Product Description

The name "Monitor" is special to Polk Audio. The original Polk Audio Monitor Series, produced in the mid-1970s, ushered in the modern loudspeaker era by setting the standard for performance and value. The original Monitor Series is the line that made Polk Audio famous with its simple, sturdy construction, clear, accurate sound, powerful bass and superior imaging, all at a price that made great sound available to everyone. The newly reborn Monitor Series by Polk Audio is classic Polk: a quality-built, affordable line of high performance loudspeakers for music and home theater. The new PSW10 complements the clean, stylish look of the whole line with powerful, efficient, accurate and musical bass in compact enclosures. Built for speed, power and value, the Monitor Series is a great introduction to high performance sound.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #631 in Consumer Electronics
• Color: Black Oak
• Brand: Polk Audio
• Model: AM1055-A
• Dimensions: 1.00 pounds

Features

• A single 10-inch subwoofer with built-in high-current amplifier for big bass
• Equipped with one 10-inch polymer-composite dynamic-balance cone driver
• Features laser-based Klippel measurement technology for improved linearity and deep, precise sound
• Frequency Response: 35Hz - 200Hz
• Non-resonant all-MDF enclosure construction with 0.75-inch-thick baffles and internal bracing

Amazon.com Product Description
Give your movies and music the rich, powerful audio they deserve with the Polk Audio PSW10 powered subwoofer. Hailing from Polk's reborn Monitor series--which ushered in the modern loudspeaker era in the mid-1970s--the sub combines quality construction with high-end performance, all for a price that won't break the bank. The PSW10 is equipped with a 10-inch polymer-composite cone driver that creates tight, musical bass, along with state-of-the-art laser-based Klippel measurement technology to perfectly center the voice coil within the magnetic field. The Klippel technology improves the linearity of the frequencies to ensure a deep, precise sound for everything from action-movie explosions to cello musical passages.

Adding to the quality is the non-resonant medium-density fiberboard (MDF) enclosure, the 0.75-inch baffles, and the internal bracing, all of which contribute to the sub's superior detail, accuracy, and musicality. Meanwhile, the PSW10's built-in high-current amplifier (50 watts RMS, 100 watts dynamic) supplies all the power you need for big bass, while the adjustable low-pass crossover, phase switch, and volume control make it easy to blend your sub's output with your front and rear speakers. The sub even includes automatic signal-sensing circuitry, meaning it knows when to turn itself on and off.

Though the PSW10 will work with any speakers, the sub specifically designed to complement the clean, stylish look and robust sounds of Polk's entire Monitor speaker line. The black oak finish is particularly compelling, with a style that fits seamlessly with most modern furnishings.

Connectivity stems from the line- and speaker-level inputs, along with the unfiltered LFE input. The combined options make it easy to connect the PSW10 with any receiver or amplifier. And movie fans will delight in the magnetic shielding, which protects nearby TVs and video monitors from video distortion. Measuring 14 by 14.38 by 16.12 inches (W x H x D) and backed by a five-year warranty on the speaker and a three-year warranty on the internal amp, the PSW10 makes a great introduction to powerful home theater sound.

What's in the Box
PSW10 subwoofer, removable grille, registration card, user's manual.

From the Manufacturer
The Polk Audio Monitor Series PSW10 Powered Subwoofer is a quality-built yet affordable, high-performance loudspeaker for music and home theater. The PSW10 complements the clean, stylish look of the Monitor Series with powerful, efficient, accurate and musical bass in a compact enclosure with a sleek black finish.

The Polk Monitor PSW10 utilizes a 10-inch polymer-composite dynamic-balance cone driver for tight musical bass, as well as state-of-the-art laser-based Klippel measurement technology that perfectly centers the subwoofer's voice coil in its magnetic field for improved linearity and deep, precise sound. This unit's non-resonant all-MDF enclosure construction with 0.75-inch-thick baffles and internal bracing ensures superior detail, accuracy and musicality. The PSW10 includes a built-in high-current amplifier that supplies all the power you need for big bass. This amp features adjustable low-pass crossover, phase switch and subwoofer volume control to more easily control your bass output and the sub's blending characteristics with your front stage speakers, and signal-sensing automatic circuitry that knows when to turn itself on and off. The PSW10 unit includes line and speaker level inputs plus an unfiltered LFE Input that ensures easy hookup with any receiver or amplifier, and magnetic shielding for safe placement near TVs and video monitors without causing video distortion. Built for speed, power and value, the Polk Monitor PSW10 is a great introduction to high-performance sound.

What's in the Box
PSW10 subwoofer, grille, owner's manual, and registration card.

Customer Reviews

Incredible bass, well built, and enough oooomph
Love it. VERY solid and well-made. Aesthetically attractive and performs very well. I'm using it with the Polk Surround Bar and two rear shelf speakers to power a 16X16 dedicated home theater. It puts out more-than-enough bass, unless you're trying to go deaf, or impress Snoop Dogg. The clarity is exceptional and the bass is crisp and travels well. Follow the Polk instructions as they are spot-on with hookup procedures that may seem less-than-conventional. Highly Recommended!!!

Great Value
I have been in the market for a subwoofer for quite a while, and after reviewing and following the prices, this was the best value. The sound so far has been outstanding and it fit in well with the rest of my Polk surround sound speakers in our media room.

Not a sub for us audiophiles, but good for $100
I bought this on sale at amazon for 108 bucks. I would NOT have bought it if I had not used a 100 dollar gift certificate I received for Christmas. This subwoofer does improve my sound system by a noticeable margin.

I have two Klipsh tower speakers and two yamaha bookshelves in the back. The four together put out loads of bass that fills my apartment. This subwoofer however does increase the low range. If you have big towers like I do, use the high cut for sure, as it clarifies and adds crispness to the bass.

Right away when I got it, I cranked it up and noticed an internal rattling of some sort. Because of this, I would not recommend buying this again, as I fear either the voice coil is of low quality or the cabinet was not well crafted. For the average rock listener and movie watcher, this will fill a small to medium room with the lows you like to experience in a theater. Don't expect this to make a brotha bounce to songs with mega bass.