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Best Active Subwoofers 2025

Top-rated active subwoofers 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For DJ For Electronic Music For Dance For Hip Hop For Large Venues For Bass Extension
BRANDS: RCF the box pro LD Systems EV DAS Audio Seeburg Acoustic Line HK Audio FBT dB Technologies Yamaha JBL Behringer the box QSC Alto
Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1201dp+ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1201dp+

by Seeburg Acoustic Line
Bass Extension Hip Hop Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• Essential for electronic music genres
✓ PROS
  • • High-power bass reproduction
  • • Essential for electronic music genres
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower smaller venues
  • • Expensive addition to PA system

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1201dp+Active High-Performance SubwooferBass reflex housingEquipped with: 1x 12"...

⭐ 4.9/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 326063
$2,199
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1201dp++ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1201dp++

by Seeburg Acoustic Line
Bass Extension DJ Hip Hop
Key Feature:
• Extends low-frequency response of system
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
  • • Extends low-frequency response of system
✗ CONS
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport
  • • Setup complexity with crossover settings

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1201dp++Active High-Performance Subwoofer with DSPWith 3-channel amplifier electronics with...

⭐ 4.6/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 480776
$2,470
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1001dp+ - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1001dp+

by Seeburg Acoustic Line
Dance Large Venues Bass Extension
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✓ PROS
  • • Extends low-frequency response of system
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
✗ CONS
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport
  • • May overpower smaller venues

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1001dp+Active High-Power SubwooferBass reflex cabinetEquipment: 1x 10" wooferPower:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 382042
$2,030
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1501dp - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1501dp

by Seeburg Acoustic Line
Electronic Music Hip Hop Bass Extension
Key Feature:
• Often includes crossover for main speakers
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for electronic music genres
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive addition to PA system
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1501dpActive High-Performance Subwoofer with DSPWith single-channel amplifier electronics...

⭐ 4.4/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 326077
$2,968
Buy at Thomann View Details
dB Technologies Sub 915 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

dB Technologies Sub 915

by dB Technologies
Hip Hop DJ Bass Extension
Key Feature:
• Extends low-frequency response of system
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for electronic music genres
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower smaller venues
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport

dB Technologies Sub 915Active 15" Bass reflex subwoofer with 4" voice coilPower: 900 W / RMS1800 W /...

⭐ 4.8/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 466803
$1,208
Buy at Thomann View Details
dB Technologies DVA KS 20 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

dB Technologies DVA KS 20

by dB Technologies
Bass Extension DJ Large Venues
Key Feature:
• High-power bass reproduction
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
  • • High-power bass reproduction
✗ CONS
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport

dB Technologies DVA KS 20Active Double 18" SubwooferBass reflex housingEquipped with 2x RCF 18" woofer with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 392949
$2,968
Buy at Thomann View Details
dB Technologies SUB 612 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

dB Technologies SUB 612

by dB Technologies
Large Venues Bass Extension Hip Hop
Key Feature:
• Essential for electronic music genres
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for electronic music genres
  • • High-power bass reproduction
✗ CONS
  • • Setup complexity with crossover settings
  • • May overpower smaller venues

dB Technologies SUB 612Active SubwooferEquipped with a 12" woofer and 2.5" voice coilPower: 600 W RMS / 1200...

⭐ 4.5/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 433356
$501
Buy at Thomann View Details
Turbosound iQ15B - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Turbosound iQ15B

by Turbosound
DJ Dance Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• Extends low-frequency response of system
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for electronic music genres
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
✗ CONS
  • • Setup complexity with crossover settings
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport

Turbosound iQ15BActive 15" SubwooferClass D amplifier from Klark TeknikPower: 3000 WDigital signal...

⭐ 4.7/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 357090
$768
Buy at Thomann View Details
the box pro Achat 118 A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

the box pro Achat 118 A

by the box pro
Large Venues Dance Hip Hop
Key Feature:
• High-power bass reproduction
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
  • • High-power bass reproduction
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower smaller venues
  • • Expensive addition to PA system

the box pro Achat 118 AActive 18" SpeakerPowerful horn-loaded bassRoad-ready constructionPower amplifier output:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 325265
$768
Buy at Thomann View Details
Behringer B1800XP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Behringer B1800XP

by Behringer
Bass Extension Large Venues Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• High-power bass reproduction
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for electronic music genres
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive addition to PA system
  • • May overpower smaller venues

Behringer B1800XPActive SubwooferEurolive seriesSize: 18"Power: 3000 WClass-D digital amplifierIntegrated peak...

⭐ 4.6/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 387286
$548
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1501dp + - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1501dp +

by Seeburg Acoustic Line
Hip Hop Bass Extension Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• Essential for electronic music genres
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for electronic music genres
  • • High-power bass reproduction
✗ CONS
  • • Setup complexity with crossover settings
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1501dp +Active High-Performance Subwoofer with DSPWith 2-channel amplifier electronics with...

⭐ 4.7/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 369047
$3,163
Buy at Thomann View Details
HK Audio PR:O 118 SUB D2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

HK Audio PR:O 118 SUB D2

by HK Audio
Dance Bass Extension DJ
Key Feature:
• Often includes crossover for main speakers
✓ PROS
  • • High-power bass reproduction
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive addition to PA system
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport

HK Audio PR: O 118 SUB D2Active Bass Reflex SubwooferSpeakers: 1x 18"1200 W Class D power amplifierMax. SPL (sound...

⭐ 4.8/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 497934
$1,098
Buy at Thomann View Details
DAS Audio Vantec-18A - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

DAS Audio Vantec-18A

by DAS Audio
Bass Extension Electronic Music Hip Hop
Key Feature:
• Extends low-frequency response of system
✓ PROS
  • • High-power bass reproduction
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✗ CONS
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer

DAS Audio Vantec-18AActive 18" Bass Reflex SubwooferClass-D amplifierPower: 1000 W RMS / 2000 W PeakPreset...

⭐ 5.0/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 520553
$1,648
Buy at Thomann View Details
LD Systems Maui 28 G3 Subwoofer - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

LD Systems Maui 28 G3 Subwoofer

by LD Systems
DJ Dance Hip Hop
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
  • • Essential for electronic music genres
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower smaller venues
  • • Expensive addition to PA system

LD Systems Maui 28 G3 SubwooferSubwooferTo support Maui 28 G3 (cardioid configuration possible)Equiped with: 12"...

⭐ 4.9/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 573896
$1,033
Buy at Thomann View Details
Presonus AIR15s - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Presonus AIR15s

by Presonus
Dance DJ Large Venues
Key Feature:
• Extends low-frequency response of system
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
  • • High-power bass reproduction
✗ CONS
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer

Presonus AIR15sActive SubwooferEquipment: 15" Woofer with 3" voice coilPower: 1200 W peak (600 W RMS) class D...

⭐ 4.8/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 465730
$769
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Active Subwoofers

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced active subwoofers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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