PSB Speaker Rankings and Reviews

Last updated: September 29, 2026

Coverage note. Speaker Ranking currently covers 8 PSB models across passive speakers and subwoofers. These are the products in our database, not a complete list of everything PSB makes.

What this page covers. The PSB models ranked here span passive speakers and subwoofers, including PSB Speakers SubSeries 450, PSB Speakers SubSeries 200 and PSB Imagine B50. Use each model’s category position to compare it with alternatives of the same size and use case.

This page lists all 8 PSB speakers ranked on this site across passive speakers and subwoofers. Each model is shown in the category where it competes, with its current rank and the size of that ranking.

Use the category position rather than the brand name alone: speakers from the same manufacturer can perform very differently by size, price and product family.

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Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers

Ranked #30 of 90 in Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers - PSB Imagine B50: $999 per pair PSB Speakers eBay

PSB Imagine B50 ranking card

Pros: The standmount sibling to PSB’s Imagine T65 tower, from PSB’s current 2023-refreshed Imagine line, using the same titanium-dome tweeter and woven-carbon-fiber woofer platform. Measured bass extension of 69.6Hz (-3dB).

Cons: On-axis smoothness of just 0.235 and a deviation of 0.368dB are unremarkable for the price, with a +0.22dB per octave upward tilt giving it a brighter-leaning balance, a predicted in-room smoothness of just 0.35, and a Harman in-room bass extension estimate of only 49Hz. Current retail pricing ($999/pair) has risen well above the ~$700 figure recorded in the spinorama snapshot.

Bass Extension (-10dB)44.4Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points)
Bass Extension (-3dB)69.6Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner via spinorama.org)
CountryCanada (design)
DIY KitNo
Dimensions6.75W x 11.8H x 9.875D in
Drivers1” titanium dome tweeter (ferrofluid neodymium magnet), 5.25” woven carbon-fiber woofer
Enclosure2-way, bass-reflex with rear slot port
Impedance8 ohms nominal, 4 ohms minimum
Sensitivity85dB anechoic / 87dB in-room
Spinorama Preference Score4.63
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub6.92
Weightapprox. 11.2 lbs (5.1 kg) each

Ranked #36 of 90 in Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers - PSB Alpha P5: $549 per pair PSB Speakers eBay

PSB Alpha P5 ranking card

Pros: Well-behaved 5.25-inch bookshelf design with excellent 0.113 on-axis smoothness, a nearly flat +0.12dB/octave slope and broad roughly +/-60-degree horizontal coverage. ASR data predicts a 6.25 preference score with a subwoofer and 48Hz in-room extension. Measured bass extension of 58.6Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 87dB.

Cons: Measured sensitivity is low at roughly 84dB, and the underdamped bass alignment (Q 0.42) trades some weight for control. Directivity-index consistency is middling at 3.67 and the raw no-subwoofer preference score is only 3.99.

Bass Extension (-3dB)58.6Hz (measured, ASR via spinorama.org)
DIY KitNo
Dimensions11.4H x 6.7W x 9.5D in
Drivers0.75” dome tweeter, 5.25” woofer
Enclosure2-way passive, rear-ported
Impedance8 ohms
Sensitivity87dB specified; about 84dB measured
Spinorama Preference Score3.99
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub6.25
Weight10.1 lbs (4.6 kg) each

Ranked #47 of 90 in Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers - PSB Alpha P3: $349.00 per pair Amazon PSB Speakers eBay

PSB Alpha P3 ranking card

Pros: Very compact cabinets still reach about 55Hz in the local Spinorama snapshot, while the 5.64 sub-assisted score and relatively smooth sound-power behavior make this a sensible small-room speaker. Magnetic grilles and binding posts add practical polish. Measured bass extension of 63.0Hz (-3dB).

Cons: Low measured sensitivity around 81dB restricts clean output and asks more of the amplifier. The raw 3.12 preference score and some response/directivity irregularity keep it behind the best modern compact monitors, and a subwoofer is strongly recommended.

Bass Extension (-10dB)51.2Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points)
Bass Extension (-3dB)63.0Hz (measured, ASR via spinorama.org)
DIY KitNo
Dimensions8.625H x 5.125W x 6.875D in
Drivers0.75” aluminum-dome tweeter, 4” polypropylene woofer
Enclosure2-way bass reflex
Frequency Response57Hz-21kHz
Impedance8 ohms nominal, 4 ohms minimum
Sensitivity85dB specified
Spinorama Preference Score3.12
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub5.64
Weight10.1 lbs (4.6 kg)/pair

Large Size Floorstanding Speakers

Ranked #34 of 74 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers - PSB Imagine T65: $2,699 per pair PSB Speakers eBay

PSB Imagine T65 ranking card

Pros: Three-way design with dual 6.5” woven carbon fiber woofers delivers genuinely strong, extended low end for a $2699 tower: among the better performers Erin has measured in this price class. Distortion shows a clean second-order character with clear separation from third-order all the way up to 96 dB, indicating a well-controlled motor. Compression data shows enhancement rather than compression below about 50-60 Hz, so the bass can sound louder as you turn it up rather than choking off. Wide, forgiving vertical listening window (about ±25°) thanks to the 3-way layout, giving more seating and placement flexibility than most towers. Plenty of dynamic headroom for home theater use or a two-channel system: 100W drove it comfortably in Erin’s room. Measured bass extension of 47Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 85.1dB.

Cons: Noticeable dip in the midrange/crossover region that Erin flagged as affecting dialogue and vocal clarity, though he notes a couple bands of EQ smooths it out. Some horizontal dispersion mismatch (about 10-15° of ballooning between 1-3 kHz) between the midrange and tweeter can add extra perceived attack or detail if your room’s sidewalls are reflective. Dips to 4 ohms, so it wants an amplifier comfortable driving a 4-ohm load. Distortion climbs above 3% around 60 Hz at 96 dB, though it’s benign second-order distortion.

Bass Extension (-10dB)26Hz (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)47Hz (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Crossover Frequency600Hz & 2000Hz, 4th-order Linkwitz-Riley
DIY KitNo
Dimensions38.8” x 8.4” x 13.5” (986 x 213 x 343 mm)
Drivers1” titanium dome tweeter, 5.25” woven carbon fiber midrange, 2x 6.5” woven carbon fiber woofers
EnclosureVented: dual rear slot ports, individual woofer chambers
Frequency Response28Hz - 20kHz (±1.5dB, manufacturer specified)
Impedance8 ohms nominal (3.3 ohms minimum measured by Erin’s Audio Corner; manufacturer specifies 4 ohms minimum)
Recommended Power20-200W
Sensitivity85.1dB (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Spinorama Preference Score5.29
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub6.51
Weight44.1 lbs (20 kg) each

Discontinued PSB Models

Still ranked, and often still worth buying used, but no longer in production. Check availability before planning around one of these.

Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs)

Ranked #47 of 48 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) - PSB Speakers SubSeries 100: $299 Discontinued eBay

PSB Speakers SubSeries 100 ranking card

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 78.1 dB at 20 Hz and 99.2 dB (avg of 3/4 bands) through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 5.25” (133mm) driver is best suited to upper-bass support in a modest room.

Cons: Deep-bass output is limited relative to its midbass result, so it is not the right choice for the lowest movie effects. The 161.8H x 161.8W x 199.9D mm cabinet and 2.7 kg mass still need deliberate placement and calibration. Discontinued.

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)99.2 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
CountryCanada
Dimensions6.4”H x 6.4”W x 7.9”D (161.8 x 161.8 x 199.9 mm)
Drivers5.25” (133mm) driver
Enclosuresealed
Measurement SourceBrent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz78.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz81.4 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz87.6 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz94.1 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz99.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz104.3 dB
Warranty5
Weight6 lbs (2.7 kg)

Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)

Ranked #4 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - PSB Speakers SubSeries 450: $1,898.91 Discontinued eBay

PSB Speakers SubSeries 450 ranking card

Pros: 12-inch passive radiator with 400W RMS (1000W peak). Pitch definition and precision equal to far pricier designs. Bass hits hard and tight without lingering in room. Strong presence in bass guitar range for music. Does it all well.

Cons: Discontinued.

Amplifier Power400W RMS / 1000W peak
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)122.1 dB
Cabinet Colorblack
CountryCanada
Dimensions15.1”H x 15.4”W x 16.6”D (384.0 x 390.4 x 422.1 mm)
Drivers12” (305mm) driver
Enclosurepassive radiator
Frequency Response20-150Hz, ±3dB
Measurement SourceBrent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz94.1 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz107.1 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz114.1 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz117.4 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz121.8 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz124.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz124.9 dB
Warranty5
Weight43 lbs (19.5 kg)

Ranked #46 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - PSB Speakers SubSeries 200: $399 Discontinued eBay

PSB Speakers SubSeries 200 ranking card

Pros: 10-inch ported with custom NAD amplifier. Energy-efficient design with extensive musicality and high-powered bass impact. Smart bass limiting circuitry provides protection. Strong overall performance at attractive price point.

Cons: Discontinued.

Amplifier Power200W continuous (560W dynamic peak)
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)114.6 dB (avg of 3/4 bands)
CountryCanada
Dimensions17.5”H x 13.4”W x 15.5”D (444.5 x 339.6 x 393.7 mm)
Drivers10” (254mm) driver
Enclosureported, bottom
Frequency Response28Hz - 150Hz (±3dB, Manufacturer specified)
Measurement SourceBrent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz80.8 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz94.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz104.3 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz112.2 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz114.2 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz117.5 dB
Warranty5?
Weight34 lbs (15.4 kg)

Ranked #79 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - PSB Speakers SubSeries 250: $584.28 Discontinued eBay

PSB Speakers SubSeries 250 ranking card

Pros: 10-inch sealed cube with 200W RMS. Most musical of SubSeries models for dual movie/music use. Agile, detailed, and sonically refined. Limited to smaller room deployment but exceptional for compact installations.

Cons: Discontinued.

Amplifier Power200W RMS
CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)112.5 dB
Cabinet Colorblack
CountryCanada
Dimensions14.2”H x 13.6”W x 14.4”D (361.9 x 345.9 x 365.0 mm)
Drivers10” (254mm) driver
Enclosuresealed
Frequency Response20Hz+
Measurement SourceBrent Butterworth
Output SPL at 16 Hz90.0 dB
Output SPL at 20 Hz92.5 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz96.7 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz102.2 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz106.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz111.0 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz115.7 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz116.6 dB
Warranty5
Weight35.5 lbs (16.1 kg)