The Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt ranks #16 out of 42 total Small Powered Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) for sound quality. See Top Recommended Speakers By Attribute for all the top speaker suggestions.
#16 Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt: $169.99 Amazon
Pros: 8-inch ported driver still manages 106.4dB CEA-2010-A average at the lowest price of any subwoofer tested in this weight class. An easy entry point for a first subwoofer.
Cons: Very compact 8.4 kg size, limited 106.4 dB output, ported room interaction, and entry-level build.
Notes: Product # 14567
How it compares: Just above it: Sony SA-CS9 - $30 more. Just below it: Pioneer SW-8MK2 - $129 more.
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 106.4 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 15.0"H x 10.6"W x 12.8"D (381.0 x 269.2 x 325.1 mm) |
| Driver | 8" (203mm) driver |
| Driver(s) | (1) 8 inch |
| Enclosure | ported, front |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 51.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 69.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 91.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 98.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 104.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 110.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 111.8 dB |
| Weight | 18.5 lbs / 8.4 kg |
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