AVReview Group test: Subwoofers (Kef, MJ Acoustics, REL & Tannoy)

[Marcel_T.]

By Alvin Gold
   
Subwoofers as a breed are generally much better now than they were just a few years ago. Most are more compact, and rely less on reflex ports to ensure respectable bass extension, which generally means a smoother, better behaved bass from designs that don't take up disproportionate amounts of space. It also means easier set-up and less 'room boom', especially in stereo music systems (where subwoofers have traditionally often failed to sound at home), though careful set-up once the subwoofer is fully run is still essential.

This test covers four models, costing from £250 - £600, that should suit a wide range of systems designed for either stereo or multichannel replay - or both.

KEF PSW3500



MJ Acoustics Pro 50 Mk II



REL T2



Tannoy TS8



Final verdict
Each of the four models can be used in combined stereo and multichannel systems, though the REL and the MJ Acoustics modes are particularly well endowed for this, with dedicated volume controls for the two applications.
The KEF PSW3500 delivers the deepest and most powerful bass, but it is large and will intrude in many domestic situations, while the MJ Acoustics and Tannoy models are severely prejudiced by the low cost engineering and lack of physical stature. In many ways the REL T2 is the best thought through of the group, and so takes the honours.

Group test winner: REL T2


Lees de volledige test op: http://www.avreview.co.uk/news/article/mps/UAN/1004/v/1/sp/634163444837222730492

[El Penumbra]

Leuke test. Het design van die REL is wel anders. Moet je van houden zullen we maar zeggen. 

[Marcel_T.]

Tja, ik ben nog bezig met het verwerken...

Was ie er ook niet in het wit?

[El Penumbra]

Tja, ik ben nog bezig met het verwerken...

Was ie er ook niet in het wit?

Jawel maar die is € 400,- duurder. Design by Jan de Bouvrie.....

[Marcel_T.]

Jawel maar die is € 400,- duurder. Design by Jan de Bouvrie.....

Dit vraagt om een plaatje

[El Penumbra]

Ik zag op de website ook de B-serie. Daar had ik nog niets over gehoord.

Weet iemand daar prijzen van?

[Stadium III]

de prijzen weet ik ook nog niet maat de T en B serie's zijn nieuwste
En jah het moet je smaak zijn
Ik blijf bij mijn stadium

Stadium III