best passive subwoofers

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If you're looking for a subwoofer to use with your home entertainment system, you want one that's powerful and accurate. But you also want something that blends in with the rest of your system. These subwoofers provides a new listening experience for your favorite shows and movies. Browse the top-ranked list of best passive subwoofers below along with associated reviews and opinions.

Bowers & Wilkins - Dual 8” Passive Subwoofer - Black
Model: ISW-4
SKU: 6560579
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Immerse yourself in a captivating audio experience with the Bowers & Wilkins ISW4 Subwoofer, weighing a mere 21.2 lbs, yet delivering powerful and seamless sound with its dual 8” hybrid paper/aramid fiber woofers. Precision-engineered for tight, responsive bass, this subwoofer is perfect for music and movies in medium to large-sized rooms, creating an unparalleled sensation. Designed for convenience, it easily fits between 16" on-center studs or joists, making it ideal for new constructions or renovations, while its paintable grille seamlessly integrates with your decor. For optimal audio quality, pair it with the Bowers & Wilkins SA250 Mk2 Amplifier (sold separately) and connect to your home theater receiver or pre-amp/processor using an in-wall speaker wire. Its compact design ensures durable connections with gold-plated spring-post terminals, providing excellent audio signal transfer and long-lasting corrosion resistance. With multiple installation options like in-ceiling, in-wall, under-the-floor, or kitchen-cabinet setups, and angled "L"-brackets for secure mounting, customize your audio setup with ease. Elevate your audio to new heights with the Bowers & Wilkins ISW4 Subwoofer and experience the true essence of sound. Enjoy an unparalleled audio journey that brings your music and movies to life like never before. Indulge in rich, powerful bass that fills your room, enhancing your favorite entertainment with depth and clarity that leaves a lasting impact.
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Immerse yourself in a captivating audio experience with the Bowers & Wilkins ISW4 Subwoofer, weighing a mere 21.2 lbs, yet delivering powerful and seamless sound with its dual 8” hybrid paper/aramid fiber woofers. Precision-engineered for tight, responsive bass, this subwoofer is perfect for music and movies in medium to large-sized rooms, creating an unparalleled sensation. Designed for convenience, it easily fits between 16" on-center studs or joists, making it ideal for new constructions or renovations, while its paintable grille seamlessly integrates with your decor. For optimal audio quality, pair it with the Bowers & Wilkins SA250 Mk2 Amplifier (sold separately) and connect to your home theater receiver or pre-amp/processor using an in-wall speaker wire. Its compact design ensures durable connections with gold-plated spring-post terminals, providing excellent audio signal transfer and long-lasting corrosion resistance. With multiple installation options like in-ceiling, in-wall, under-the-floor, or kitchen-cabinet setups, and angled "L"-brackets for secure mounting, customize your audio setup with ease. Elevate your audio to new heights with the Bowers & Wilkins ISW4 Subwoofer and experience the true essence of sound. Enjoy an unparalleled audio journey that brings your music and movies to life like never before. Indulge in rich, powerful bass that fills your room, enhancing your favorite entertainment with depth and clarity that leaves a lasting impact.
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Bowers & Wilkins - CT Series 10" Passive Subwoofer - Black
Model: CTSW10 BLACK
SKU: 5708790
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The CTSW10 is a passive subwoofer featuring a paper drive unit. It might seem strange to many listeners that a material like paper could have much to do with a product as solid and powerful as a Custom Theater subwoofer. Nevertheless, paper plays a vital part in what they're hearing.
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The CTSW10 is a passive subwoofer featuring a paper drive unit. It might seem strange to many listeners that a material like paper could have much to do with a product as solid and powerful as a Custom Theater subwoofer. Nevertheless, paper plays a vital part in what they're hearing.
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KEF - 8" Passive Subwoofer - White
Model: KEF CI200TRB
SKU: 6221822
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Install a large, powerful subwoofer system in tight spaces with this ultrathin 8-inch KEF subwoofer. It needs less than 2.375 inches of mounting depth for ceiling or wall locations, and it operates in passive mode or with power from a compatible amplifier. This KEF subwoofer has a paintable ultrathin bezel and a magnetic grille for discreet installation.
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Install a large, powerful subwoofer system in tight spaces with this ultrathin 8-inch KEF subwoofer. It needs less than 2.375 inches of mounting depth for ceiling or wall locations, and it operates in passive mode or with power from a compatible amplifier. This KEF subwoofer has a paintable ultrathin bezel and a magnetic grille for discreet installation.
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Bowers & Wilkins - CT Series 12" Passive Subwoofer - Black
Model: CTSW12 BLACK
SKU: 5708765
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The CTSW12 is a passive subwoofer featuring a paper drive unit. All CT SW subwoofers have a closed-box design that makes them easy to install in cabinetry. It might seem strange to many listeners that a material like paper could have much to do with a product as solid and powerful as a Custom Theater subwoofer. Nevertheless, paper plays a vital part in what they're hearing.
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The CTSW12 is a passive subwoofer featuring a paper drive unit. All CT SW subwoofers have a closed-box design that makes them easy to install in cabinetry. It might seem strange to many listeners that a material like paper could have much to do with a product as solid and powerful as a Custom Theater subwoofer. Nevertheless, paper plays a vital part in what they're hearing.
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Bowers & Wilkins - CT Series 15" Passive Subwoofer - Black
Model: CT8 SW BLACK
SKU: 5708795
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Used with each CT8 LR, this passive subwoofer is designed to extend the front channel speaker's bandwidth down to 13 Hz, perfectly reproducing low frequency signals without compromising dynamics and imaging. Closed box loading, a 15" Rohacell driver and a 70-liter MatrixTM-braced enclosure mean home theater bass will never be quite the same.
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Used with each CT8 LR, this passive subwoofer is designed to extend the front channel speaker's bandwidth down to 13 Hz, perfectly reproducing low frequency signals without compromising dynamics and imaging. Closed box loading, a 15" Rohacell driver and a 70-liter MatrixTM-braced enclosure mean home theater bass will never be quite the same.
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Sonance - LS15T SUB - Landscape Series 15" Passive In-Ground Subwoofer (Each) - Dark Brown
Model: 93372
SKU: 6253966
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The LS15T SUB includes a wide bandwidth Sonance Laminated Core Transformer with an adjustable tap, making it flexible and powerful for any outdoor landscape application.
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The LS15T SUB includes a wide bandwidth Sonance Laminated Core Transformer with an adjustable tap, making it flexible and powerful for any outdoor landscape application.
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Sonance - HS12T SUB - Landscape Series 12" Passive Hardscape Subwoofer (Each) - Dark Brown
Model: 93373
SKU: 6253968
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The HS12T SUB includes a wide bandwidth Sonance Laminated Core Transformer with an adjustable tap, making it flexible and powerful for any outdoor landscape application.
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The HS12T SUB includes a wide bandwidth Sonance Laminated Core Transformer with an adjustable tap, making it flexible and powerful for any outdoor landscape application.
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Bowers & Wilkins - Custom Theatre 15" Passive Subwoofer - Black
Model: CTSW15 BLACK
SKU: 5708788
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Improve the low-frequency sound in your home theater with this Bowers & Wilkins subwoofer. It's constructed with a mix of Aramid fiber, paper pulp and resin to withstand the internal pressure necessary to produce tight bass without sacrificing longevity. This Bowers & Wilkins subwoofer has a closed-box design for easy installation in cabinetry.
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Improve the low-frequency sound in your home theater with this Bowers & Wilkins subwoofer. It's constructed with a mix of Aramid fiber, paper pulp and resin to withstand the internal pressure necessary to produce tight bass without sacrificing longevity. This Bowers & Wilkins subwoofer has a closed-box design for easy installation in cabinetry.
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MartinLogan - Outdoor Living DYNAMO 10" Passive Subwoofer - Dark bronze
Model: ODSUB120
SKU: 5837516
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Add dynamic music to your outside entertaining with this MartinLogan Dynamo outdoor subwoofer. It uses a 12-inch mineral-filled poly cone with a 2.5-inch high-power oversized voice coil to produce resonant bass tones for authentic audio reproduction. This MartinLogan Dynamo outdoor subwoofer has a frequency response of 28-120Hz for superior sound quality.
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Add dynamic music to your outside entertaining with this MartinLogan Dynamo outdoor subwoofer. It uses a 12-inch mineral-filled poly cone with a 2.5-inch high-power oversized voice coil to produce resonant bass tones for authentic audio reproduction. This MartinLogan Dynamo outdoor subwoofer has a frequency response of 28-120Hz for superior sound quality.
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Sonance - BPS8 - Visual Performance 8" In-Ceiling Passive Bandpass Subwoofer (Each) - Black
Model: 93044
SKU: 5683404
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Enjoy rich, deep tones from your sound system when you install this Sonance Visual Performance subwoofer. It works with Visual Performance Series speakers, and its 8-inch dual-coil laminated cone subwoofers produce up to 150W of power. The frequency response of 30-90Hz of this Sonance Visual Performance subwoofer enhances overall audio quality.
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Enjoy rich, deep tones from your sound system when you install this Sonance Visual Performance subwoofer. It works with Visual Performance Series speakers, and its 8-inch dual-coil laminated cone subwoofers produce up to 150W of power. The frequency response of 30-90Hz of this Sonance Visual Performance subwoofer enhances overall audio quality.
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