Subwoofers

The Bottom Line: Flexible configuration, a full list of features, and solid bass performance gives the Polk Audio DSW Pro 400 a leg up on similar-size subwoofers.

Specs: subwoofer, 13.7 in x 13.7 in x 14.6 in, Black, Active, 180 Watt

The Bottom Line: The able Polk Audio PSW111 subwoofer delivers seamless bass despite its compact size.

Specs: subwoofer, 11 in x 13 in x 12.1 in, Black, Active, 150 Watt

The Bottom Line: If you don't mind its uninspired aesthetics, the Definitive Technology ProSub 800 is a mighty little subwoofer and a fine match for its SSA soundbars and ProCinema satellite speakers.

Specs: subwoofer, 10.3 in x 15.7 in x 12.9 in, Active, 300 Watt

The Bottom Line: KEF's HTB2 subwoofer combines sleek style and high performance.

Specs: subwoofer, 17.3 in x 7.7 in x 15.4 in, High-gloss silver, Active, 110 dB

The Bottom Line: KEF's HTB2 subwoofer combines sleek style and high performance.

Specs: subwoofer, 17.3 in x 7.7 in x 15.4 in, High-gloss black, Active, 110 dB

The Bottom Line: Cambridge's radical design in its Newton Series P300HD Powered Subwoofer delivers extraordinary performance.

Specs: subwoofer, 8.5 in x 17.5 in x 27.2 in, Active

The Bottom Line: The Klipsch Synergy Sub-12, the company's most affordable 12-inch subwoofer, sounds great on music and movies.

Specs: subwoofer, 15 in x 19.9 in x 18 in, Black, Active, 300 Watt

The Bottom Line: The Aperion S-10 subwoofer is a winning combination of rock-solid construction, impeccable furniture-grade finish, and seismic, room-shaking performance.

Specs: subwoofer, 13.3 in x 19 in x 17.5 in, Cherry, Active, 200 Watt

The Bottom Line: Yamaha's pint-size YST-FSW100 subwoofer is the ideal partner for its Digital Sound Projector virtual surround speakers.

Specs: subwoofer, 15.7 in x 6.2 in x 14.8 in, Piano black, Active, 130 Watt

The Bottom Line: Yamaha's pint-size YST-FSW100 subwoofer is the ideal partner for its Digital Sound Projector virtual surround speakers.

Specs: subwoofer, 15.7 in x 6.2 in x 14.8 in, Silver, Active, 75 Watt