Kenwood KSC-SW1 Powered enclosed subwoofer Zoom Front Video loading and will display in just a moment. Photos Videos My vehicle's homepage We don't check this item for fit or compatibility. Item# 113KSCSW1 offer details Item# 113KSCSW1 Review Summary 77 people say DISCONTINUED This item is no longer available to purchase. Contact us for other options Call Email Shop all Powered Subwoofers Looking for a similar item? Kenwood KSC-SW10 $249.99 By buying this product you'll earn up to 250 Rewards points. When you sign up for a Crutchfield account, you’ll be enrolled in Crutchfield Rewards. You’ll earn one point for every dollar you spend on gear from us. You can turn your points into Rewards Cards that you can use toward future purchases. You can sign up for an account now, or after you complete your purchase (you’ll get credit for the points either way). Overview Details Customer Reviews Category Info Accessories Our take on the Kenwood KSC-SW1 by Ken Nail Who needs a powered subwoofer? To produce bass, you need a sub, an enclosure, and an amplifier, and it can be little tricky to match them all up. A powered sub eliminates all the hassle, as the manufacturer designs the enclosure to house the sub and amp together. This all-in-one solution is especially useful in smaller vehicles, where there's no room to mount a separate amp, or in any vehicle where you need every bit of cargo space. Powered subs range from small, flat boxes that fit under your seat to larger boxes that go in your trunk. Kenwood's KSC-SW1 subwoofer may be just what you need if you're looking for more bass, but don't have space for a conventional sub box or powered sub. This compact sub features an amplifier that pushes 150 watts max to a 6-1/2" woofer, with a 6-1/2" passive radiator built in for good measure. It's all housed in a rugged, low-profile enclosure that will fit just about anywhere. The passive radiator technology is one of the keys to the surprisingly big sound of the KSC-SW1. Air pressure from the powered woofer moves the unpowered 6-1/2" radiator, augmenting the bass response. Both subs are housed in a non-resonant cabinet with a rigid aluminum die-cast back panel. The rigid cabinet reduces vibrations that distort the output of the speakers, so you'll enjoy clean bass. Kenwood has included a wiring harness that includes a power and ground cables, speaker input wires, and a fuse. Included mounting brackets help you mount the KSC-SW1 securely. And, the wired remote control lets you adjust the level, phase, and the low-pass filter settings right from the front seat. Highlights:powered, enclosed subwoofer with 6-1/2" driver and 6-1/2" passive radiatorbuilt-in amplifier: 38 watts RMS power (150 watts maximum)frequency response: 35-150 Hzwired remote for control over:volume level controlvariable low-pass crossover (50-120 Hz)selectable phase control (0°, 180°)power/ground wiring harness with 10A in-line fusepreamp (RCA) and speaker-level inputsdimensions: 15-3/4"W x 3-11/16"H x 9-1/16"Dwarranty: 1 yearOur 60-day money-back guarantee Hands-on research from the Crutchfield Labs (what are the Labs?) Features and specs chart | What’s in the box? | In-depth notes Features and Specs Features and Specs General Enclosure Type Loading... Passive Radiator Finish Material Loading... Poly Grille Loading... Metal Connector Type Loading... RCA/Molex Bi-amp Inputs Loading... No Woofer Size (inches) Loading... 6.5 Woofer Material Loading... Poly Passive Radiator Loading... 6.5 Width Loading... 15-3/4" Height Loading... 3-11/16" Depth Loading... 9-1/16" Second Depth Loading... N/A Parts Warranty Loading... 1 Year Labor Warranty Loading... 1 Year Specifications Frequency Response Loading... 35-150 Hz Amplifier Power (RMS) Loading... 38 watts Maximum Wattage Loading... 150 watts Sensitivity Loading... --- Impedance Loading... --- Second Voice Coil Impedance Loading... --- Crossover Point Loading... 50-120 Product Research Product Research What's in the box? Download owner's manual Amplified subwoofer Wired remote bass control with attached 19-3/4' flat cable (terminates into an RJ-14 plug) 19" RCA patch cord extension (with stereo female RCA jacks on one end and right angle stereo male RCA plugs on the other end) 19-3/4' Power/Ground/Remote/Speaker input harness (with a 10-pin Molex plug on one end) 2 Rubber cushions (2-3/8" square x 3/4" thick) 3/8" x 1" Self-adhesive Velcro strip 6 Hex/Phillips-head self-tapping screws (5mm x 16mm) 6 Machine screws (M4 x 6mm) 2 Metal side-mount brackets 2 Metal horizontal-mount brackets Metal cable support Instruction Manual Warranty card Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team — they open the box, verify contents, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Features Controls Connections Features Product Overview: The KSC-SW1 amplified subwoofer features a 150-watt (75 watts Peak x 2) amp, a dual voice coil 6-1/2" concave woofer, and a 6-1/2" concave passive radiator, all housed in a rugged, ultra-compact enclosure that will fit just about anywhere. The KSC-SW1 creates impressive bass through passive radiator technology. Air pressure from the powered 6-1/2" woofer moves the 6-1/2" passive radiator, augmenting the bass response. Wired Remote Control: The wired remote control provides fingertip control over your low frequencies. You can raise and lower the bass level and the crossover point, plus switch the phase from 0° to 180°. The remote control can be attached anywhere using the supplied Velcro strip. Mounting Options: The subwoofer, with it's 3-11/16" height, can be mounted flat under a seat in the passenger compartment, or in the trunk. With the included brackets, the subwoofer can be mounted on its side in the trunk or in the cargo area of an SUV. Mounting Notes: The side bracket extends the overall depth to 4-3/8". If the upper screw holes are used, the side bracket raises the overall height to 10". The horizontal mount brackets extend the overall depth to 11-3/8" Cable Management: Even though the connections are on the bottom, the unit mounts completely flat thanks to a 1-3/4" wide and 3/8" deep groove in the bottom for cable management. Controls Wired Remote Control: Phase: 2-way switch to select the phase of the subwoofer (0° or 180°) Frequency: rotary dial to control the low pass filter frequency (range: 50 to 120 Hz) Level: rotary dial to control the volume level of the subwoofer Note: There are no controls on the subwoofer. Connections Bottom of Woofer: Power/Speaker Input: 10-pin jack for use with supplied harness Remote: 6-pin jack for use with supplied wired remote Line In: stereo RCA jacks Product Reviews Review Summary Average Customer Review: 77 people say: 5 Star: (44) 4 Star: (24) 3 Star: (5) 2 Star: (3) 1 Star: (1) Review this product Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences about this product. Please be sure to focus your comments on the product itself. Read our Review Guidelines for more information. Review title * Email * Please include your email* Please enter a valid email address. Your email won't be visible. Please use the email address that is associated with your order. 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Written By Al, Richmond, VA on Friday, June 23, 2006 Although I got this unit as a present, I must say that it really adds a punch to the existing factory DVD/CD system in my '05 Honda Odessey. I wasn't looking for trunk rattling BASE that was going to annoy the peace out of my traffic-light neighbour. If you are looking for one like that, PLEASE DON'T READ FURTHER.I'm surprised and I'm sorry that some recent reviews didn't sound happy about this Sub......However after installation, with a little tweaking of the controls, I was pleasently surprised with the effect of the Sub. Truly, it sounds rich, sophisticated and good enough for one, to feel the punch all the way to the front seat in the Odessey with a small rise in the volume. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO SET THE CONTROLS RIGHT AND YOU MAY FIND YOURSELF TWEEKING IT NOW AND THEN WHEN YOU CHANGE CD'S. It does not bother me since the raised calibtation on the nobs help me to clearly identify where the setting is, so I don't even have to look at the nobs when I'm driving. My existing factory system is pretty good with excellent treble and mid and this sub made it just right, making it sound in general, better than the Bose system in my '03 ML320. All in all I'm glad I got this unit, for its size, sound and portability. By portability I mean, I have left about 18" of extra length on the cord connecting to the sub and velcro-taped the sub to the storage bin in the back, so when I fold the seat down, I can remove the sub and place it on the seat(which now becomes the floor). I'm really happy and would recommend this to anyone who is looking for some sophisticated BASE. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Kenwood KSC-SW1 Written By scottyp, ny on Wednesday, June 28, 2006 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. This unit pumps out plenty of bass for your normal person, for such a small unit. Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Outstanding Compact Sub Written By Michael, Littleton, CO on Monday, June 12, 2006 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. I purchased this product wanting a little more bass than my stock speakers on my 1998 full size crew cab truck. I only had room for a small sub, under the back seat and this one fit just perfect. After reading the reviews, I expected decent improvement in bass, nothing earth shattering. At the same time I purchased a new head unit that had sub controls. Once dialed in , I was really impressed how much bass this small, 150 watt, 6" driver and passive radiator performed. I was truley impressed how much better the sound was using my stock speakers with the new sub. True, it does not thump you in the chest like two 12" subs with a 1000 watt amp, but for the power and size it is great. One problem I had is, right after hooking it up I could not get the unit to turn on because, since I had sub controls built in the head unit, I thought I did not need the remote control that came with the unit. It turns out that even if you don't intend on using it, it must be plugged into the sub. Like all guys, I did not read the instructions on this, but it is in the booklet. This is a great little unit!Also, thank you Crutchfield for all the "little" extra items I needed to install this, along with the installations instructions for my vehicle. You do a great job. 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Good Value Written By John, Houston, TX on Wednesday, May 31, 2006 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. I am impressed. I wanted to enhance my Toyota Tacoma Extended Cab bass, and this has done such a good job I'm getting another for my Sunfire. It certainly fills the bill for smaller vehicles, and for "enhancing" the existing bass, you couldn't do better. You won't win any contests with it, but you'll have some crisp affordable bass that's easy to install all wrapped up in a $250 package. (I also have another car with a 12: woffer and dedicated amp in a custom enclisure. This isn't as much bass, but it's a lot less expensive too!) Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Kenwood KSC-SW1 Written By Kevin, Alpharetta, GA on Saturday, September 17, 2005 I purchased this only after reading the reviews and was completely won over once it was installed. The reviews were very accurate and I only wish I had not bought a new in-dash system, door speakers and amplifier before trying this product. Had I done so, I might have saved a bit of money! I have a Suburban and could never get a deep enough sound out of the 6" door speakers, but now the sound is complete and I can enjoy those long drives. 3 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Great! Written By Nicholas, Woodstown, NJ on Thursday, June 29, 2006 I originally wasn't going to add a subwolfer to my 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. But after replacing the speakers, the head unit, and the amp... I figured I might as well. I need all of my cargo space, so this was my only real option. I pulled the trigger figuring that if I didn't like it, I'd send it back with Crutchfield's lovely RMA process. The unit fits perfectly under the rear right seat. Its snug enough that I don't even have to bolt it down. It puts out a very full punchy sound for its size. It really fills out your sound. It's not intended for block thumping bass, but for your vehicle only... and for that.. it's great. I ended up running the subwolfer out from my Pioneer DEH-P7800MP. From there, I can do all of the tweaking needed. I left the sub remote under the seat with the sub as I don't need to constantly adjust the sub itself. I set the level to MAX and the crossover to full range, and then I can adjust it from the head unit. 6 out of 7 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Just what I wanted Written By Jason, Saline, MI on Wednesday, November 30, 2005 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. My priority for a subwoofer in my 2006 Subaru Impreza wagon was that it not take up any usable cargo space, which limited me to an underseat design. I accepted going into the purchase that it couldn't deliver huge booming bass the way a big enclosure with a 12" woofer could. It does do a great job of filling in the lows that the stock door speakers just can't handle. For my predominantly rock and folk tastes, it does a fine job.Installation was very easy. My only complaint is that Kenwood didn't put a ring terminal on the end of the battery wire, forcing me to cut their terminal off and use a bare wire connection. 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 Made my Dad happy Written By Shane, Buchanan, MI on Thursday, July 14, 2005 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. I bought this for my dad for Father's day to put in his 1979 rx-7. We were going to hide it in a storage compartment, but decided to display it in the rear because it looked so good. After we installed it, which was easy, we cranked her up to see what she could do. Not near as loud as my 10's, but it was very clear, and it made my dad happy. 8 out of 9 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 good bass for an 81 dodge pickup Written By vance, rexburg idaho on Sunday, September 03, 2006 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. this sub is a very good choice if space is limited and you want to fill in the low end of your sound. a stereo in my truck is playing music in a tin can. my regular speakers set to play the midrange tones and this kenwood sub works out great. nice solid bass no rattles no distortion unless i really crank up the volume. just right for my pickup and my moderate volume listening. i like and value crutchfiels tech people it's nice to know their there if you need them. they stand behind their products. Was this review helpful? Yes | No 5 out of 5 In a word- Fantastic Written By Paul, Columbus, Indiana on Saturday, September 03, 2005 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. I have always been partial to Kenwood car stereos, and this purchase just confirmed why. This is a great little sub. If your looking to blow your neighbors windows out, this is not the sub for you. If you are looking for a very clean, clear, deep tight bass enhancement, this is the perfect choice, and it fits under the seat. I combined this with a Kenwood KDC-MP4028, hooked to the sub-out. I was a little concerned at first that this 6-1/2 (has an active and passive speaker), thin sub might not be "really" what I was looking for, but boy was I pleasantly pleased. GREAT, GREAT, GREAT, GREAT Product! 5 out of 6 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? 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InstallCard: Amp or Equalizer Prepaid professional amplifier or EQ installation $79.99 Special Return Policy Stereo Patch Cables If you are using the pre amp inputs on this powered sub, better quality cables will improve the sound. StreetWires Zero Noise 5 Stereo Patch Cables High-performance cables with superior noise rejection (16.4-foot) $29.99 In Stock StreetWires Zero Noise 5 Stereo Patch Cables High-performance cables with superior noise rejection (11.5-foot) $24.99 In Stock StreetWires Zero Noise 5 Stereo Patch Cables High-performance cables with superior noise rejection (6.5-foot) $19.99 In Stock Add selected to cart For a more in-depth review and enhanced detailed information on the Kenwood KSC-SW1, please visit the Crutchfield website product page (/ISEO-rccbcspd/p_113KSCSW1/Kenwood-KSC-SW1.html ). Sorry, the Kenwood KSC-SW1 is no longer available for purchase. Shop all Powered Subwoofers Looking for a similar item? Kenwood KSC-SW10 $249.99 39 people say Or, you can still... 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Our take on the Kenwood KSC-SW1 by Ken Nail Who needs a powered subwoofer? To produce bass, you need a sub, an enclosure, and an amplifier, and it can be little tricky to match them all up. A powered sub eliminates all the hassle, as the manufacturer designs the enclosure to house the sub and amp together. This all-in-one solution is especially useful in smaller vehicles, where there's no room to mount a separate amp, or in any vehicle where you need every bit of cargo space. Powered subs range from small, flat boxes that fit under your seat to larger boxes that go in your trunk. Kenwood's KSC-SW1 subwoofer may be just what you need if you're looking for more bass, but don't have space for a conventional sub box or powered sub. This compact sub features an amplifier that pushes 150 watts max to a 6-1/2" woofer, with a 6-1/2" passive radiator built in for good measure. It's all housed in a rugged, low-profile enclosure that will fit just about anywhere. The passive radiator technology is one of the keys to the surprisingly big sound of the KSC-SW1. Air pressure from the powered woofer moves the unpowered 6-1/2" radiator, augmenting the bass response. Both subs are housed in a non-resonant cabinet with a rigid aluminum die-cast back panel. The rigid cabinet reduces vibrations that distort the output of the speakers, so you'll enjoy clean bass. Kenwood has included a wiring harness that includes a power and ground cables, speaker input wires, and a fuse. Included mounting brackets help you mount the KSC-SW1 securely. And, the wired remote control lets you adjust the level, phase, and the low-pass filter settings right from the front seat. Highlights:powered, enclosed subwoofer with 6-1/2" driver and 6-1/2" passive radiatorbuilt-in amplifier: 38 watts RMS power (150 watts maximum)frequency response: 35-150 Hzwired remote for control over:volume level controlvariable low-pass crossover (50-120 Hz)selectable phase control (0°, 180°)power/ground wiring harness with 10A in-line fusepreamp (RCA) and speaker-level inputsdimensions: 15-3/4"W x 3-11/16"H x 9-1/16"Dwarranty: 1 yearOur 60-day money-back guarantee
Hands-on research from the Crutchfield Labs (what are the Labs?) Features and specs chart | What’s in the box? | In-depth notes Features and Specs Features and Specs General Enclosure Type Loading... Passive Radiator Finish Material Loading... Poly Grille Loading... Metal Connector Type Loading... RCA/Molex Bi-amp Inputs Loading... No Woofer Size (inches) Loading... 6.5 Woofer Material Loading... Poly Passive Radiator Loading... 6.5 Width Loading... 15-3/4" Height Loading... 3-11/16" Depth Loading... 9-1/16" Second Depth Loading... N/A Parts Warranty Loading... 1 Year Labor Warranty Loading... 1 Year Specifications Frequency Response Loading... 35-150 Hz Amplifier Power (RMS) Loading... 38 watts Maximum Wattage Loading... 150 watts Sensitivity Loading... --- Impedance Loading... --- Second Voice Coil Impedance Loading... --- Crossover Point Loading... 50-120 Product Research Product Research What's in the box? Download owner's manual Amplified subwoofer Wired remote bass control with attached 19-3/4' flat cable (terminates into an RJ-14 plug) 19" RCA patch cord extension (with stereo female RCA jacks on one end and right angle stereo male RCA plugs on the other end) 19-3/4' Power/Ground/Remote/Speaker input harness (with a 10-pin Molex plug on one end) 2 Rubber cushions (2-3/8" square x 3/4" thick) 3/8" x 1" Self-adhesive Velcro strip 6 Hex/Phillips-head self-tapping screws (5mm x 16mm) 6 Machine screws (M4 x 6mm) 2 Metal side-mount brackets 2 Metal horizontal-mount brackets Metal cable support Instruction Manual Warranty card Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team — they open the box, verify contents, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Features Controls Connections Features Product Overview: The KSC-SW1 amplified subwoofer features a 150-watt (75 watts Peak x 2) amp, a dual voice coil 6-1/2" concave woofer, and a 6-1/2" concave passive radiator, all housed in a rugged, ultra-compact enclosure that will fit just about anywhere. The KSC-SW1 creates impressive bass through passive radiator technology. Air pressure from the powered 6-1/2" woofer moves the 6-1/2" passive radiator, augmenting the bass response. Wired Remote Control: The wired remote control provides fingertip control over your low frequencies. You can raise and lower the bass level and the crossover point, plus switch the phase from 0° to 180°. The remote control can be attached anywhere using the supplied Velcro strip. Mounting Options: The subwoofer, with it's 3-11/16" height, can be mounted flat under a seat in the passenger compartment, or in the trunk. With the included brackets, the subwoofer can be mounted on its side in the trunk or in the cargo area of an SUV. Mounting Notes: The side bracket extends the overall depth to 4-3/8". If the upper screw holes are used, the side bracket raises the overall height to 10". The horizontal mount brackets extend the overall depth to 11-3/8" Cable Management: Even though the connections are on the bottom, the unit mounts completely flat thanks to a 1-3/4" wide and 3/8" deep groove in the bottom for cable management. Controls Wired Remote Control: Phase: 2-way switch to select the phase of the subwoofer (0° or 180°) Frequency: rotary dial to control the low pass filter frequency (range: 50 to 120 Hz) Level: rotary dial to control the volume level of the subwoofer Note: There are no controls on the subwoofer. Connections Bottom of Woofer: Power/Speaker Input: 10-pin jack for use with supplied harness Remote: 6-pin jack for use with supplied wired remote Line In: stereo RCA jacks
5 out of 5 PERFECT.........!!!!! Written By Al, Richmond, VA on Friday, June 23, 2006 Although I got this unit as a present, I must say that it really adds a punch to the existing factory DVD/CD system in my '05 Honda Odessey. I wasn't looking for trunk rattling BASE that was going to annoy the peace out of my traffic-light neighbour. If you are looking for one like that, PLEASE DON'T READ FURTHER.I'm surprised and I'm sorry that some recent reviews didn't sound happy about this Sub......However after installation, with a little tweaking of the controls, I was pleasently surprised with the effect of the Sub. Truly, it sounds rich, sophisticated and good enough for one, to feel the punch all the way to the front seat in the Odessey with a small rise in the volume. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO SET THE CONTROLS RIGHT AND YOU MAY FIND YOURSELF TWEEKING IT NOW AND THEN WHEN YOU CHANGE CD'S. It does not bother me since the raised calibtation on the nobs help me to clearly identify where the setting is, so I don't even have to look at the nobs when I'm driving. My existing factory system is pretty good with excellent treble and mid and this sub made it just right, making it sound in general, better than the Bose system in my '03 ML320. All in all I'm glad I got this unit, for its size, sound and portability. By portability I mean, I have left about 18" of extra length on the cord connecting to the sub and velcro-taped the sub to the storage bin in the back, so when I fold the seat down, I can remove the sub and place it on the seat(which now becomes the floor). I'm really happy and would recommend this to anyone who is looking for some sophisticated BASE. 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Kenwood KSC-SW1 Written By scottyp, ny on Wednesday, June 28, 2006 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. This unit pumps out plenty of bass for your normal person, for such a small unit. Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Outstanding Compact Sub Written By Michael, Littleton, CO on Monday, June 12, 2006 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. I purchased this product wanting a little more bass than my stock speakers on my 1998 full size crew cab truck. I only had room for a small sub, under the back seat and this one fit just perfect. After reading the reviews, I expected decent improvement in bass, nothing earth shattering. At the same time I purchased a new head unit that had sub controls. Once dialed in , I was really impressed how much bass this small, 150 watt, 6" driver and passive radiator performed. I was truley impressed how much better the sound was using my stock speakers with the new sub. True, it does not thump you in the chest like two 12" subs with a 1000 watt amp, but for the power and size it is great. One problem I had is, right after hooking it up I could not get the unit to turn on because, since I had sub controls built in the head unit, I thought I did not need the remote control that came with the unit. It turns out that even if you don't intend on using it, it must be plugged into the sub. Like all guys, I did not read the instructions on this, but it is in the booklet. This is a great little unit!Also, thank you Crutchfield for all the "little" extra items I needed to install this, along with the installations instructions for my vehicle. You do a great job. 3 out of 3 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Good Value Written By John, Houston, TX on Wednesday, May 31, 2006 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. I am impressed. I wanted to enhance my Toyota Tacoma Extended Cab bass, and this has done such a good job I'm getting another for my Sunfire. It certainly fills the bill for smaller vehicles, and for "enhancing" the existing bass, you couldn't do better. You won't win any contests with it, but you'll have some crisp affordable bass that's easy to install all wrapped up in a $250 package. (I also have another car with a 12: woffer and dedicated amp in a custom enclisure. This isn't as much bass, but it's a lot less expensive too!) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Kenwood KSC-SW1 Written By Kevin, Alpharetta, GA on Saturday, September 17, 2005 I purchased this only after reading the reviews and was completely won over once it was installed. The reviews were very accurate and I only wish I had not bought a new in-dash system, door speakers and amplifier before trying this product. Had I done so, I might have saved a bit of money! I have a Suburban and could never get a deep enough sound out of the 6" door speakers, but now the sound is complete and I can enjoy those long drives. 3 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Great! Written By Nicholas, Woodstown, NJ on Thursday, June 29, 2006 I originally wasn't going to add a subwolfer to my 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. But after replacing the speakers, the head unit, and the amp... I figured I might as well. I need all of my cargo space, so this was my only real option. I pulled the trigger figuring that if I didn't like it, I'd send it back with Crutchfield's lovely RMA process. The unit fits perfectly under the rear right seat. Its snug enough that I don't even have to bolt it down. It puts out a very full punchy sound for its size. It really fills out your sound. It's not intended for block thumping bass, but for your vehicle only... and for that.. it's great. I ended up running the subwolfer out from my Pioneer DEH-P7800MP. From there, I can do all of the tweaking needed. I left the sub remote under the seat with the sub as I don't need to constantly adjust the sub itself. I set the level to MAX and the crossover to full range, and then I can adjust it from the head unit. 6 out of 7 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Just what I wanted Written By Jason, Saline, MI on Wednesday, November 30, 2005 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. My priority for a subwoofer in my 2006 Subaru Impreza wagon was that it not take up any usable cargo space, which limited me to an underseat design. I accepted going into the purchase that it couldn't deliver huge booming bass the way a big enclosure with a 12" woofer could. It does do a great job of filling in the lows that the stock door speakers just can't handle. For my predominantly rock and folk tastes, it does a fine job.Installation was very easy. My only complaint is that Kenwood didn't put a ring terminal on the end of the battery wire, forcing me to cut their terminal off and use a bare wire connection. 4 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 Made my Dad happy Written By Shane, Buchanan, MI on Thursday, July 14, 2005 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. I bought this for my dad for Father's day to put in his 1979 rx-7. We were going to hide it in a storage compartment, but decided to display it in the rear because it looked so good. After we installed it, which was easy, we cranked her up to see what she could do. Not near as loud as my 10's, but it was very clear, and it made my dad happy. 8 out of 9 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 good bass for an 81 dodge pickup Written By vance, rexburg idaho on Sunday, September 03, 2006 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. this sub is a very good choice if space is limited and you want to fill in the low end of your sound. a stereo in my truck is playing music in a tin can. my regular speakers set to play the midrange tones and this kenwood sub works out great. nice solid bass no rattles no distortion unless i really crank up the volume. just right for my pickup and my moderate volume listening. i like and value crutchfiels tech people it's nice to know their there if you need them. they stand behind their products. Was this review helpful? Yes | No
5 out of 5 In a word- Fantastic Written By Paul, Columbus, Indiana on Saturday, September 03, 2005 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Crutchfield Customer Review The reviewer purchased this item from us, verified by the email address on the order. I have always been partial to Kenwood car stereos, and this purchase just confirmed why. This is a great little sub. If your looking to blow your neighbors windows out, this is not the sub for you. If you are looking for a very clean, clear, deep tight bass enhancement, this is the perfect choice, and it fits under the seat. I combined this with a Kenwood KDC-MP4028, hooked to the sub-out. I was a little concerned at first that this 6-1/2 (has an active and passive speaker), thin sub might not be "really" what I was looking for, but boy was I pleasantly pleased. GREAT, GREAT, GREAT, GREAT Product! 5 out of 6 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Learn more about Powered Subwoofers Learn more about Powered Subwoofers Subwoofer Shopping Guide Subwoofer Shopping Guide Ken Nail 7/13/2008 based on 260 ratings (18 comments) Subwoofers are speakers dedicated solely to reproducing low frequencies. No matter what kind of music you like, or at what volume you listen to it at, they can be a crucial part of your overall... Video: How to Choose a Subwoofer Video: How to Choose a Subwoofer Ken Nail 9/14/2010 based on 468 ratings (23 comments) The first step to choosing a subwoofer actually begins with the enclosure and how you want the sub to perform. In this video we'll tell you about the different types of subwoofer enclosures... Better car audio, Tip #9: Add a sub and hear what you've been missing Better car audio, Tip #9: Add a sub and hear what you've been missing Jim Richardson 2/24/2009 (1 comment) A good subwoofer will bring the bottom octave of your music back into proper balance, so you'll hear familiar tunes in a whole new light. It'll take a load off your full-range speakers too,... Subwoofer Enclosures Subwoofer Enclosures Crutchfield Writing Team 3/12/2012 based on 319 ratings (58 comments) The type of bass you get from your component subwoofer doesn't depend on the woofer alone. You'll need a strong, tightly constructed enclosure for optimum subwoofer performance. Subwoofer Wiring Diagrams Subwoofer Wiring Diagrams Buck Pomerantz 12/12/2011 based on 1260 ratings (581 comments) With the wide variety of subwoofers available, it's easy to get confused about the best way to wire up your system. These wiring diagrams will help you find the configuration that'll get the most... Visit our Learning Center to learn more about Powered Subwoofers
Subwoofer Shopping Guide Subwoofer Shopping Guide Ken Nail 7/13/2008 based on 260 ratings (18 comments) Subwoofers are speakers dedicated solely to reproducing low frequencies. No matter what kind of music you like, or at what volume you listen to it at, they can be a crucial part of your overall...
Video: How to Choose a Subwoofer Video: How to Choose a Subwoofer Ken Nail 9/14/2010 based on 468 ratings (23 comments) The first step to choosing a subwoofer actually begins with the enclosure and how you want the sub to perform. In this video we'll tell you about the different types of subwoofer enclosures...
Better car audio, Tip #9: Add a sub and hear what you've been missing Better car audio, Tip #9: Add a sub and hear what you've been missing Jim Richardson 2/24/2009 (1 comment) A good subwoofer will bring the bottom octave of your music back into proper balance, so you'll hear familiar tunes in a whole new light. It'll take a load off your full-range speakers too,...
Subwoofer Enclosures Subwoofer Enclosures Crutchfield Writing Team 3/12/2012 based on 319 ratings (58 comments) The type of bass you get from your component subwoofer doesn't depend on the woofer alone. You'll need a strong, tightly constructed enclosure for optimum subwoofer performance.
Subwoofer Wiring Diagrams Subwoofer Wiring Diagrams Buck Pomerantz 12/12/2011 based on 1260 ratings (581 comments) With the wide variety of subwoofers available, it's easy to get confused about the best way to wire up your system. These wiring diagrams will help you find the configuration that'll get the most...
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