subwoofer
noun
sub·woof·er
ˈsəb-ˈwu̇-fər 
: a loudspeaker responsive only to the lowest acoustic frequencies
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A small amplifier box connects to the subwoofer wirelessly, while two more flat cables connect the tall surround speakers.
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PC Magazine, 20 Nov. 2025
Integrating a powered subwoofer system can be done a few ways, and REL chooses an analog solution for its natural sound.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 14 Nov. 2025
Without a subwoofer, most soundbars can sound OK, but not amazing.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2025
The Best Prime Day TV, Soundbar & Headphone Deals - October 2025
Explore the story
A small amplifier box connects to the subwoofer wirelessly, while two more flat cables connect the tall surround speakers.
—Ryan Waniata, Wired News, 8 Oct. 2025
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“Subwoofer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/subwoofer. Accessed 6 Dec. 2025.
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subwoofer
noun
sub·woof·er
-ˈwu̇f-ər
: a loudspeaker producing only the lowest frequencies
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