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# 8" Dynamic Balance woofer Compact 13"x12" footprint 300W peak power Polk Audio PSW111 8" Powered Subwoofer - Up to 300 Watt Amp | Big Bass in Compact Size | Easy Setup with Home Theater Systems Black

**Brand:** polk audio
**Price:** € 113.52
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Compact Powerhouse: Big Bass, Zero Compromise!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Polk Audio PSW111 8" Powered Subwoofer - Up to 300 Watt Amp | Big Bass in Compact Size | Easy Setup with Home Theater Systems Black by polk audio
- **How much does it cost?** € 113.52 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- polk audio enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted polk audio brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smart Volume Control:** Compression circuitry ensures crystal-clear sound even at max volume
- • **Precision-Tuned Audio:** Dynamic Balance woofer & downward-firing port for deep, distortion-free lows
- • **Sleek & Functional Design:** Detachable grille, multiple inputs, and phase toggle for tailored sound
- • **Seamless System Integration:** Timbre-matched with Polk speakers for effortless home theater upgrades
- • **Powerful Bass, Minimal Space:** Delivers room-shaking 300W peak bass in just over 1 sq ft footprint

## Overview

The Polk Audio PSW111 is an ultra-compact powered subwoofer featuring an 8" Dynamic Balance woofer and a 150W amplifier (300W peak) that delivers deep, punchy bass with minimal distortion. Designed to fit in tight spaces, it blends seamlessly with existing Polk speaker systems and offers versatile connectivity options. Its smart compression circuitry maintains clear sound at high volumes, making it a perfect upgrade for home theaters, gaming setups, and music lovers seeking powerful bass without bulk.

## Description

The PSW111 packs all the power of Polk Audio technology into just a little over a square foot. Experience the strongest bass in one of the smallest subwoofers you’ll ever find. Its 8" Dynamic Balance composite cone driver, special circuitry inside the amp and a solid MDF cabinet with internal bracings ensure clean, detailed lows, while limiting distortion. Features a powerful motor structure and a downward firing port that allows the sub to produce louder, deeper, punchier bass for an enhanced home theater experience. Connects easily to any system with pro-grade, unfiltered LFE, line and speaker inputs. Unique design keeps the PSW111 stable, steady and power efficient, even at extreme volume levels.

Review: Polk Audio PSW111 - UPDATE: 4yrs, 9mos in the future! I'm still using this sub daily, and I still recommend it (see end of review for extra info). I researched subs online for a month, and then finally decided on Polk's PSW111. I have since owned the PSW111 for 2 months; and thus far it has been great, working perfectly with my 5.1 surround sound system. I use it every day for at least 8 hours, listening to music and playing Xbox 360 games. The gun fire and explosions in Call of Duty 4 are made much more intense with the bass produced by the PSW111! I bought this sub because my Klipsch [sub] burnt out, and I had to go with NO bass for 9 long months! ...When I finally hooked up the PSW111 and heard the bass, I was so thoroughly pleased :D The sub isn't magnetically shielded, so I have to keep it away from most of my other electronics; but that's not a problem - because most subs are not shielded. I spent $50 on a gold plated-6" Monster cable, kinda funny since the sub itself only cost $200 (NOTE: I do NOT recommend buying expensive cables, because even cheap-o cables are equally good & effective). I live in a small apt, and it fits perfectly. I have the bass set at 1/2 power, and it is perfect for my ears. If you are a person who lives alone in a big house, this sub should still do you just fine, because maxing out the dial on the sub will create a room-shattering amount of bass. However, I'm not sure keeping the sub at max would be a good idea in the long term; for the life of the sub, but I'm no expert. Pros: + The sub is small, sexy looking and pretty damn powerful. + Built very solid, no rattling, no boomy sound whatsoever. + Xbox 360 games sound ridiculously amazing with the PSW111. Cons: - The PSW111 costs slightly more than its bigger 10" cousin. - Not magnetically shielded (but not many subs are so who cares). - It weighs more then it looks like it should, so I suppose that's kinda a positive thing! Conclusion: If you're looking for a small-sized, but still very powerful subwoofer, then this sub is HIGHLY recommended! I myself am a videophile, but I can attest that the PSW111 will please all you audiophiles. I recommend this product! UPDATE: October 2013, I'm just 3 months shy of using this sub for 5 years, and I still use it daily, and I still HIGHLY recommend it! It's a really well-rounded subwoofer, and was obviously built to last. My only regret was that I was a noob 4yrs ago and spent $50 on a Monster cable (go to monoprice(DOT)com if you want affordable cables)!
Review: Compact, punchy and works great with my Pioneer SP-FS52's - I wanted to add a small sub for more low end sound to my already amazing Pioneer SP-FS52 speakers. I didn't need to blow away the neighbors, but I was certainly missing that extra punch when watching movies and listening to certain genre's of music. The main criteria was that it be compact and affordable considering it was going into my main living area where my spouse was already giving me some grief about moving the Pioneer's there from my "former" media room now baby nursery. I considered the matching Pioneer SW-8MK2 but its size was a drawback and I felt I could get a little more for my money. Enter the PSW111. The sub's size allowed me to put it neatly in a corner so it isn't taking up any more space or drawing attention to itself. Price wise, it is currently about half off (close out price?) MSRP so it is an incredible value for what you are getting. I was a bit concerned given everything I read about this sub and how it was designed to match with smaller satellite speakers and sound bars. Again, I wasn't trying to blow away the neighbors and trying keep my spouse happy so I took a shot and ordered it. I am completely amazed and satisfied by how well this compact punchy sub complements the excellent midrange of the Pioneers. The sound is very seamless and tight. I can't speak to any distortion yet as I haven't demo'd the right material yet, but I expect it to do very well with 99% listening material at my preferred volume levels. Many have complained about the speaker failing after some use. I'm really hoping to dodge that bullet, but won't have a problem going through the warranty process should any issues arise.

## Features

- ULTRA-COMPACT POWERED SUBWOOFER FOR EXTRA PUNCHY BASS – An 8" Dynamic Balance woofer, specially-tuned downward-firing port & on-point speaker geometry helps deliver accurate bass with added depth that pumps up your movie, games and music experience.Waterproof : No
- LOUDER CLEARER SOUND EVEN AT EXTREME VOLUME LEVELS – Features smart compression circuitry that limits distortion and gives a more balanced & thrilling music experience with rich, deep sound, even at low frequencies
- HIGH-EFFICIENCY LOUDSPEAKER – Driven by a 150-watt amplifier (300W at peak), this sub is your answer to more power in a small footprint. It takes about one square foot of floor space and fills any room with incredible sound wherever you place it
- PERFECTLY BLENDS WITH YOUR EXISTING SYSTEM – Timbre-matched with other Polk speakers from TSI, RM & R/T/M Series, this sub hooks to any receiver. No hassles, no extra connections. Upgrade your home theater and entertainment
- A SLEEK DETACHABLE GRILLE on the front, along with LFE line-inputs, as well as speaker-level inputs and outputs on the back, and Low-Pass Filter & Phase Toggle Switch, make this sub COHESIVE & COMPLETE, especially at this price

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000P0528U |
| Audio Driver Size | 8 Inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #669,124 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #945 in Home Audio Subwoofers |
| Color | Black |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Customer Package Type | Frustration-Free Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (645) |
| Date First Available | October 2, 2001 |
| Department | Grocery & Gourmet Food |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00747192117757 |
| Impedance | 1 Ohms |
| Included Components | Black powered subwoofer, Grille (installed), 8' Detachable power cord, 4 Rubber insert feet, Owner's Manual, Online registration card, Rubber feet installation diagram |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Waterproof | False |
| Item Weight | 21 pounds |
| Item model number | AM1145-C 4 |
| Manufacturer | Polk Audio |
| Model Name | PSW111B |
| Mounting Type | Floor Mount |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 13"D x 12.13"W x 14"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Compression,Volume |
| Series Number | 11 |
| Speaker Size | 8 Inches |
| Speaker Type | Subwoofer |
| Special Feature | Bass Boost, Waterproof |
| Style | Single |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 8 Inches |
| UPC | 747192117757 683192101450 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Woofer Diameter | 8 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Surround
- **Brand:** Polk Audio
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wired
- **Frequency Response:** 250 Hz
- **Speaker Maximum Output Power:** 300 Watts

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: They don't have any pictures of the back.  Is it powered?**
A: Yes it is powered.  Wattage is 300watts. It takes RCA input for signal.

**Q: I need instruction on how i hook up my polk psw111 8" subwoofer to my yamaha r-n602 reciever. please!:)**
A: If your Yamaha receiver has a “sub out” jack, which most of the newer ones do- then you plug the cable into your receiver sub out jack and the other end plug into the Polk Subwoofer “line in” jack on the back. You only need 1 cable and use the Right “R” jack, as it is Mono anyway....so you do not need a Left “L” jack plug at all.

**Q: I have powered bookshelf without sub out that connects directly to pc via toslink. how do i go about connecting this sub to my system?**
A: PSW111 has connection for regular speaketres  in and out . If you do not have sub out in the amplifier, instead of connecting the AMP directly to to your regular R and L speakers:
1) Connect AMP speaker cables to the connection "IN"  in the  back of the PSW111
2) Connect the speakers to the connection "OUT" in the back of the PSW11 
I used it that way to experiment. You get the bass through  the sub and the regular frequencies through your other speakers. The sound very nice..  ( but you can connect only two speakers to the PSW111) 
I hope  I did not confuse you.

**Q: How does this compare to Klipsch SW-350? Would it work well with Klipsch Quintet V speakers?**
A: I used this sub in a set up for my parents in a small room 12x15 with a Denon AVR and Polk speakers. It's not a bad sounding sub considering it's size, power, & price.  However it is limited in the sound it can produced compared to a full size sub. I would only use this in a small room (corner placement) and do not except deep rumbling base. With that said I was pleasantly surprised by the sound it did produce.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Polk Audio PSW111
*by E***D on March 3, 2009*

UPDATE: 4yrs, 9mos in the future! I'm still using this sub daily, and I still recommend it (see end of review for extra info). I researched subs online for a month, and then finally decided on Polk's PSW111. I have since owned the PSW111 for 2 months; and thus far it has been great, working perfectly with my 5.1 surround sound system. I use it every day for at least 8 hours, listening to music and playing Xbox 360 games. The gun fire and explosions in Call of Duty 4 are made much more intense with the bass produced by the PSW111! I bought this sub because my Klipsch [sub] burnt out, and I had to go with NO bass for 9 long months! ...When I finally hooked up the PSW111 and heard the bass, I was so thoroughly pleased :D The sub isn't magnetically shielded, so I have to keep it away from most of my other electronics; but that's not a problem - because most subs are not shielded. I spent $50 on a gold plated-6" Monster cable, kinda funny since the sub itself only cost $200 (NOTE: I do NOT recommend buying expensive cables, because even cheap-o cables are equally good & effective). I live in a small apt, and it fits perfectly. I have the bass set at 1/2 power, and it is perfect for my ears. If you are a person who lives alone in a big house, this sub should still do you just fine, because maxing out the dial on the sub will create a room-shattering amount of bass. However, I'm not sure keeping the sub at max would be a good idea in the long term; for the life of the sub, but I'm no expert. Pros: + The sub is small, sexy looking and pretty damn powerful. + Built very solid, no rattling, no boomy sound whatsoever. + Xbox 360 games sound ridiculously amazing with the PSW111. Cons: - The PSW111 costs slightly more than its bigger 10" cousin. - Not magnetically shielded (but not many subs are so who cares). - It weighs more then it looks like it should, so I suppose that's kinda a positive thing! Conclusion: If you're looking for a small-sized, but still very powerful subwoofer, then this sub is HIGHLY recommended! I myself am a videophile, but I can attest that the PSW111 will please all you audiophiles. I recommend this product! UPDATE: October 2013, I'm just 3 months shy of using this sub for 5 years, and I still use it daily, and I still HIGHLY recommend it! It's a really well-rounded subwoofer, and was obviously built to last. My only regret was that I was a noob 4yrs ago and spent $50 on a Monster cable (go to monoprice(DOT)com if you want affordable cables)!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Compact, punchy and works great with my Pioneer SP-FS52's
*by R***D on September 4, 2014*

I wanted to add a small sub for more low end sound to my already amazing Pioneer SP-FS52 speakers. I didn't need to blow away the neighbors, but I was certainly missing that extra punch when watching movies and listening to certain genre's of music. The main criteria was that it be compact and affordable considering it was going into my main living area where my spouse was already giving me some grief about moving the Pioneer's there from my "former" media room now baby nursery. I considered the matching Pioneer SW-8MK2 but its size was a drawback and I felt I could get a little more for my money. Enter the PSW111. The sub's size allowed me to put it neatly in a corner so it isn't taking up any more space or drawing attention to itself. Price wise, it is currently about half off (close out price?) MSRP so it is an incredible value for what you are getting. I was a bit concerned given everything I read about this sub and how it was designed to match with smaller satellite speakers and sound bars. Again, I wasn't trying to blow away the neighbors and trying keep my spouse happy so I took a shot and ordered it. I am completely amazed and satisfied by how well this compact punchy sub complements the excellent midrange of the Pioneers. The sound is very seamless and tight. I can't speak to any distortion yet as I haven't demo'd the right material yet, but I expect it to do very well with 99% listening material at my preferred volume levels. Many have complained about the speaker failing after some use. I'm really hoping to dodge that bullet, but won't have a problem going through the warranty process should any issues arise.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ very very pleased
*by J***R on March 19, 2009*

This is a very nice subwoofer for the price. I will say it is a bit larger then some will lead you to believe, but considering other subwoofers that take up more space, this works nicely. If you are in possesion of a very good set of speakers, the polk audio subwoofer can add to it nicely, so much so that a receiver is not necessary if you don't happen to have one. It has its own back connections, so other speakers can be added to it from the subwoofer itself. Sound wise, it gives a nice clean thump and adds to the overall home theater experience. The only con I can find is that the buttons to adjust the base are at the back, and a volume control on discretly on the front or side would have been a big help so make sure you position is right so it can be easily reached. All in all, it took 10 minutes to set up, and five of that was just to place it, one audio plug in and out, and your ready to go. The best part, though my speakers are JVC, the JVC remote can turn my subwoofer on and off with the click of a button, which is nice. All in all I am pleased and would highly recommend it. UPDATE FOR 2013 STILL GOING STRONG! I have had it since 2009 and I love it, and use it daily. The sound the bass puts out with the clarity used to get me in trouble with my neighbors and my wife would complain it was too loud when we were in an apt, now we are in a house, and I can enjoy it turned up all the way with very little feedback. PS, Batman Arkham Origins sounds awesome pumping through this thing!!! I still highly recommend it. This thing is a tank. UPDATE. ITS ANOTHER TWO YEARS LATER AND STILL GOING STRONG, EVEN AS MY AUDIO COMPONENTS AROUND IT CHANGE.

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