Short answer: the Klipsch Reference R-101SW, if you are buying new. The Klipsch R-10SW ranks higher than the Yamaha NS-SW100 (#45 vs #54 of 73 subwoofers) but is discontinued; its replacement, the Klipsch Reference R-101SW, is rated 3.2/5 at $379.99 and is still sold new.
The case for the Klipsch R-10SW: A discontinued ported 10 inch subwoofer that adds midbass support to a modest system at a moderate price. The catch: Without a published 20 Hz result, deep-bass capability is less certain than the midbass figure.
Why pick the Yamaha NS-SW100: An affordable compact ported 10 inch subwoofer with a 100 watt amp and a stylish cabinet. Watch for: There is no crossover control and no polarity switch, which makes it harder to blend with main speakers.
Buy the Klipsch Reference R-101SW, the replacement for the discontinued Klipsch R-10SW; it is rated higher for sound quality than the Yamaha NS-SW100.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Klipsch R-10SW | Yamaha NS-SW100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $399 Discontinued | $269.95 |
| Ranked | #45 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) | #54 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, rear | ported, side |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 103.0 dB | 97.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 106.5 dB | 103.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 109.0 dB | 108.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 108.8 dB | 110.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 107.0 dB | 109.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 104.1 dB | 107.8 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 106.8 dB | 105.0 dB |
| Dimensions | 14”H x 12.5”W x 15.7”D (355.6 x 317.5 x 398.8 mm) | 13.9”H x 13.9”W x 16.1”D (352.3 x 352.3 x 409.4 mm) |
| Weight | 25.6 lbs (11.6 kg) | 26.5 lbs (12.0 kg) |
| Warranty | 5/2 | 2 |
| Cabinet Color | black | black |
| Country | United States | Japan |
| Measurement Source | ErinsAudioCorner | ErinsAudioCorner |
| Drivers | 10” (254mm) driver | 10” (254mm) driver |
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Where the Ratings Come From
- Klipsch R-10SW: reviews by Erin’s Audio Corner.
- Yamaha NS-SW100: reviews by Erin’s Audio Corner.
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