ASW 650 vs KEF Kube 10b
The Kube 10b's low-frequency extension is 24 Hz against the ASW 650's 20 Hz, its woofer 10" against 12", and its high-frequency extension 140 Hz against 180 Hz. Both share drivers (1).
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The Bowers & Wilkins ASW 650 is a powered subwoofer designed for larger rooms, featuring a 300mm (12-inch) driver and a 200W continuous amplifier. It delivers deep, tight bass with greater output capability than the ASW 600, thanks to its larger cabinet, driver, and amp. Frequency response is 25-150 Hz (±3 dB) and 20-180 Hz (-6 dB). It supports daisy-chaining for higher levels and includes line-level inputs. This model, circa 2002 with MSRP $700, is no longer manufactured but praised for musical accuracy and home theater performance.
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The Kube 10b's low-frequency extension is 24 Hz against the ASW 650's 20 Hz, its woofer 10" against 12", and its high-frequency extension 140 Hz against 180 Hz. Both share drivers (1).
The ASW 2500's high-frequency extension is 150 Hz against the ASW 650's 180 Hz and its woofer 10" against 12". Both share low-frequency extension (20 Hz) and drivers (1).
The SB1000 Pro's high-frequency extension is 270 Hz against the ASW 650's 180 Hz. Both share low-frequency extension (20 Hz), woofer (12"), and drivers (1).
The Airmotiv XS12e's high-frequency extension is 200 Hz against the ASW 650's 180 Hz and its low-frequency extension 28 Hz against 20 Hz. Both share woofer (12") and drivers (1).
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