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Atlantic Technology SB-900DF Downfiring Subwoofer Preview The Atlantic Tech SB900DF would make a fine first sub for a newbie to HT. With a -3dB low point of 32Hz, a downfiring 8" driver and port, and a reasonable size, the SB-900DF is a respectable offering.

EMPtek ES1010i Subwoofer Review The EMP ES1010i is a dual 10” 250 watt ported compact subwoofer combining beautiful aesthetics with competent performance. Free 30 day trial makes it a risk free recommended purchase.

Velodyne EQ-Max 15 Subwoofer Review This a review of the Velodyne EQ-Max 15 (MSRP: $879) 750 watt 15” bottom ported powered subwoofer featuring DSP to contour the sound and a remote control for easier setup and adjustability.

SVS PB12-NSD Subwoofer Review The SVS PB12-NSD is a 12” 400 watt powered subwoofer with true 20Hz extension and solid performance. At $769 shipped to your door, it’s a hard to beat this high quality and value product.

Velodyne Digital Drive Plus 18 (DD18+) Subwoofer Review Velodyne’s new DD18+ subwoofer represents an engineering marvel in design & performance as seen in this review. The DD18+ earns our “Extreme Room” size rating and 2011 Product of the Year award.

Paradigm Monitor SUB 12 Preview The new Monitor SUBs from Paradigm, headed up by the SUB 12, look to provide impressive, deep performance for the money. For $999 you can get the 12" SUB 12 with a 16Hz low point.

Emotiva X-Ref 10 Subwoofer Review The Emotiva X-Ref 10 is a small sealed 10” subwoofer packing lots of performance and sound quality into a small box at an affordable price. It earns our “Small Room” Bassaholic rating.

Thiel Universal SmartSub USS Preview The Thiel Universal SmartSub USS looks to be a very capable 10" sub. If some of the performance claims are to be believed, the $1990 price tag may be quite the bargain.

SVS PB13-Ultra Subwoofer Review The SVS PB13-Ultra subwoofer is among the best subwoofers we’ve tested. With a 1000 watt amplifier and 13.5” high excursion driver, it’s built well, and has tons of output & configurability options.

B&W ASW 610XP Subwoofer Review The B&W ASW 610XP is a sealed 10” 500watt subwoofer with a compact footprint, impeccable build quality and forte for music. Its size limits its overall output earning our Small Room Bassaholic rating.