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Add deep, low-frequency bass impact to your movies and music with Polk's PSW10. This subwoofer is powered by a high-current amplifier producing 50 watts RMS/100 watts clean, dynamic power for loud bass and a wide dynamic range necessary to recreate a life-like home theater experience. Features front-firing 10" composite polymer cone driver that adds depth to your stereo music and provides more bass impact for your sound system. The PSW10 features non-resonant MDF construction with 3/4" baffle and internal bracing for deep bass impact with detail and accuracy. Features flexible inputs and controls like power-saver on/auto switch, independent volume control and a toggle phase switch on the back panel for a cohesive unit. Place the subwoofer on the same side of the room as your system's front speakers for the best performance
Posted by: JustinBP
from Maplewood, NJ
I purchased this sub several months ago, and at the time I guess it was 50% off. I only paid $99.99. I had initially gone in to get a Sony. I think the model was WA-2500. However, for the same price I could get Polk Audio's name. So, being somewhat label conscious, I sprung for the PSW10.
My receiver is a Pioneer VSX-819H-K. The subwoofer connection is a single RCA plug, so I had to purchase a a Y-split RCA cable to connect to the L-R ports on the back of the PSW10. Using the MCACC to automatically calibrate the subwoofer with my rather pathetic, HTIB satellite speakers, everything sounded good. No complaints at all. Even with my dated Sony speakers, DTS-HD sounded great.
Then, I read online that sound quality could be improved if you connected the front speakers through the line inputs on the back of the PSW10. I'm not an audiophile, but I do take interest in Home Audio equipment. However, being nonethewiser, I connected the speakers, but left the Y-split cable connected also.
More recently, I read that in order to fully accomplish the improvement of sound that I was going for, I needed to disconnect the RCA cable, disable the subwoofer through the receiver's speaker setup, and set my speaker size to 'Large'. Since then, however, I've struggled to find that sweet spot which gives me enough bass for movies AND music. My Sony speakers still sound fine, but the PSW10 at times sounds boomy or sloppy, with lots of port noise. Perhaps the issue lies in the fact that my speakers have a low sensitivity and require higher volume for comfortable listening, therefore causing me to overpower the subwoofer. This is the assumption I am operating under, since I had been completely happy with the PSW10 before I decided to mess with the settings.
I am currently waiting for a full set of five Polk speakers to arrive so that I can test my hypothesis and finally have an excuse to get rid of my old HTIB speakers.
I have had no other complaints about this device. It is built solid with a stylish design. The feet are sturdy and adjustable for uneven flooring. The grill does NOT rattle at the volume I use for comfortable listening. Although the grill pins are plastic, they are secure. Another phenomenon which I have not experienced is the "click" of the PSW10 turning on and off, while on the automatic/power saving mode. My only excuses for dissatisfaction are most likely rooted in my own overzealousness. I have no problem admitting that.
Bottom line, I definitely would not pay $200 for this, but for the $99 deal I managed to snag, this is a great entry-level subwoofer with surprisingly high highs, and when setup properly, voluminous lows. I would furthermore only recommend the PSW10 for a small- to mid-size room setup. There are definitely better products out there, even within the Polk brand, but for my small, budget setup, this is totally capable of holding up the low end of the sound spectrum.
What's great about it: Build, Black vinyl styling, wide frequency range
What's not so great: Boomy/Sloppy at times, hard to find sweet spot on volume dial, a little large
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
4
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Only at Best BuyAmplify your computer's sound with these 2.0 powered speakers that feature controls on the unit and a headphone jack for private listening.
Posted by: JustinBP
from Maplewood, NJ
I bought these for my TV in my bedroom solely based on price.
They definitely sound like $25, 2.0 channel computer speakers, but aren't completely horrible. Of course, there is not much bass to speak of, but you get what you pay for. Midrange and highs sound acceptable to my ear.
These speakers serve their purpose in my bedroom, and make my TV sound louder and clearer. I also love my X-230 and X-240 2.1 speaker systems by Logitech, whom I will always trust for computer audio.
Recommended only if you are on a budget or if you don't consider bass a necessity for your computer sound experience.
What's great about it: Price
What's not so great: Very Little Bass
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
3
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Only @ Best BuyWith 100' of speaker wire on this spool, you can easily connect all of the speakers in your home entertainment system.
Posted by: JustinBP
from Maplewood, NJ
I'm a novice at this whole Home Theater setup stuff, but I recently upgraded from a Sony DAV-HDX265 HTIB system, and since the speakers had proprietary connectors, I had to rewire them to my new Pioneer VSX-819H. I bought this wire because it was cheap.
Never having spliced before, I used a pair of scissors and a box cutter. I had enough wire to do 5.1 surround in my small, living room. I just ran the wire along the room's moulding, since I have no idea how to do a proper wiring job. Therefore, I dislike the ugly, bronze wire insulation since it's completely visible.
In any case, the sound is fine. I was nervous that my Sony HTIB speakers wouldn't work, but they do, and probably sound a bit clearer. In the near future, I hope to: a) use the leftover wire to set up my Polk Audio PSW10 subwoofer according to Option #2, and b) to pick up a set of Polk Audio RM6750 satellites to replace my HTIB speakers.
Never had a problem with Dynex; would recommend this product to a friend.
What's great about it: Simple
What's not so great: Bright Metallic Color
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Performance
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Ensure that your Garmin GPS receiver stays powered on that long road trip with this vehicle power adapter that plugs into your car's DC power outlet.
Posted by: JustinBP
from Maplewood, NJ
Best Buy only had this cord as a replacement for my TomTom ONE's charger, which blew. As I am currently away from home, I needed this cord as an emergency, to get home.
It's doing it's job.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Performance
5
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will any printer work on a dell laptop?
Yes.
Compatibility is more dependent on your operating system than the brand though.
Compatibility is more dependent on your operating system than the brand though.
16 years, 6 months ago
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JustinBP
Maplewood, NJ
looking for webcam that works with Windows Vista
I use a Microsoft Lifecam.
Good price, cool design and acceptable picture quality.
Good price, cool design and acceptable picture quality.
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Microsoft - LifeCam VX-3000
16 years, 6 months ago
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JustinBP
Maplewood, NJ