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Sunfire HRS-12 Powered Subwoofer Review

by David Waratuke last modified March 24, 2008 07:45
Sunfire HRS-12 Powered Subwoofer Review

Sunfire HRS-12 Powered Subwoofer

Summary

  • Product Name: HRS-12
  • Manufacturer: Sunfire Corporation
  • Performance Rating: StarStarStarStarhalf-star
  • Value Rating: StarStarStarStarStar
  • Review Date: March 24, 2008
  • MSRP: $899
Specifications

Enclosure: Front firing sealed enclosure

Amplifier Type: Proprietary Tracking Down Converter Design

Amplifier Power (RMS): 1000 Watts

Power Consumption (avg./peak/stand by):  600 W/2000 W/16 W

Bass Extension (-3dB): 18 Hz

Woofer: 12" polymer treated paper cone

Preamp gain:  Defeat to +15 dB

Crossover Frequency: 30 Hz to 100 Hz

Crossover type: Continuous variable low pass filter with bypass

Crossover Slope: -24db/octave

Phase: Continuous variable 0 to 180 degrees

Dimensions: (HxWxD): 13.5" x 13.5" x 13.5"

Weight (lbs): 38 lbs.


Pros

  • A big subwoofer in a little subwoofer’s body
  • Plenty of power, output, and depth
  • Attractive finish and/or small size help with WAF

Cons

  • Soft clipping circuitry does kick in at times

Introduction

To get good monster bass, usually some fairly mongo subs are required. It is rare to find a sub this small that can not only provide copious bass output, but also can provide deep and accurate bass output as well. While not cheap by some standards, the HRS-12 subwoofers do an excellent job balancing the design and providing outstanding performance without skyrocketing the price. . Considering that the HRS-12s can easily provide better than two thirds of the performance of subs like the Fathoms at a mere one third of the price, the HRS-12s are a well engineered, high value product that represents a very good bargain for anyone looking for extreme levels of bass performance at less than extreme prices.
  1. Sunfire HRS-12 Design and Construction
  2. Sunfire HRS-12 Listening Tests
  3. Sunfire HRS-12 Measurements and Conclusion