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Klipsch - Reference 12" 400W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Model:
R-12SW
SKU:
6228076
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 1591 reviews

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98%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers value the Reference 12" 400W Powered Subwoofer's exceptional sound quality and deep, smooth bass. Many appreciate its powerful performance and find it easy to set up, while others highlight its reasonable price for the quality offered. The subwoofer's size is also considered suitable for medium-sized rooms.

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  • Great sub for the price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Went to buy this subwoofer as my 20 yr old one went out. Figured for $249.99 each i bought 2 of them and they totally thump.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • AMAZING SUB

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    I bought a Klipsch stereo 8 years ago and will always buy Klipsch!! Great quality and longevity! I had the 10in but wanted the 12in!!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Replaced 10" sub

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    Bought this Klipsch 12" to replace my Klipsch 10". Now I need a second one for a duel sub setup. Highly recommend this product.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great product

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    My husband absolutely love this subwoofer. I can't get him away from the television.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good sound

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had one of these and I wanted more bass. Adding the second one did the trick. I now have the sound I was looking for.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Power

    Powerful, but not clean

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very powerful for the price, especially stone we got this 1/2 off. However, this subwoofer does not output clean bass. Had to plug the port due to chuffing and unnecessary port noise.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Very clean and powerful sub

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got on Black Friday a while back and it’s an awesome sub for the price I paid! Well worth purchasing

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Excellent product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Happy with the purchase only thing you need to worry about is cable, you have to buy subwoofer cable separately

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • A great budget sub

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Picked this up open box. Came flawless. Highly recommend for an uptick in your system.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • High Quality Sound

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Klipsch has always been my No:1 sound accessories. And it's well worth its price! I would highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • It's a gorilla in a box

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This speaker compliments the other reference speakers so well. Easy setup and adjustments are the icing on the cake.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Looks and works good.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had just bought a new A/V receiver and needed a new subwoofer. When this one was on sale I looked no further.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Another dimension

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you like to "FEEL" your sound this sub woofer is perfect. Professional sound in your own living room.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • great subwoofer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was a Christmas gift for our grown son. He loves it. Purchased during Cyber Week at a great price.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Outstanding......exceeded my expectations, I love.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best subwoofer I ever had, it delivers on every level of play. Wouldn't want any other model. Klipsch for life.....

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great sub

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    You can not ask for anything better. AWESOME! I would recommend this for any system.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Excellent bass for the price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The BEST BUY store had these KLIPSCH set up for a great demo so you knew how it sounded before you bought.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • is really nice

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    is great just wish I would of got the 15inch instead but is still very good and well worth the money

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Very good subwoofer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product, it needs to be a spacious room to really get a better effect. But no issues at all.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Nice subwoofer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had a hard time finding a sales rep and when you did see one they act like you weren't even standing there

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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