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Axiom Audio's mighty EP800 subwoofer gets reviewed in Israel

by Steven Kim posted Jun 23rd 2009 at 10:12PM

Axiom Audio EP800 subwoofer
When a new flagship subwoofer gets reviewed, enduring a little machine translation is totally worthwhile. Actually, mister roboto did a pretty good job with Israeli site hometheater.co.il's review of Axiom Audio's EP800, but even if it hadn't you could have guessed that the dual 12-inch drivers, 800-Watt amp and sealed cabinet of the tower-sub goes way low, way loud. The brave reviewer went way beyond the well-appointed connection/adjustment panel of this sub and really dove into the guts -- we just hope that they securely tightened down the drivers upon reassembly! Other highlights of the review include the EP800 box overshadowing a small child and a video clip of Axiom's 90-foot measuring tower. Hit the link for the fun stuff -- trust us, the giddy joy of a big sub survives translation.

[Via Audioholics]

Ask Engadget HD: What's the best home theater subwoofer under $500?

by Darren Murph posted Dec 3rd 2008 at 12:00PM Featured Story


So, you're one of those "build your own multi-channel surround system" folks, are you? If so, we'll bet you're a lot like Jeff (and you didn't even know it).

"I'm in the process of assembling a 5.1 system for my den, but I'm really concerned about making the right decision on a subwoofer. I'm putting a cap of $500 on it, but I want the most boom (and tightest boom) for my buck. I haven't purchased my towers or surrounds yet, so I'm open to any brand / model / etc."

Ah, starting with the low-end, are we? Probably not a bad place to begin, quite honestly, and we're hoping that you readers can chime in with a few recommendations for this here bass lover. Rumble away in comments below.

Got a burning question that you'd love to toss out for Engadget HD (or its readers) to take a look at? Tired of Google's blank stares when you ask for real-world experiences? Hit us up at ask at engadgethd dawt com and keep an eye on this space -- your inquiry could be next.

JL Audio's Fathom f212 in-home subwoofer gets official

by Darren Murph posted Oct 3rd 2008 at 2:52AM


JL Audio is probably better known in the automotive industry than the living room industry, but that's not to say the company can't deliver that earth-rockin' bass in your den and your '69 Impala. Announced this month, the Fathom f212 includes not one, but two 12W7 drivers in a sealed enclosure. The company promises "mind-blowing bass with enhanced output, reduced distortion and even greater transient accuracy than the single-woofer Fathoms." If you're looking for hard numbers, chew on these: it weighs 220-pounds, boasts a 3,000-watt RMS amplifier and costs $6,000 (or $6,100 for a high gloss finish). Make your mind up soon -- she ships in October. [Warning: PDF read link]

Klein + Hummel intros O 810 and O 870 subwoofers

by Darren Murph posted Feb 21st 2008 at 8:05PM


Klein + Hummel has exposed a new duo of earth-shakers today, dubbed the O 810 and O 870. These subwoofers were designed for use in "music, broadcast, and post-production studios for tracking, mixing, and mastering," which means that they'll most certainly suffice in your humble (or not so humble) home theater setup. Interestingly, the press release fails to mention the difference between the two, power handling specifications or even what size the woofer is, but we do know that each unit will feature four-mode LFE channel processing, fourth order crossovers / flexible acoustical controls and built-in volume controls. Additionally, the subbies can handle frequencies down to 18Hz, and while no price is given (surprised?), we fully expect 'em to cater to the affluent sect.

Infinity and JBL's PS212W and CSS10W wireless subwoofers

by Conrad Quilty-Harper posted Sep 22nd 2007 at 4:02PM


Although the humble subwoofer is probably the least likely to require placement inside a space that's beyond cable reach -- or concealment -- thanks to its non-directional sound frequencies, JBL and Infinity have teamed up to solve the problem anyway. The PS212W is a 12-inch $679 400W sub with an included 2.4GHz wireless transmitter / receiver bundled: yes, that's 2.4GHz, the same frequency nearly all your other wireless kit uses. JBL's Cinema Sound CSS10W also uses this overused frequency for its wireless, but it's only 10-inch and 300W, and will retail at the lower price of $559 when it launches in January next year.

[Via Audio Junkies]




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