Sub1 vs KEF Kube 12 MIE
The Kube 12 MIE's power @ 8ω is 300W against the Sub1's 480W, its sensitivity 114 dB against 118.6 dB, its low-frequency extension 22 Hz against 32 Hz, and its high-frequency extension 140 Hz against 250 Hz.
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Sub1
BoseLoudspeakersSubwoofersPowered Loudspeakers
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$1,049
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About the Sub1
The Bose Sub1 is a self-powered bass module featuring a 7" x 13" RaceTrack low-frequency driver with a 2" voice coil, delivering a frequency response of 40 Hz to 180 Hz (-3 dB) and extending from 32 Hz to 250 Hz (-10 dB). It provides a calculated maximum continuous SPL of 118.6 dB and peak SPL of 124.6 dB at 1 meter. The subwoofer uses a Class D amplifier with 480 W power output and convection cooling. It includes an onboard mixer with two channels, each accepting combination XLR or 1/4" TRS inputs for mic, instrument, or line level signals, with channel gain control from +10 dB to +45 dB. The Sub1 supports Bose proprietary SubMatch cabling for audio and power, eliminating the need for separate AC power connection when used with compatible systems. Its dimensions are 21.0" H × 10.2" W × 20.8" D (533 mm × 260 mm × 529 mm) and it weighs 34.1 lbs (15.5 kg). The Sub1 is designed for portability and ease of integration with Bose L1 Pro systems, suitable for singer-songwriters and smaller performance setups requiring quality bass reinforcement.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 118.6 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Frequency Response
- 32 Hz - 250 Hz
- Power Handling
- 480W
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 480W @ 8Ω
- Amplifier Class
- D
- Input Impedance
- 100Ω
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Driver Type
- RaceTrack
- Driver Size
- 7"
- Driver Count
- 1
- Crossover Frequency
- 200 Hz
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- XLR, 1/4" TRS
- Analog Outputs
- XLR
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 260 × 533 × 529 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 15.5 kg (34 lbs)
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 118.6 dB
Power: 480W
Frequency: 32-250 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions