Customers love the Reference 12" 400W Powered Subwoofer for its exceptional sound quality, powerful bass, and affordable price. Many reviewers were impressed with the clarity and depth of the sound, while others appreciated the subwoofer's compact size and easy setup. While some users found the bass to be overpowering at times, most agreed that it was a great value for the price.
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Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sub
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Well I had a view subs and always wanted this one first I wanted the 10 but then I start reading about it and then they mentioned the 12” so I went and got it I can’t believe the sound :D am amazed it’s deep base and rumble man you can’t go wrong even when you play music sounds awesome my dad tough I bought a dj ..... Hihih we’ll go get yours I will say 100% recommend..
I would recommend this to a friend
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Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great subwoofer
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Ask my neighbors they all know I added a new subwoofer to my electronic collection!!!! Powerful sound , clean , great price looking forward to add another one , I replaced an old klipsch subwoofer that give me great performance for many years
I would recommend this to a friend
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Price
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great value sub when in Pairs
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A single Klipsch 12" is not enough. Be sure to get a pair. You will not be disappointed when splitting your budget in half to buy a pair of subs vs having a single expensive sub. Theses are relatively cheap subs but still good value but only if you buy two.
Watch this video for more info.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Give your hifi the kick it needs
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My review of the Klipsch R-12sw subwoofer. OK I might not have needed it with a pair of Klipsch R-28s up front with a R-62C center channel and a pair of Klipsch R-24 towers for rear speakers. That is powered with an Onkyo 576 AV receiver that puts out maybe 75 watts per channel. So you might think I really didn't need a 12" sub with a set up like this, I mean it had a solid tight bass.
But ah, but now it has thunder you know that kick in the chest thump that used to only get when at a concert or 4th of July.
But seriously even at low dB levels the bass still comes at you. Makes movies at home better than going to theaters. Makes your favorite music sound like you have never heard it before. You can't go wrong with this awesome subwoofer.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Power, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Black N Copper Thunder
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Hits cleaner and harder than Chuck Lidell . I give a lot of credit to my Yamaha Aventage 860 but this Sub for the $ is Krazy . Set up is Reference 26f x2 ,25c , 14s X4 .
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing sub!
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I bought a complete klipsch system and this sub is the best part of it, deep bass that sounds great, This is the best sub I've ever had and it was a great price!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Expected more although not an SVS
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I have been looking forward to an SVS Ultra but decided to get this to hold me off till I have the funds. Plays well with an old 12 infinity. Shouldn't be mixing the brands but tried it & satisfied for now. Well worth the price on black Friday, half off.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sounding base for home audio system
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Was able to adjust the base properly. It’s not over powering. Automatically turns off when it does not detect input after a few minutes and automatically turns on when input is detected.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Power
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
This sub will blow your head!
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This little monster will rock your house! It's amazing how powerful it could be and how great it sounds when rightly configured on your receiver. I'm using it with a pair of R28F, a pair of R15M and a Denon x3300 and this sub is what makes that setup a full cinema experience. I love it!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great bass!!
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I already had the 10" sub and play awesome, I was looking for the 12" until the price go down on Cybermonday this year. The bass sound is excellent and clear! Defenitely it worth the wait.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sound. Deep base. Nice range.
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This sub works great! Crossover included, which makes it flexible in really tweaking your sound system to match perfectly. Sale price made it a great deal.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Power
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome subs
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Lets just say that after watching movies in my basement you check and make sure the structural integrity of the house is still there
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sound quality
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I purchased 2 of these for my dedicated home theater room. Once I dialed in the phases to get them in sync they sound amazing. I primarily watch movies and listen to a little music. The sound quality at higher levels is responsive and tight.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Looks amazing, sounds amazing
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I've got two of these bad boys in my Onkyo/Klipsch 7.2 setup. Which involves two of these subs, a pair of Klipsch R-28F and two pairs of Klipsch R-15M bookshelf speakers, all four of which are on speaker stands.
Being in the sweet spot, at the center of this system, is truly an experience to behold. And these two subs really bring it home. Just having one was fine, but I had the money to burn and decided two would be even better. And it turned the entire couch into the "sweet spot".
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Thunderous bass!!!
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Bought two of these subs for a home theater set-up and couldn’t be more happier!!!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Power
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
powerfull sub great sound
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I change my old sub for this Klipsch 12" subwoofer, powerful sub don't regret the purchase
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
This is the bass you are looking for
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Incredible rich bass. My music, movies and games are booming now. Thanks to Klipsch for such a great product. Fun fact: the dial goes to 11.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Overall a good sub
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Overall sound is good, my tastes lean towards something a little more defined with more tonal quality. It is excellent for movies, average for music, I’d like to hear more in the way of different bass notes of the music. I am pleased with my purchased overall, thanks Best Buy
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great for any home theater
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It's small and lightweight but packs a puch that seems effortless.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Power, Price, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best subwoofer under $500.
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This is a great subwoofer. This is the best subwoofer under $500 hands down. I got mine open box, so needless to say I was very impressed for $299. Even if I spent the $449 I would have been more than happy. Room shaking, tight bass. Extremely powerful. You would have to spend some serious money, several hundred more to get a better subwoofer. This subwoofer is great for music and movies with ample power and clean sound. You will be surprised. I would say this beats out the Martin Logan Dynamo 500, or any of the Bowers and Wilkins subs under $700, and even the deftech, Like I said, you would have to spend considerably more to match or beat it.