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Customer Reviews for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Model: PSW10 BLACK
SKU: 8826112
UPC: 747192118211
With Klippel laser measurement technology and compression circuitry for smooth, low-distortion bass tone, this powered subwoofer puts the punch in your home theater system sound. A 10" Dynamic Balance composite woofer provides wide, immersive low-end sound.
Average Customer Rating:
4.333 out of 5
4.3
 out of 
5
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Rating Snapshot 63 reviews
5 stars
41
4 stars
11
3 stars
4
2 stars
5
1 star
2
83% of customers would recommend this product to a friend 
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52 out of 63
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Customer Reviews for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black
Review 1 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

awsome bass

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: manbug
from chitown
on 03/01/2012
What's great about it: it shakes the house.
for the price i paid for this subwoofer.it was worth every penny.
This product has... Good build quality
About me... Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 2 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

GREAT PSW

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: JimHDTV
from FL
on 02/29/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Appearance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Power
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Sound
What's not so great: Nothing so far
Great Powered Sub Woofer. Saw some complaints about the sound becoming distorted and booming. Make sure you adjust the volume on the back of the sub woofer and have the correct settings in the receiver for this woofer.
Any woofer will get boomy and distorted if not adjusted properly. It is a 10" woofer, not a 12" or 14 "!!!!
I have it in a 20 X 20 bedroom with XBOX 360 and it kicks @$$!
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... practical, Audiophile, Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 3 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Better Deal

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Modflip
from Hayward, CA
on 02/28/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Appearance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Power
4.0 out of 5
4.0
What's great about it: Price and sound quality
What's not so great: nothing
Bought this item and couldn't be happier as far as price and quality. It was on sale for $99 and the look of it was nice. Plug it in with my receiver and it was loud enough that makes everything vibrates up to my bedroom window.
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... practical
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 4 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

great sub but not good enough for me

Customer Rating
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Posted by: vicsub10
from Philadelphia
on 02/27/2012
Value for Price
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Sound Quality
2.0 out of 5
2.0
Appearance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Power
1.0 out of 5
1.0
What's great about it: the price I paid $100
What's not so great: The sound
The Polk PSW10 sounds great at lower volumes but distorted easily if I turned my receivers volume pass the half way point. The bass was boomy and not as tight as I hoped it would be. It would probably be better in a smaller room that doesn't require much volume.
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... Tech savvy
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
-2points
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Review 5 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Great sound and price

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Newstuff28590
from Greenville, N.C.
on 02/27/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Appearance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Power
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Fantastic sound
Great sound in a good looking cabinet. Sound is awesome for the price, very clear and crisp, not muddy like cheap ones. Simple hook up.
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... Audiophile, Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 6 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

good entry price sub- woofer

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Anonymous
from Amarillo Texas
on 02/27/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Appearance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Power
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Good price
What's not so great: proud owner
This sub does everything I need it to do. Very happy with the size,look and price(on sale).
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 7 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Great, great sound & simple set-up.

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: DIJoe
from SC
on 02/17/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Appearance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Power
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Store clerk recommended out of box special & saved big!
What's not so great: No down side for me.
This was an 'out-of-box' special but would have been a great buy at the regular price. Very satisfied!
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... practical
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 8 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Great sub for the price

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: nc4x4man
from asheville, nc
on 02/15/2012
What's great about it: price
What's not so great: nothing
Got this on sale for 99.00 to replace my old one that died. I use it primarily for tv surround sound and have been very pleased so far. While it wont rattle the walls, its a great unit for the price and i highly recommend!
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+2points
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Review 9 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Great budget subwoofer

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: davidlb512
from Birmingham, AL
on 02/15/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Appearance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Power
5.0 out of 5
5.0
This subwoofer surprised me with the quality, and loudness that it produces, compared to the cost.
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 10 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Don't waste your money

Customer Rating
2.0 out of 5
2.0
Posted by: EatonWhine
from Katy, TX
on 02/01/2012
Value for Price
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Sound Quality
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Appearance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Power
1.0 out of 5
1.0
What's great about it: Nice looking
What's not so great: Weak sound, overpriced, loud port turbulence
Bought this hoping to find a low price deal for a budget system and ended up returning it to the store the next day. Besides the fact that the $200 price tag turned out to be $100 more than a nearby competitor AND lots of places online, the sound was just bad. Barely audible at low volumes and at higher volumes all I could hear was port turbulence (the sound of the air coming out of the port). It literally drowned out the bass. Brought it back and replaced it with a Pioneer SW601 (from a competitor) which blows the Polk out of the water without breaking a sweat. Unless you are desparate for a sub, pass on this one. And Best Buy - Either pull this from the shelf or get competitive with the pricing. $199 is ridiculous when almost everywhere else has it for $99.
This product has... Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... Tech savvy
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
+1point
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Review 11 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Solid Performance-Reasonable Price Point

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: DBPhotography
from Providence, RI
on 02/01/2012
Value for Price
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Sound Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Appearance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Power
4.0 out of 5
4.0
What's great about it: Sound, Fit's in a small place, self powered
What's not so great: No negatives
Plenty of power to shake my room. The speaker appears to be well made and sound quality is good. If you are looking to add some thump to your sound system at a great price give this product a try. I think you will love it as much as I do.
Do yourself a favor and place it in a corner facing the wall about 1 foot away. Boom!
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... Pro audio / DJ, Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 12 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Great Value

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: OrlandoTV
from Orlando, FL
on 01/26/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Appearance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Power
4.0 out of 5
4.0
I do not have a high end surround sound system, but this subwoofer provides excellent bass for the money, and is a huge improvement over a Sony subwoofer than came with a prepacked system about 10 years ago.
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... practical
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 13 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Good sub, better available

Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: Bsmart
from Richmond, VA
on 01/23/2012
Value for Price
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Sound Quality
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Appearance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Power
3.0 out of 5
3.0
What's great about it: Good size and price
What's not so great: Other subs more powerful
This is a good sub but a little challenging to hook up with no LFE input.
The PSW110 is twice as powerful and was only $25 more, which is why I returned the PSW10.
This product has... Right size for my space, Good build quality
About me... Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 14 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Great Thump

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Interrax
from Marysville, WA
on 01/15/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Appearance
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Power
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Great Thump.
What's not so great: Bigger than expected!
This subwoofer really does the job! While it is a low priced choice, it will shake the house as you get immersed in sound of the movie or music.
This product has... Good build quality
About me... practical, Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 15 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

A truly great value when purchased for 99.99

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: daddyhop
from baltimore,MD.
on 01/12/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Appearance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Power
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: great price ,great sound
Great sound .works well with my
polk satellite speaker system
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... Audiophile
I would recommend this to a friend!
+2points
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Review 16 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Good sub for a small to medium size living room

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: kratosstylez
from TEXAS
on 01/10/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Appearance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Power
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: excellent sound
What's not so great: Did not include 2nd option cable setup. Had to run speaker cable from receiver to sub and then to my floor speakers
Bought this on black friday sale and am I glad I got it. For the money its a excellent sub. I started playing HALO ANNIVERY EDITION on my 55 in. TV and all the bullets and explosions really popped out with this sub. I felt like all the action was going on in my living room. The Bass in Music really stood out and added that perfect ooomph that I wanted. I am really happy with this purchase. I would definitely recommend it.
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality, continuous enjoyment factor
About me... Audiophile
I would recommend this to a friend!
+2points
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Review 17 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Great little box.

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: rex600
from illinois
on 01/09/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Appearance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Power
5.0 out of 5
5.0
picked up a 7.2 surround sound after moving in to a new place. I got this sub with one of BB proven packages. My system calls for two subs but I settled for just one. This thing makes you feel like your in the theater. I haven't been out to the movies since. I picked up a second sub and not sure if my windows will be able to handle it. Overall this product for the price is awesome.
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
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Review 18 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Good Sound, Good Price

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: jimboj1979
from Lehigh Valley, PA
on 01/08/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Appearance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Power
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Purchsed this to accompany a set of bookshelf speakers that I am using on a second stereo. Sounds fantastic. Purchased for $99 during black friday weekend... Great deal.
This product has... Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 19 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Unbeatable for the money spent on it.

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Jorinr
from Colorado
on 01/08/2012
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Appearance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Power
4.0 out of 5
4.0
What's great about it: Great sound for the price!
What's not so great: Should have gotten more of them for the price.
I bought this sub on the Black Friday sale to replace an existing KLH Audio sub that I have had for years now. I have Infinity Primus 360 Main Speakers, an Infinity Primus PC251 Center Channel and the KLH Surrounds for the side and rear surrrounds of the 7.1 system. I am powering those with a Sony STR-DG910 receiver I bought on a closeout when Circuit City closed up.
With this sub I have deeper and fuller bass sound than I previously had. It looks somewhat like the Infinity speakers with the black cloth face on and is a great deal at under one hundred dollars.
I can also add to it with the KLH sub in the rear of the room.
This product has... Right size for my space, Easy to set up, Good build quality
About me... Pro audio / DJ, Audiophile, Tech savvy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Review 20 for Polk Audio 10" 100W Powered Subwoofer - Black

Poor bass quality

Customer Rating
2.0 out of 5
2.0
Posted by: Admo2
from Washington
on 01/07/2012
Value for Price
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Sound Quality
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Appearance
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Power
2.0 out of 5
2.0
What's great about it: Looks good
What's not so great: Poor high end bass
After seeing this subwoofer on sale I immediately bought it expecting a decent quality of bass. Once installed, I immediately returned it after 3 hour of tinkering with my receiver settings. The bottom line was that any tv shows that had any subtle bass sounded really bad and was unacceptable.
About me... Tech savvy
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
-5points
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