GoldenEar SuperSub XXL
Best premium bass for discerning audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts.
Experience powerful and accurate low-frequency bass with this compact powered subwoofer. It's engineered with dual 12-inch long-throw woofers and dual 13x15-inch passive radiators, all driven by a 1,000-watt RMS digital amplifier. Its unique 360-degree inertially-balanced driver and radiator design minimizes cabinet vibration for maximum room-filling output. The non-resonant cabinet and included isolation feet ensure deep, articulate bass performance, making it ideal for both home theater and music systems. Setup is flexible with stereo RCA and LFE inputs, plus rear-panel controls.
$1999.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
869
/ 10802
#869 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
+15%
Above average
Enclosure
Passive Radiator
/ Passive Radiator
Who it's for
- Audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts seeking pristine, impactful low-frequency reproduction.
- Consumers desiring reference-level bass performance without a massive, intrusive cabinet.
- Listeners who demand top-tier bass for both their music collection and movie nights.
Who should skip it
- Value-oriented shoppers or those with strict budget limitations for audio equipment.
- Novice users or those preferring a simple plug-and-play audio component.
- Individuals with very small listening rooms or apartments.
Performance breakdown
Low-Frequency Extension
Reaches subterranean depths that bring cinematic scale to any listening room.
Transient Response
Dual passive radiators deliver punchy, articulate bass without any lingering boominess.
Cabinet Inertia
Inertially-balanced design keeps the enclosure rock-solid even at high output levels.
Power Headroom
The 1,000-watt amplifier provides effortless dynamic range for demanding home theater peaks.
Integration Flexibility
Comprehensive rear-panel controls make blending with main speakers a straightforward process.
Build Integrity
Heavy, non-resonant construction ensures long-term durability and clean, distortion-free sound.
Key Specs
Enclosure
Passive Radiator
Woofer Size
12 inches
Amplifier Output
1000 watts RMS
Frequency Response
10-250 Hz
Preamp-Level Inputs
Stereo RCA/LFE
Height
17-9/16 inches
Width
19-1/16 inches
Depth
17-1/16 inches
Know before you buy
By placing the drivers and radiators in an opposing configuration, the cabinet remains stable and vibration-free even at high volumes. This ensures the bass sounds tight and articulate rather than muddy or distorted.
Yes, the SuperSub XXL is designed to be highly versatile. Its fast, accurate response makes it excellent for musical detail, while its 1,000-watt amplifier provides the deep, room-shaking impact required for cinematic sound effects.
Passive radiators allow the subwoofer to achieve extremely deep bass extension in a smaller cabinet size. Unlike ported designs, they eliminate the risk of port noise or 'chuffing' at high output levels.
You can connect via the LFE input for a dedicated subwoofer signal from a home theater receiver, or use the stereo RCA inputs if you are integrating it into a traditional two-channel music system.
Yes, it features an auto power on/off circuit that detects an incoming signal. It will wake up when it senses audio and power down after a period of inactivity to save energy.
The SuperSub XXL measures approximately 18 by 19 by 17 inches. Because it is inertially balanced and produces minimal cabinet vibration, you have more flexibility in placement compared to traditional subwoofers that might rattle on hard surfaces.
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