Home Theatre Subwoofers
What Are Subwoofers?
A subwoofer is a specialised speaker designed to reproduce low-frequency sound (bass), adding depth, impact, and realism to your home theatre or hi-fi system. Whether you’re watching explosive action movies or listening to deep, resonant bass lines in music, a high-quality subwoofer ensures that you not only hear the bass but feel it.
Subwoofers come in various designs, including sealed and ported enclosures, and you have active subwoofers (powered) or passive subwoofers (requiring an external amplifier). Choosing the right subwoofer depends on your room size, listening preferences, and system setup.
Why Do You Need a Subwoofer?
A great subwoofer transforms your audio experience, adding cinematic impact to movies and tight, accurate bass to music. Standard speakers often struggle with deep bass reproduction, making a dedicated subwoofer essential for full-range, high-fidelity sound.
Key Benefits of Subwoofers
- Deep, Powerful Bass – Extends your system’s frequency response for earth-shaking movie effects and immersive music playback.
- Improved Clarity & Balance – A subwoofer relieves your main speakers from handling deep bass, reducing distortion and enhancing overall sound quality.
- More Dynamic Sound for Movies & Music – Experience thunderous explosions, lifelike concert bass, and impactful soundtracks.
- Customisable Bass Control – Many subwoofers include DSP (Digital Signal Processing), phase control, and room correction for perfect integration.
Subwoofers for Movies vs. Music
Movie Subwoofers
For home theatre, subwoofers need to deliver deep, rumbling bass that recreates the impact of explosions, gunfire, and cinematic effects. A ported or high-output sealed subwoofer with high SPL (Sound Pressure Level) capability is ideal for immersive, room-shaking bass.
Music Subwoofers
For stereo and hi-fi listening, accuracy and speed are more important than raw output. Sealed subwoofers provide tight, controlled bass, making them the preferred choice for audiophiles and music enthusiasts.
Sealed vs. Ported Subwoofers
Sealed Subwoofers (Acoustic Suspension)
- Tight, accurate bass with fast transient response.
- Ideal for music and well-balanced home theatre setups.
- Requires more amplifier power to achieve the same output as ported subs.
Ported Subwoofers (Bass Reflex)
- Louder, more powerful bass output—great for home theatre.
- Moves more air, making it ideal for large rooms and cinema-style bass effects.
- Less control over bass response compared to sealed subs.
Active vs. Passive Subwoofers
Active Subwoofers
- Includes a built-in amplifier, simplifying setup.
- Most common for home theatre and hi-fi.
- Allows for fine-tuning (crossover, phase, volume controls).
Passive Subwoofers
- Requires an external amplifier for power.
- Common in high-end or custom home theatre installations.
- Provides more flexibility in amplifier selection but requires proper matching of power and impedance.
Stocked Brands of Subwoofers
At CHT Solutions, we stock high-quality subwoofers from leading brands, including:
Need Help Choosing the Right Subwoofer?
Not sure whether you need a sealed or ported subwoofer, active or passive design? We’re here to help!
With years of expertise in home theatre and hi-fi audio, our team at CHT Solutions can guide you in selecting the perfect subwoofer for your room size, listening habits, and system requirements. Whether you’re after deep, cinematic bass for movies or tight, precise bass for music, we’ll ensure you get the best possible sound.
Find the Perfect Subwoofer Today
At CHT Solutions, we offer an extensive selection of subwoofers, designed to bring deep, impactful bass to your home theatre or hi-fi system. Whether you need a compact sealed sub for accurate bass or a high-output ported sub for room-shaking power, we have the right solution for your setup.
Browse our Subwoofer collection online or contact our team for expert advice and personalised recommendations.
