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Niles GSS10

In-ground subwoofer

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Niles Audio

Outdoor speakers let you move the party outside

Outdoor speakers are built tough -- they laugh at wind, rain and weather. Tuck a pair under your eaves and they'll pump out the tunes to keep everybody smiling and swaying at your next cookout or pool party. We also have some "rock" speakers that blend seamlessly into your landscaped lawn or garden.

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by Marshall Chase

Deep, rich bass that disappears into the landscape

Try as they might, most outdoor speakers can't deliver the music's lowest tones. That's why Niles offers the GSS10 in-ground subwoofer. This 10" sub is designed to be buried 16"-18" under ground, leaving only its output port tube exposed. You'll get excellent bass performance over a broad area so your music system delivers full sound. The Niles GSS10 is made from industrial strength uPVC, the same type of material used in underground irrigation systems.The tube and its dome cover can be painted to match any environment. Its tough design is covered by Niles' limited lifetime warranty.

Separate amp required

The GSS10 has no built-in amplification or crossover, so it requires Niles' matching SWA500M amplifier. (The amp must be placed indoors.)

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Highlights:

  • requires Niles' SWA500M external subwoofer amplifier
  • all-weather enclosure and speaker terminals
  • passive (non-powered) design with bandpass enclosure
  • 10" mineral-filled polypropylene woofer
  • frequency response 25-110 Hz
  • 8-ohm impedance
  • recommended amplified power 50-500 watts
  • mono speaker-level input
  • recommended burial depth 16"-18"
  • make sure to check with your local building authorities as required prior to digging
  • use only wire that is rated for direct burial
  • 13"W x 28-5/8"L x 30-5/8"H
  • weight: 25 lbs.
  • warranty: limited lifetime
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    Features and Specs

    Features and Specs
    Enclosure
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    Bandpass
    Tweeter Type
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    N/A
    Midrange Size
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    Woofer Size
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    10
    Woofer Composition
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    Polypropylene
    Woofer Surround
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    Rubber
    Power Range (watts)
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    50-500
    Sensitivity
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    110 dB
    Impedance (ohms)
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    8
    Frequency Response
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    25-110 H Hz
    Connector Type
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    Bare wire
    Height (inches)
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    28-5/8
    Width (inches)
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    13
    Depth (inches)
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    30-5/8
    Weight (pounds)
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    25
    Mounting Bracket Included
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    No
    Parts Warranty
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    Limited Lifetime
    Labor Warranty
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    Limited Lifetime

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    • Black subwoofer enclosure (10" woofer loaded)
    • Bass port tube
    • 8 Hex-head screws (Length=5/8")
    • 3mm Hex head screwdriver bit
    • 3mm Hex wrench
    • Installation Guide
    • Limited Warranty card

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    Features

    Overview: The Niles Audio GSS10 Garden In-Ground Subwoofer is designed to deliver powerful bass to extended outdoor listening areas. It is a natural complement to the Niles Audio GS4 Garden Satellite Speakers, or can enhance most any outdoor speaker system. The woofer enclosure is buried underground with only the bass port tube visible above ground. It is completely weatherproof, and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

    Construction: The GSS10 is constructed from industrial strength uPVC, which is used in modern underground plumbing and irrigation systems. The bandpass enclosure is cylindrical with the port tube extending from one end. The port tube is fully paintable to blend into your landscaping. It fastens to the enclosure with 8 Hex-head screws (supplied). In addition to being weatherproof, the enclosure and port tube can withstand temperature extremes of -50°F to 185°F.

    Driver: The GSS10 features a passive 10" Mineral-filled Polypropylene cone woofer. It is designed to be used with a subwoofer amplifier, such as the Niles SWA-500M. Bass management should be applied to the speaker at the amplifier, as there is no crossover or other filters on the subwoofer. Other specifications include:

    • Recommended Amplifier Power: 50-500 watts
    • Frequency Response: 25 Hz to 110 Hz
    • Maximum SPL: 110dB
    • Impedance: 8 ohms nominal, 6 ohms minimum

    In-Ground Installation: Once assembled, the subwoofer is ready for installation. The enclosure requires a hole approximately 14" wide, 30" long, and 16-18" deep. Placement near walls and corners will enhance the bass output. Burial-rated speaker wire should be run from the amplifier to the subwoofer location. Waterproof wire nuts are included for splicing on your own speaker wire. The recommended gauge of the speaker wire is determined by the maximum length needed:

    Wire Gauge Maximum Distance
    16 100 feet
    14 150 feet
    12 200 feet
     

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    Written By CH, Bakersfield, CA on Tuesday, March 26, 2013
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    Put 3 of them in the ground tied into our sound system and they rock the patio area really well
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    having to trench wiring
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