Plenty of plus-points in both looks and sound, but there are more meticulous subs around
The ASW610 sounds bigger than it looks and more expensive than its price-tag
Forceful low frequencies at any volume level, but hamstrung rather by vague timing
There’s nothing wrong with what this Tannoy does – it differentiates bass notes well and is able to start and stop promptly – but the overall signature is altogether too tentative. Which is the last thing you want from a subwoofer
This subwoofer isn't short of drive and attack but is lacking finesse where it's needed.
An almost elemental subwoofer from one of the established experts – a big, square, black box with a whacking great driver occupying the front panel
A handsome, cuboidal little fellow that can be used in a forward or downward-firing configuration
The SPL-1500R isn’t small or cheap, but it is very good
There’s more to this beast than blunt force
With its compact dimensions and affordable price, the Pro 50 MkII is a real gem