What is a subwoofer?
Our Kenyan market has given us a skewed mentality of what a subwoofer is. Most people think it is that shiny looking plastic thing with knobs and funny accents that lets everyone in the neighbourhood know that your device has connected successfully. Udaku bana. The other mental picture one easily gets it the thumping box in the Rongai bound or Ngong bound nganyas that suck the life out of your chest with that bang and slap you get when riding your good old self home.
Now lets get into the details.
A subwoofer is a type of speaker that is designed to reproduce low frequency sounds, or bass. It is typically used in home theater systems or audio systems to enhance the overall sound quality and add depth and richness to the audio experience.
Subwoofers are usually larger than other speakers and are designed to produce a wide range of low frequencies, typically between 20 Hz and 200 Hz. In the context of home audio, most of them are typically powered by an amplifier and are connected to a receiver or other audio equipment.
Subwoofers are an important part of a home theater or audio system and can help to create a more immersive and realistic listening experience. They are available in a variety of styles and sizes, and can be standalone speakers or part of a larger home theater system. They can be front firing or down-firing, ported or sealed, active or passive, with single or multiple drivers including or excluding passive radiators.
In later series, we are going to discus on what you should consider before making a choice on the subwoofer you want. Follow us on our socials and keep an eye for the latest content on Home Audio.
