Woofers & Subwoofers

Q: What size subwoofer is best for a home theatre?

It depends on the space available in your home cinema, but the best is a home theatre subwoofer with a driver around 30 cm in size. With a room exceeding 21 square metres, using two woofers is recommended.

Q: Where should a home cinema subwoofer be placed?

For the best sound, place the home theatre subwoofer on the front wall, towards one of the room’s corners. This placement ensures the sound travels to most of the room and provides a more effective bass impact as the woofer couples with the room.

Q: How many watts is a good subwoofer?

It depends on the room size, but most people find that 100 watts are more than sufficient. For small rooms, the ideal wattage is between 100 and 300 watts. Larger rooms require subwoofers with 400 to 600 watts, while high-end woofers have over 1,000 watts.

Woofers and subwoofers improve a sound system by providing low-pitched frequencies that create a rich base that enthusiasts love. This can help add fantastic depth and resonance to your favourite music and soundtracks in the comfort of your home. ArchiPro features only the best woofers and subwoofers in New Zealand from leading brands and suppliers.

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Featuring the best woofers and subwoofers in New Zealand

ArchiPro features only the best woofers and subwoofers in New Zealand from reputable brands and suppliers that have been leading the industry for years. There are many types and styles available from enclosed and ported to bandpass and more, each with its own unique traits with something to suit every situation. Woofers and subwoofers are an important part of a wider collection of high-quality home audio products that you can find on ArchiPro.

Types of woofers and subwoofers

There are many types of woofers and subwoofers available in New Zealand which you can consider for your home audio system.

Standard woofer

The standard woofer provides between 20Hz and 2,500Hz. It draws less power than other home subwoofer options and has smaller casings. These features make it ideal for smaller spaces.

Enclosed

This type is pre-mounted in a box and doesn't need much customisation. As such, it’s ideal for beginners or people who want a simple home subwoofer.

Down-firing

The down-firing speaker subwoofer is the most stable type, as all the weight is towards the bottom, and the vulnerable part faces the ground.

Ported

The ported home subwoofer is similar to the enclosed type, except it has a small ventilation slit in the front, which gives it increased efficiency compared to alternatives.

Two chambers-separated

This one is two speaker subwoofer types in one casing but kept separate. It’s like having double-enclosed home subwoofer types synchronising with each other.

Passive radiator

Passive radiators are smaller speaker subwoofer types that amplify the bass a more contained system produces. It’s ideal if you’re looking for a wireless subwoofer that uses less power.

Bandpass

The bandpass is ideal for larger systems, like a home theatre system. It accumulates raw bass using pressure and produces deep sounds.

The advantages of high-quality woofers and subwoofers

There are many advantages to choosing high-quality woofers and subwoofers for your home audio system. The first and easily most important advantage is that high-quality options are designed and engineered to produce higher-quality sound. This will enrich your home audio system, allowing you to experience your favourite soundtracks as they were meant to be heard by the artists and professionals behind them. They utilise the latest technology and superior components to deliver this and additional features like smart connectivity. They also tend to be stylish in design too, which is an aspect that is sometimes overlooked but is no less important given how visible they can be in a living space.

How to choose a woofer and subwoofer that’s right for you

There are a few things to consider before buying a new woofer or subwoofer for your home or business. The first is the select a type that is appropriate to the size of your space and the system you’re using. For example, if you’re working with a small space then something like a passive subwoofer might be the most suitable choice. Your choice also depends on the type of music or soundtracks you like to listen to. If you are a fan of hip-hop or hard rock which demands quite a strong base output then a bandpass subwoofer would be ideal. You’ll also want to look at any additional features that come with the woofer or subwoofer like Wi-Fi connectivity or smartphone apps that give you convenient controls.

Do subwoofers improve base?

Yes, the purpose of home subwoofer types is to produce better bass and a richer, deeper sound. Depending on the home subwoofer you use, the quality of the audio’s bass will improve by a certain degree. It gives a low-end bass a significant boost in sound.