Short answer: the Q Acoustics 3060S on measured sound quality, the Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt on price. The Q Acoustics 3060S ranks #39 of 73 subwoofers, rated 3.3/5, at $599.96. The Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt ranks #46, rated 3.2/5, at $224.99, $374.97 cheaper.
The case for the Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt: A low cost ported 8 inch subwoofer with a 200 watt amp, an easy entry point for a first subwoofer. The tradeoff: Very compact 18.5 lbs (8.4 kg) size, limited 106.4 dB output, ported room interaction, and entry-level build.
The case for the Q Acoustics 3060S: A slim sealed 8 inch subwoofer only 15 cm wide, adding 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.
Buy the Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt if the price matters more than sound quality. Buy the Q Acoustics 3060S if sound quality matters more than the price.
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A low cost ported 8 inch subwoofer with a 200 watt amp, an easy entry point for a first subwoofer.
A slim sealed 8 inch subwoofer only 15 cm wide, adding bass support without a full size cabinet.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt | Q Acoustics 3060S | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $224.99 | $599.96 |
| Ranked | #46 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) | #39 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) |
| Enclosure | ported, front | sealed |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 51.3 dB | - |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 69.3 dB | 88.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 91.8 dB | 95.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 98.3 dB | 99.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 104.8 dB | 105.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 110.7 dB | 110.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 111.8 dB | 114.3 dB |
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 106.4 dB | 107.5 dB |
| Dimensions | 15”H x 10.6”W x 12.8”D (381.0 x 269.2 x 325.1 mm) | 12.8”H x 6.1”W x 18.9”D (325.1 x 154.9 x 480.1 mm) |
| Weight | 18.5 lbs (8.4 kg) | 18.7 lbs (8.5 kg) |
| Cabinet Color | black | black, white, wood, grey |
| Country | United States | United Kingdom |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth | Brent Butterworth |
| Drivers | 8” (203mm) driver | 8” (203mm) driver |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 |
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