Subwoofer Reviews

Sidebar 1: Specifications

Description: Floorstanding active subwoofer with 10" woofer and 500W class-D internal amplification. Frequency response: 20Hz–250Hz (±1dB). Effective piston area: 21.75in². Effective displacement: 33.42in³. Input sensitivity (L+R) RCA, input level switch set to Normal: 310mV RMS; RCA, input switch set to Hi: 620mV RMS. XLR, input level switch set to Normal: 630mV RMS; XLR, input level switch set to Hi: 1.25V RMS. Maximum input level (L+R): RCA, input switch set to Normal: 1.1V RMS; RCA, input switch set to Hi: 2.3V RMS; XLR, input level switch set to Normal: 2.4V RMS; XLR, input level switch set to Hi: 4.6V RMS. Input impedance: RCA inputs: 10k ohms; XLR inputs: 20k ohms. Gain (100Hz @ 1W output): 43.3dB with input switch set to Normal, 37.2dB with input switch set to Hi. Input saturation level, RCA and XLR: >2V with input switch set to Hi. S/N ratio at max volume, A-weighted: 98.4dB. THD+N, 20Hz–20kHz at full rated Power @ 100Hz: 1%. Frequency response, 20–250Hz, ±1dB. Output power (4 ohms) at –10dBV (L+R): 500W. Auto On sensitivity: 3mV. Auto Off time: 20 mins. Time delay: 2ms.
Dimensions: 20¾" (527mm) H × 13 7/8" (352mm) W × 21¾" (552mm) D. Weight: 110lb (49.9kg).
Finish: Five standard options, Galaxy Gray, GT Silver, Quartz, Carbon, Medio Grigo, plus two dozen "Upgrade" and "Premium" finishes.
Serial numbers of units reviewed: 169, 170. Manufactured in USA.
Price: $8950 in standard finish; $9450 in the review pair's Cobalt Blue Satin, an "Upgrade" finish. Approximate number of North American dealers 33. Warranty: 5 years with registration.
Manufacturer: Wilson Audio Specialties, 2233 Mountain Vista Ln., Provo, UT 84606. Tel: (801) 377-2233. Web: wilsonaudio.com.