Klipsch RSW-10 Powered Subwoofer

by Klipsch

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 49 pounds
• ASIN: B000782SLO
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #199,619 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

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Compact and powerful, the Klipsch RSW-10 powered subwoofer extends and intensifies the bass output of any music or home theater system. Its built-in electronic crossover provides all the flexibility necessary to achieve a seamless blend with the main speakers, whether small satellites that depend on the subwoofer to shoulder the entire low-frequency load or full-range models that need only bottom-end reinforcement.

The RSW-10 matches a 10-inch front-firing cerametallic passive radiator and a 10-inch rear-firing active driver to a high-output BASH amplifier, generating enormous sound from a surprisingly compact cabinet. The active driver's large magnet structure and high-temperature voice coil enable it to deliver rich, clean, pulse-pounding bass to below 30 Hz.

The RSW-10's low-pass crossover has an exceptionally steep 36dB/octave slope, a continuously variable frequency control, and a phase switch, facilitating smooth speaker/subwoofer integration. A bypass switch allows direct connection to the subwoofer amplifier for use with the crossover built into an A/V preamp or receiver. The RSW-10's level control is mounted on the side of the cabinet for easy access. Input is line-level via a stereo pair of RCA jacks; another pair of RCA jacks provides unfiltered output for connection to a second subwoofer or other component. An auto power feature enables the subwoofers to turn on and off automatically.

What Is Dynamic Power?
Dynamic power indicates the actual power this amplifier will deliver to the woofer under normal operating conditions. While the FTC power rating indicates power available on a continuous, long-term basis, subwoofers do not rely on that type of power. Instead, the amplifier is called upon to deliver large, short-term peaks of power to be able to support the wide dynamics required by today's digital music and movie formats.

Product Description

Klipsch RSW-10 matches a 10" front-firing Cerametallic passive radiator and a 10" rear-firing active driver to a high-output BASH amplifier, generating enormous sound from a surprisingly compact cabinet. It delivers more thundering low bass with greater clarity than much larger subwoofers, and is finished in unobtrusive, durable black vinyl. INPUTS - 2 Line level RCA phono jacks, Lowpass Enable / Disable switch for LFE mode OUTPUTS - 2 Line level RCA phono jacks (unfiltered) Black Ash Veneer Finish Internally wired with custom Z-Series Monster Cable Size - 14.2 x 13.6 x 19.5 Unit weighs 45 pounds 110 to 120 Volts AC powered with USA plug

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Value For The Money, January 3, 2007

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Michael G. Crupi (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Klipsch RSW-10 Powered Subwoofer (Electronics)

This big dogs shakes my house. I have to send the wife to the spa just to enjoy it (there is a low Wife Acceptance Factor here, aka the WAF factor). The first time you take this out of the box and pipe in "U571" will put a smile on your face. (and every time thereafter).

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Disagree with Ted's review, November 27, 2008

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Retired Audiophile (Chicago Illinois) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Klipsch RSW-10 Powered Subwoofer (Electronics)

After reading these reviews, I find Ted's to be unreliable. His experience with the RCA plug connection is could easily be the result of either a defective cable, or simply a loose RCA connector end that causes the classic "popping" noise, as it makes contact and loses it. Since there is an active amplifier contained in this sub-woofer, intermittent contact with the signal source responds differently than with normal passive speakers. Also, his comparison with the Sony and other sub-woofers isn't even in the same ball-park as with this Klipsch Reference RSW-10.

Starting as a recording technician many years ago, I evolved into a life long audiophile. When I decided to set up a home theater, I decided not to use my classic Crown and AR system, but to purchase an updated one. After much investigation and careful listening in a variety of sound showrooms around the Chicago area, I found the Klipsch Reference line of speakers to be the best one suited for a complete home theater experience. This was I'm sure in large part due to their extensive experience in the movie theater business, and reflects in the ability to provide the most realistic home theater listening environment. Depending on the size of the room, any of the Klipsch reference sub-woofers will provide an excellent bass experience with wall shaking ability. The key to the high quality sound though is the lack of distortion and clean/tight response curve of these speakers. I found the RSW-10 to be the perfect size for my room, even as it opens into a kitchen area. It provides substantially more accurate and listenable sound than others I've tried. I highly recommend this sub-woofer and the entire Klipsch Reference Speaker line.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Klipsch product ! ! !, September 27, 2007

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Wayne Bassett "Wayne" (New York) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Klipsch RSW-10 Powered Subwoofer (Electronics)

I purchased this Klipsch RSW 10" subwoofer as an addition to my Klipsch Rf-83 tower speakers, driven by an Onkyo TX-SR805 receiver which put the finishing touch to what I have always tried to achieve. The superb deep rich sound that this RSW 10-subwoofer produces is incredible, especially considering the compact size of the dual 10" speakers. The Klipsch company stands behind their products 100% for the consumers satisfaction using only the best quality materials which is once again demonstrated in this subwoofer. I have done hours of research on this subwoofer and have found the best price through Amazon which is always made easy to order along with flawless delivery. Completely satisfied with purchase!