Plugs (Part# SPC-BP2-7 )
    AmazonBasics 1-Male to 2-Male RCA Audio Cable - 8 Feet
    AmazonBasics 16-Gauge Speaker Wire - 100 Feet

    Connections/setup:
    I used the above 1-male to 2-male RCA cable to connect the subwoofer output from the SMSL Q5 Pro amplifier to the two RCA inputs on the PSW10. I have read multiple conflicting statements on how the inputs work on various subwoofers, this one included, some people indicate you can use a coaxial subwoofer cable to just one of the inputs, but I decided to use the 1-2 cable for good measure.
    I have set the crossover fairly high, as the Micca COVO-S speakers are very tiny, and can't reach very low, I should probably upgrade the speakers to something with better frequency coverage, but the takeaway here is that the PSW10 is extremely capable at filling in the lower midbass range up to the 140Hz setting I have the PSW10 set at, as well as being adept at handling the lower frequencies with ease, the power doesn't drop off when the sub reaches way down low, and doesn't get muddy at the quick transitions. I am very impressed with the performance for such a low price!! I honestly didn't have any high or low expectations, just kept and open mind.

    Music styles:
    House, bass heavy, Basement Jaxx, Griz, and the like are awesome, the silky clean bass fills and envelopes you with these styles of music.
    Steely Dan's Aja sounds a bit unnatural, and I found myself tweaking the setup to get this sounding good. Turning the sub volume down and tweaking the EQ in software mellowed it out, this sub is very eager and needs to be restrained at times, but works very well once adjusted.
    Rage Against the Machine's self titled album also performed well, with the PSW10 producing the punchy kick drum very realistically, at at parts where there is a lot going on in the low end between the bass guitar and drums, the PSW10 was able to keep up.

    Build quality is top notch, nicely finished cabinet, the front grille is a little flimsy as this sits under my desk and I occasionally bump it with my foot, hoping the thin fabric covered plastic grille will hold up over time.

    Overall, I am not qualified enough to recommend something else, but for acoustic music and other instrumental styles you may want to look at other options, I feel that I had to do a fair amount of tweaking to get those styles sounding good, each time resulting in adjustments that restrained the PSW10 to keep it from overpowering the style. Nothing wrong with that approach at all in my opinion, better to have too much and tone it down, than not enough and have to strain the system to get what you want. If you listen to house, tech, electronic, drum and bass, etc, this sub will suit you very well out of the box! Love it.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Polk...
    Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2011
    Style: PSW10Pattern: single subwooferVerified Purchase
    I am a self-proclaimed audiophile with a serious inclination towards VALUE. This, my friends, is a product that has immense value.

    To give you an idea of what I mean by value, my previous set-up had KLH Subwoofers that were so under-rated and unknown that it wasn't until I spoke of them that people even considered them as KLH (being that KLH, for some unknown reason, has a bad name. Now, by no means would I consider myself cheap...I like value--inexpensive items that do as they say while preserving quality. Being that Matt Polk put the name of the Polk legacy on these, the quality should not be in question at any point.

    I think the only reason that these are at such a reduced rate is because of their meager ratings (50-Watt amp and 10" woofer...something else that is unattractive is the front facing port--don't they know that most new speakers come with the port to the rear to avoid port noise??!!) and, even moreso, reviewing its bigger brothers and sisters with downward firing ports means that although this sub isn't in the same class, there are offerings for more discerning listeners. If I had a good $1000 to blow on subwoofers, I would have probably bought two of the PSW110s without question...

    Ah, yes...TWO.

    The biggest reason that I look for subwoofers of value is so that I can purchase more than one (if you were wondering why I keep using these nouns in the plural). Although I am still relatively young <30y/o, I've been into home theater since the days when there was no such thing as Home-Theater-In-a-Box and Definitive Technology illuminated the minds of young, aspiring audiophiles with diagrams of their BP3000s tower speakers with built in 300-Watt Amplifiers and 15" Sub-/Woofers. Ah yes...those good ol' days...

    Now, Home Theater is the standard and it may be difficult to discern one product from another (trust me, most of it is trash--INCLUDING BOSE). The best way to go about building a theater system is not by adhering to the one-click feature-like HTiB. Piece by piece...step by step... It helps to buy speakers in a particular company's model family since they are normally making use of the same drivers and are normally tonally matched. Many companies claim their speakers as tonally matched without considering the effects of the difference in enclosure size and construction of a center channel and a satellite... Ah...that's info for you--but not why I'm writing this review...

    This review is about the two Polk Audio 10PSWs sitting here in front of me.

    They sound awesome for what they are. I'm glad that an earlier reviewer made it known that the 50w amplifier is continuously rated--not instantly...or even rated considering a massive amount of Total Harmonic Distortion--as many companies do and then say "@ 1KHz"...who sits home listening to 1KHz Sine signals?? At loud volumes even? Don't be fooled. Normally they follow that spec up with "30-20KHz +/-3db" As many of you probably know...that's HALF the power that they're quoting it at...3db = 1/2 Wattage (or twice the wattage considering the context...normally, it's LESS, not MORE).

    Many of you, I'm sure, have bought one of these and are either loving it or hating it (most loving from what I can tell). Indeed, with the varying types of music and source program I use, these fit the bill nicely. The sound is present...strong...detailed. I haven't experienced the muddy sound as other people have noted. I'm sure that it's not just luck...I have two...surely, one would be muddy if this was prevalent.

    Now, time for pointers (I love the reviewers who leave pointers...it's normally the nudge for most people to consider a truly awesome product--as this one is)

    Pointer#1: Buy Two (2)

    These are probably some of the least expensive, best sounding subs you can get right now. When in the market for a sub, you should at least have a budget of $200--$400 even...otherwise, you'll find yourself wondering what you paid for... Remember, there are materials (wood, cables), components (subwoofer driver, subwoofer amplifier), and labor that goes into that bass machine. If any of these things aren't optimally constructed, the overall device will suffer. You can understand this, I'm sure. The flip side of this, is that surely, there was a corner cut somewhere. Thus, why continue to hammer out your amplifier? The amp is often overlooked in all of this. Most people see the pretty cone of their subwoofer and totally disregard the reality that the real work horse of the build is the amplifier.

    Having two subs is not for more bass...but to conserve the life of the subwoofers you have. In addition, when the time comes to party or watch a movie, you don't have to worry about your subs (the drivers themselves) bottoming out or sounding as if they're straining. Thus, with two, you get the benefit of both worlds (longevity, present sound quality). Electronics have limitations...use them wisely and they will perform AND last a very long time...

    Pointer #2: Gain >1/2

    You should never have to turn your amplifier gain past half. Past half is where distortion and clipping are introduced. Sure, depending on your source, this may not be prevalent, but if you have a good, strong signal, there will come a time when you hear artifacts that weren't intended for reproduction (e.g. distortion, clipping). As a rule, if you have to turn your sub past half, you might want to adjust your settings in your receiver or see Pointer #1 again... A benefit of two, is that the both of them can be readjusted lower to account for the assistance or each other. My Polks are each at about 1/3 (and that's only because I really enjoy the sound right now...so I'm excited...otherwise they would each be at 1/4). The reason you only want "enough" volume is because headroom is what you want... this is the power that is used during explosions, kick drums--sudden bursts...this is what you bought it for, right?

    Yes, that's right. I know that there are many other reviewers--bless their heart--who are praising having it just past half or 3/4 of the way up. Mine are at 1/3 and it was like that when I only had one connected. Now that I have both connected, I'll have to half the volume of both of them to equal the volume of the one (and no, the gain knob potentiometers are not linear, so it'll have to be by ear).

    Pointer #3: Subs Fill, Not Dominate

    Subwoofer modules are only meant to fill in where the other speakers in your system fail. My set-up has Mirage towers as my mains. However, the built in crossover of my Harmon/Kardon handles all bass traffic well--cut off at 60Hz (the point where bass can not be located by the human ear). Having the setting higher than this will not only put more stress on your sub but also the amplifier (lets not forget the amp). When adjusting the gain, you just want to ensure that the frequencies from the sub are at around the same volume as your main speakers. This will keep you from being bass hungry. That's not the point of a sub...this isn't a mobile system...this is home. The environment doesn't warrant that level of "hyper-bass"... If done this way, you will be able to reach higher sound pressure levels while retaining your dynamism...

    These pointers should help with any sub...this sub is truly a great, great buy...

    Hope this helps...
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    Mark H. Whitnall
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent quality for the price
    Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2024
    Style: PSW10Pattern: single subwooferVerified Purchase
    It was easy to set up and adjust, and provides powerful bass. I needed something for the TV system that was reasonably priced but decent quality. I’ve been impressed with the sound from inexpensive Polk bookshelf speakers so this seemed like a good bet. It’s for a simple setup with an integrated stereo amp and bookshelf speakers. The speakers have a frequency response of 46 to 25,000 Hz and I set the sub crossover at 80 Hz, volume around 3:00. Speaker level inputs in, speaker outputs from the sub to the bookshelf speakers. Perfect for my needs. The only thing I don’t like is the cheesy spring loaded speaker cable terminals.
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    AUDL
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    Reviewed in Mexico on December 14, 2023
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    Mister Pants
    4.0 out of 5 stars Nice sub.
    Reviewed in Canada on August 11, 2023
    Style: MXT10Pattern: SubwooferVerified Purchase
    Nice sub for the money. Takes some time and tweaking to get it sounding integrated, but worth the time. Will go VERY deep when the content provides it.
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    Ronald S.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great value and sound!
    Reviewed in Canada on September 17, 2019
    Style: PSW10Pattern: single subwooferVerified Purchase
    For the last 20 years I have been an budding audiophile, exploring systems, sources and music. With quality vintage systems throughout the house I think I have a good understanding of quality sound reproduction.

    My living-room system always seemed lacking although engaging and adept at reproducing all genres of music (Jazz, Blues, Classical, folk, Rock, Metal, etc.). This year I decided to explore adding a sub-woofer to the system and after much research selected the Polk Audio PSW10.

    It was necessary to take the time needed to setup a sub-woofer correctly in my living room to get the best from it. The affect is subtle on some recordings, were the sub is not discernible unless turn off and some fullness is lost. It interesting to note that given the length of low frequencies the additive bass from a sub appears to be coming from your speakers. The bass from the sub is truly not directional. Please note that the room itself plays a big part in the quality of bass. What works in my living room may not have the same result in yours.

    There may be better subs out there at higher prices, but the Polk Audio PSW10 has made a world of difference to my music enjoyment and I expect to be very happy with it for the foreseeable future.
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    John Saint Smith
    4.0 out of 5 stars Solid, clear, powerful.
    Reviewed in Australia on March 15, 2020
    Style: PSW10Pattern: single subwooferVerified Purchase
    The major selling point for me was the inclusion of 'through' wiring connections, essential for those of us with old amplifiers without dedicated 'sub-woofer' outputs. These connections are very rare these days in Australia, and I had to import the speaker from the US, with 110v plug and circuitry, necessitating the purchase of a transformer to raise the voltage to 220. The unit is surprisingly bulky, but it managed to squeeze in to the same spot next to my Polk Audio speakers (a coincidence).
    The sound is rich and clear, and easily a match for my old M&K subbie.
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