Best Subwoofers Under $2,000 2025

Affordable subwoofers under $2,000 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $800 Under $2,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Extended Low Frequency For Large Studio For Electronic Music Production For Film Scoring

BRANDS: Neumann Genelec ADAM Audio

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1501 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1501

by Seeburg Acoustic Line

Install Systems DJ Systems Electronic Music

Key Feature:

• Multiple subs from single amplifier possible

✓ PROS

• Lower cost than active subwoofers
• No electronics to fail in harsh environments

✗ CONS

• Cable runs to amplifier location
• Requires separate dedicated amplifiers

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1501Passive High Output SubwooferBass reflex housingSpeaker: 1x 15" neodymium...

⭐ 4.7/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 326074

$1,758

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Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1201 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1201

by Seeburg Acoustic Line

Custom Bass Electronic Music DJ Systems

Key Feature:

• No electronics to fail in harsh environments

✓ PROS

• High power handling with external amplification
• Lower cost than active subwoofers

✗ CONS

• Requires separate dedicated amplifiers
• Total system cost with amplifier

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1201Passive High Output SubwooferBass reflex housingEquipped witht: 1x 12" Neodymium...

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 326068

$1,208

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DAS Audio Vantec-218 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

DAS Audio Vantec-218

by DAS Audio

Professional Systems High Power Custom Bass

Key Feature:

• Multiple subs from single amplifier possible

✓ PROS

• No electronics to fail in harsh environments
• Lower cost than active subwoofers

✗ CONS

• More complex crossover setup
• Cable runs to amplifier location

DAS Audio Vantec-218Passive Bass Reflex SubwooferDriver size: 2x 18" woofersPower rating: 2000 W RMS / 8000 W...

⭐ 4.7/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 520560

$1,704

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⭐ 4.7/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Turbosound iQ18B

by Turbosound

Electronic Music Dance Large Venues

Key Feature:

• High-power bass reproduction

✓ PROS

• Extends low-frequency response of system
• High-power bass reproduction

✗ CONS

• May overpower smaller venues
• Expensive addition to PA system

Turbosound iQ 18BActive 18" Subwoofer3000 Watt Klark Teknik Class D power amplifierDigital signal...

⭐ 4.7/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 357091

$1,099

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Neumann KH 750 DSP - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Neumann KH 750 DSP

by Neumann

Film Scoring Extended Low Frequency Electronic Music Production

Key Feature:

• Extended low frequency response

✓ PROS

• Professional mixing capability
• Extended low frequency response

✗ CONS

• Placement critical for performance
• Expensive professional models

Neumann KH 750 DSPActive Studio Subwoofer with DSPEquipment: 10" Ultra Long Excursion wooferPower: 256 WMaximum...

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 458328

$1,649

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DAS Audio Vantec-18 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

DAS Audio Vantec-18

by DAS Audio

Custom Bass Electronic Music High Power

Key Feature:

• High power handling with external amplification

✓ PROS

• Lower cost than active subwoofers
• Multiple subs from single amplifier possible

✗ CONS

• Requires separate dedicated amplifiers
• More complex crossover setup

DAS Audio Vantec-18Active 18" Bass Reflex SubwooferPower: 1000 W RMS / 4000 W peakFrequency range: 45 - 138...

⭐ 5.0/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 520559

$1,154

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ADAM Audio Sub12 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

ADAM Audio Sub12

by ADAM Audio

Large Studio Electronic Music Production Extended Low Frequency

Key Feature:

• Professional mixing capability

✓ PROS

• Enhanced bass monitoring
• Professional mixing capability

✗ CONS

• Requires room acoustic treatment
• Placement critical for performance

ADAM Audio Sub12Active 12" SubwooferFrequency range: 22 - 150 HzCrossover frequency: 50 - 150 HzLoad bearing...

⭐ 4.4/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 186862

$1,627

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Bose F1 Subwoofer - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Bose F1 Subwoofer

by Bose

Bass Extension Hip Hop Dance

Key Feature:

• Essential for electronic music genres

✓ PROS

• Often includes crossover for main speakers
• Extends low-frequency response of system

✗ CONS

• Requires power outlet near subwoofer
• May overpower smaller venues

Bose F1 SubwooferSubwooferPower: 1000 WEquipped with: Two 10" woofers with high diaphragm...

⭐ 4.9/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 363071

$1,318

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LD Systems Stinger Sub 18A G3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

LD Systems Stinger Sub 18A G3

by LD Systems

Dance Bass Extension DJ

Key Feature:

• Essential for electronic music genres

✓ PROS

• Built-in amplification optimized for bass
• Often includes crossover for main speakers

✗ CONS

• Expensive addition to PA system
• Setup complexity with crossover settings

LD Systems Stinger Sub 18A G3Active SubwooferActive bass reflex subwoofer with 18" speakerIntegrated DSPIntegrated...

⭐ 4.5/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 409089

$1,132

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LD Systems Maui 28 G3 W Subwoofer - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.4/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

LD Systems Maui 28 G3 W Subwoofer

by LD Systems

DJ Bass Extension Electronic Music

Key Feature:

• Essential for electronic music genres

✓ PROS

• Essential for electronic music genres
• High-power bass reproduction

✗ CONS

• Expensive addition to PA system
• Requires power outlet near subwoofer

LD Systems Maui 28 G3 W SubwooferSubwooferTo support Maui 28 G3 (cardioid configuration possible)Equipped with: 1 x...

⭐ 4.4/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 573897

$1,077

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JBL EON718S - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.9/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

JBL EON718S

by JBL

DJ Bass Extension Hip Hop

Key Feature:

• Often includes crossover for main speakers

✓ PROS

• High-power bass reproduction
• Built-in amplification optimized for bass

✗ CONS

• Requires power outlet near subwoofer
• May overpower smaller venues

JBL EON718SActive SubwooferPower: 750 W RMS1500 W peakDigital Class-D amplifierEquipped with 18" wooferBuilt-in...

⭐ 4.9/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 531542

$1,163

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FBT Vertus CLA 208SA - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.7/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

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

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Genelec 7050 CPM - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Genelec 7050 CPM

by Genelec

Electronic Music Production Extended Low Frequency Film Scoring

Key Feature:

• Extended low frequency response

✓ PROS

• Better mix translation to large systems
• Essential for electronic music

✗ CONS

• Requires room acoustic treatment
• Complex integration with main monitors

Genelec 7050 CPMActive Subwoofer 8"For 2.1 to 5.1 setupsClass D power amplifier 130 WTransmission range: 24 - 85...

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 447252

$1,165

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EVE Audio TS110 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.6/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

EVE Audio TS110

by EVE Audio

Extended Low Frequency Large Studio Electronic Music Production

Key Feature:

• Enhanced bass monitoring

✓ PROS

• Enhanced bass monitoring
• Professional mixing capability

✗ CONS

• Complex integration with main monitors
• Expensive professional models

EVE Audio TS110Active SubwooferFrequency range (-3 dB): 28 - 300 HzWoofer: 350 mm / 10"Max. SPL @ 1m: 108 dBMax....

⭐ 4.6/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 345499

$1,099

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Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1001 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.6/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1001

by Seeburg Acoustic Line

Custom Bass DJ Systems High Power

Key Feature:

• Amplifier choice flexibility

✓ PROS

• Multiple subs from single amplifier possible
• High power handling with external amplification

✗ CONS

• Impedance matching considerations
• Total system cost with amplifier

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1001Passive SubwooferBass reflex housingSpeaker: 1x10" wooferPower rating: 350 W...

⭐ 4.6/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 394075

$1,088

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How to Choose the Best 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 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.

Best Subwoofers Under $2,000 2025

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1501

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1201

DAS Audio Vantec-218

Turbosound iQ18B

Neumann KH 750 DSP

DAS Audio Vantec-18

ADAM Audio Sub12

Bose F1 Subwoofer

LD Systems Stinger Sub 18A G3

LD Systems Maui 28 G3 W Subwoofer

JBL EON718S

FBT Vertus CLA 208SA

Genelec 7050 CPM

EVE Audio TS110

Seeburg Acoustic Line G Sub 1001

How to Choose the Best Subwoofers

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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