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Best FBT Active Subwoofers 2025

Premium FBT active subwoofers - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 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
FBT X-Sub 115SA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

FBT X-Sub 115SA

by FBT
Bass Extension Large Venues Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• Extends low-frequency response of system
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✗ CONS
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer
  • • Expensive addition to PA system

FBT X-Sub 115SAActive Bass-Reflex SubwooferDrivers: 15" woofer with 3" voice coilPower: 1200 WClass D...

⭐ 4.7/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 529236
$901
Buy at Thomann View Details
FBT Vertus CLA 208SA W - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

FBT Vertus CLA 208SA W

by FBT
Dance Bass Extension Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• Often includes crossover for main speakers
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
  • • High-power bass reproduction
✗ CONS
  • • Setup complexity with crossover settings
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer

FBT Vertus CLA 208 SA-WActive SubwooferEquipped with 2x 8" with 2" voice coilFrequency range: 50 - 150...

⭐ 4.7/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 392557
$1,044
Buy at Thomann View Details
FBT X-Sub 118SA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

FBT X-Sub 118SA

by FBT
Large Venues Dance DJ
Key Feature:
• Essential for electronic music genres
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for electronic music genres
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower smaller venues
  • • Heavy and bulky to transport

FBT X-Sub 118SAActive Bass-Reflex SubwooferDrivers: 18" woofer with 3" voice coilPower: 1200 WClass D power...

⭐ 4.6/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 529241
$1,286
Buy at Thomann View Details
FBT Mitus 118FSA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

FBT Mitus 118FSA

by FBT
Bass Extension Large Venues DJ
Key Feature:
• Essential for electronic music genres
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✗ CONS
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer
  • • Expensive addition to PA system

FBT Mitus 118FSAActive Flyable Bandpass SubwooferPower: 1200 W RMS2400 W peakClass-D systemEquipped with: 1x 18"...

⭐ 4.6/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 595532
$2,418
Buy at Thomann View Details
FBT Vertus CLA 208SA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

FBT Vertus CLA 208SA

by FBT
DJ Large Venues Bass Extension
Key Feature:
• Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✓ PROS
  • • Often includes crossover for main speakers
  • • Built-in amplification optimized for bass
✗ CONS
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer
  • • May overpower smaller venues

FBT Vertus CLA 208 SAActive SubwooferEquipped with 2x 8" with 2" voice coilFrequency range: 50 - 150 HzPower...

⭐ 4.7/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 314309
$1,066
Buy at Thomann View Details
FBT Subline 112SA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

FBT Subline 112SA

by FBT
Large Venues DJ Dance
Key Feature:
• High-power bass reproduction
✓ PROS
  • • Extends low-frequency response of system
  • • High-power bass reproduction
✗ CONS
  • • Setup complexity with crossover settings
  • • Requires power outlet near subwoofer

FBT Subline 112SAActive SubwooferSpeaker assembly: 12"Housing construction: bass reflexClass D power...

⭐ 4.8/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 463110
$1,044
Buy at Thomann View Details
FBT Vertus CLA 118 SA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

FBT Vertus CLA 118 SA

by FBT
DJ Dance Electronic Music
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
  • • Setup complexity with crossover settings

FBT Vertus CLA 118 SAActive Bass Reflex SubwooferSpeaker: 1 x 18"Power: 1200 W RMS2400 W PeakClass D...

⭐ 4.7/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 475529
$1,847
Buy at Thomann View Details
FBT Subline 115SA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

FBT Subline 115SA

by FBT
Dance Hip Hop Electronic Music
Key Feature:
• Essential for electronic music genres
✓ PROS
  • • High-power bass reproduction
  • • Extends low-frequency response of system
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower smaller venues
  • • Setup complexity with crossover settings

FBT Subline 115SAActive SubwooferEquipped Loudspeakers: 15"Housing construction: Bass reflexWith 1400 W Class D...

⭐ 5.0/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 463109
$1,286
Buy at Thomann View Details
FBT Subline 118SA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

FBT Subline 118SA

by FBT
DJ Bass Extension Large Venues
Key Feature:
• Essential for electronic music genres
✓ PROS
  • • Extends low-frequency response of system
  • • Essential for electronic music genres
✗ CONS
  • • Setup complexity with crossover settings
  • • May overpower smaller venues

FBT Subline 118SAActive SubwooferExtremely compact bass reflex subwooferSpeaker components: 1 x 18" chassis with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 463078
$1,847
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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