Dayton Audio SUB-1000L vs Yamaha HS8S

Short answer: the Yamaha HS8S on measured sound quality, the Dayton Audio SUB-1000L on price. The Yamaha HS8S ranks #23 of 42 subwoofers at $775. The Dayton Audio SUB-1000L ranks #24 at $150, $625 cheaper.

What the Dayton Audio SUB-1000L offers: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 83.9 dB at 20 Hz and 104.0 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, bottom enclosure with 10” (254mm) driver is best suited to upper-bass support in a modest room. Watch for: Deep-bass output is limited relative to its midbass result, so it is not the right choice for the lowest movie effects. The 152.4H x 635.0W x 400.0D mm cabinet and 12.9 kg mass still need deliberate placement and calibration.

What the Yamaha HS8S offers: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 104.8 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 8” (203mm) driver is intended to add useful bass support without a full-size cabinet. Watch for: Without a published 20 Hz output result, deep-bass capability is less certain than its midbass figure. The 349.2H x 300.0W x 388.9D mm cabinet and 10.2 kg mass still need careful placement and calibration.

Buy the Dayton Audio SUB-1000L if the price is the priority over sound quality, or the Yamaha HS8S if sound quality is the priority over the price.

Specifications Side By Side

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The Two Speakers In Full

Dayton Audio SUB-1000L: $150 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 83.9 dB at 20 Hz and 104.0 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, bottom enclosure with 10” (254mm) 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 152.4H x 635.0W x 400.0D mm cabinet and 12.9 kg mass still need deliberate placement and calibration.

Notes: low profile (<8in)

Full Dayton Audio SUB-1000L review and specifications →

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	104.0 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	United States
Dimensions	6"H x 25"W x 15.7"D (152.4 x 635.0 x 400.0 mm)
Drivers	10" (254mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, bottom
Measurement Source	Brent Butterworth
Output SPL at 20 Hz	83.9 dB
Output SPL at 25 Hz	90.8 dB
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	94.9 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	98.9 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	102.3 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	105.9 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	108.7 dB
Warranty	5
Weight	28.4 lbs / 12.9 kg

• Links
  • Dayton Audio SUB-1000L Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples

Yamaha HS8S: $775 eBay

Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 104.8 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported, front enclosure with 8” (203mm) driver is intended to add useful bass support without a full-size cabinet.

Cons: Without a published 20 Hz output result, deep-bass capability is less certain than its midbass figure. The 349.2H x 300.0W x 388.9D mm cabinet and 10.2 kg mass still need careful placement and calibration.

Full Yamaha HS8S review and specifications →

CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz)	104.8 dB
Cabinet Color	black
Country	Japan
Dimensions	13.7"H x 11.8"W x 15.3"D (349.2 x 300.0 x 388.9 mm)
Drivers	8" (203mm) driver
Enclosure	ported, front
Measurement Source	ErinsAudioCorner
Output SPL at 31.5 Hz	90.8 dB
Output SPL at 40 Hz	100.7 dB
Output SPL at 50 Hz	104.9 dB
Output SPL at 63 Hz	106.3 dB
Output SPL at 80 Hz	107.2 dB
Output SPL at 100 Hz	105.7 dB
Warranty	2
Weight	22.5 lbs / 10.2 kg

• Links
  • Yamaha HS8S Website
• Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
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