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Alpine - 8" Powered Subwoofer System - Black

Model: PWE-S8
SKU: 12695685
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Customers enjoy the product's excellent sound quality and impressive bass, especially considering its compact size. They also appreciate its easy installation and good value for the price.

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Features
  • Geek Squad installation

    is strongly recommended for this product. Please visit for details.

  • 120W RMS power output

    For deep and strong bass sound.

  • 25-152Hz frequency response

    Delivers accurate sound reproduction.

  • Easy-access side panel

    For RCA and auto sensing speaker inputs. The side panel also ensures flexibility during installation by maintaining access to Phase, Gain, LP Crossover and Remote Sub Level controls.

  • Compact design

    Measures just 9"H x 13-1/2"W x 3"D, so the system can easily fit beneath or behind your seat, in your trunk or in your hatchback space.

  • 8" polypropylene/aluminum cone

    Along with a rubber surround and cast-metal construction ensures detailed bass and rugged durability.

Specifications
  • RMS Power
    120 watts
    Peak Power Handling
    240 watts
    Continuous Watts x Channel @ Ohms
    120 x 1 x 4
    Amplifier Total Power Handling RMS
    120 watts
    Maximum Watts x Channel @ Ohms
    120 x 1 x 4
    Minimum Frequency Response
    25 hertz
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Reviews

Customers are sayingCustomers enjoy the product's excellent sound quality and impressive bass, especially considering its compact size. They also appreciate its easy installation and good value for the price.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Sound Quality (61)
  • Bass (37)
  • Size (28)
  • Installation (9)
  • Price (6)

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Small but big Sound

    I installed it in a Tacoma extra cab under passenger seat. Fits well and is out of sight. First off you have to realize the difference from this low profile eight inch sub from standard sub woffers. For its size it packs a punch and am very pleased with it. The price is steep but for the compact size and simplicity of installation of and all in one (subwoofer, amplifier and box) it's not so much if you were to buy all three components separately. Now, dont expect to bump Bass Mechanic and compare it to 3 W7's running at 2500 watts rms. This sub plays perfect giving you bass to regular song as Muse. The only thing i don't like much is the bass knob. It doesnits job but you have to turn it almost all the way down before it actuates and reduces the bass. From 100% it functions best between 0 and 30%. One other factor to consider is the vehicle size and location. Overall this is a great little sub. I would definitely recommend it.

    This review is from Alpine - 8" Powered Subwoofer System - Black

    Posted by IvanXBS

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice little thumper.

    I’ve yet to hear a Kicker Hideaway, but multiple installers have told me my Alpine sounds much better and every shop dislikes the Kicker model. Four seperate car audio shops and three carry Kicker. I think all the mini amplified subs are prone to failure, so I recommend adding the warranty. The Alpine gives a clean clear thump for added bass to give a full sound experience. It’ll rattle your mirrors, but you’re not going to hear it outside the vehicle. You need a bigger enclosure with a deeper depth sub for that. The Alpine is tiny and easy to find a place to install. It provides impressive bass for it’s size.

    This review is from Alpine - 8" Powered Subwoofer System - Black

    Posted by KevinS

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Alpine a leader in car audio quality, excellent!

    Boom boom bass is all you hear if you purchase this PWE-S8 system that comes with both woofer and amplifier in one single stylish and conveniently sized box that comes from Alpine. I know this because I have it inside my car, in the back middle seat facing the front of the car. My original wiring was for a 12" Hertz subwoofer that was located in my trunk of my car. So maybe that has something to do with its tremendous punch which, for an 8" to SOUND similar to a bigger unit is all you need to know and to appreciate its authenticity, durability, and most importantly versatility. This system uses its own bass nob module that you can place anywhere virtually, and let's you choose your own bass gain.

    This review is from Alpine - 8" Powered Subwoofer System - Black

    Posted by JBee

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great subwoofer system

    Love these subwoofer / amp combo . Looks real nice takes little space I have them in my Mini Cooper in the rear seats . They give a good punch for what the are not as big as my Alpins SB 10,s in my Jeep but sound awesome in my mini

    This review is from Alpine - 8" Powered Subwoofer System - Black

    Posted by Surfdude6462

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not what i expected, no ones fault but mine

    As far as the unit itself, i wasn’t impressed. I thought i would be able to hear and feel SOME bass, as many of the reviews stated this was a pretty loud speaker. It wasnt for me unfortunately. I took it back within a few weeks. It was, however, compact and did indeed take up little to no soace, but it didnt produce as i was hoping. Geek squad was great to work with through out all of this.

    This review is from Alpine - 8" Powered Subwoofer System - Black

    Posted by Overthej

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Questions & Answers
  • What is the frequency response of this Alpine subwoofer system?

    This subwoofer system has a frequency response of 25-152Hz, ensuring accurate sound reproduction.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Can I adjust the gain and crossover settings on this subwoofer?

    Yes, the side panel provides access to Phase, Gain, LP Crossover, and Remote Sub Level controls.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Where can this subwoofer system fit in my vehicle?

    Due to its compact design, this subwoofer system can fit beneath or behind a truck seat, in a sedan trunk, or in the hatchback of an SUV.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Does this subwoofer system come with a grille?

    Yes, this subwoofer system includes a grille.

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  • Does Best Buy recommend professional installation for this subwoofer?

    Yes, Geek Squad installation is strongly recommended for this product.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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