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Cerwin-Vega 12 Inch 250W Powered Subwoofer

Cerwin-Vega 12 Inch 250W Powered Subwoofer

4.4(16 ratings)

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$599.99at Best BuyChecked Nov 10

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $599.99 at Best Buy on Nov 10.

Our take on the Cerwin-Vega 12 Inch 250W Powered Subwoofer

The Cerwin-Vega 12-inch powered subwoofer is an active, front-firing bass box aimed at home theater and music setups that need more low-end punch than a soundbar or small bookshelf speaker can give. Its 250W amplifier drives a 12-inch driver rated from 38 Hz to 350 Hz, and the rear panel offers level, crossover and phase controls for blending with your main speakers. It is a plain analog subwoofer: no Bluetooth, no app, no room correction and no multiroom support. Buyers who want loud, room-filling bass at a modest outlay tend to like it, while those chasing deep sub-30 Hz output or app-based tuning should look at sealed or DSP-controlled rivals.

Best forHome theater setups wanting strong mid-bass punchMusic listeners with large rooms or open floor plansBudget-conscious buyers who want a big 12-inch driverAnyone pairing a sub with a receiver's LFE output
Pros
  • 12-inch driver and 250W amp give substantial output for the size
  • Rear level, crossover and phase controls make blending with main speakers straightforward
  • Front-firing design works well against a wall or in a cabinet
  • Simple analog hookup, no app or network setup needed
  • Compact footprint for a 12-inch sub at about 18 inches tall
Cons
  • Output rolls off below 38 Hz, so it lacks true subsonic depth
  • No Bluetooth, app control, room correction or multiroom features
  • No auto-on sensitivity adjustment or remote control
  • Single 1-way input path limits advanced bass management
  • Large cabinet still needs floor space and a nearby outlet

Cerwin-Vega 12 Inch 250W Powered Subwoofer prices at every store

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Cerwin-Vega 12 Inch 250W Powered Subwoofer price history

Lowest price we've seen: $599.99 on Nov 10 at Best Buy. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

  • 4.4 / 516 ratings

Owners rate it well overall, with most praise going to the amount of bass it produces for the size and the easy setup. Criticism centers on its lack of very deep output and its basic feature set.

What people mention
  • Bass outputPraisedOwners say it delivers a lot of punch and fills a room better than expected for its size.
  • Low-end depthCriticisedListeners note it rolls off around 38 Hz, so movie effects and pipe organ lows lack the deepest rumble.
  • SetupPraisedBuyers report the crossover, level and phase controls make it easy to blend with main speakers.
  • FeaturesCriticisedReviewers point out there is no Bluetooth, app control or room correction, unlike many newer subs.
  • PlacementMixedSome owners find it sounds boomy in corners and better pulled out from the wall.

Specifications

Bluetooth
NoSource
Subwoofer Elements Size
12.0Source
Color
BlackSource
App Control
NoSource
Frequency Response (min) (Hz)

Questions and answers

Does this subwoofer work with a soundbar?
Only if the soundbar has a subwoofer output or your setup includes an AV receiver with an LFE or pre-out. It has no wireless pairing, so it needs a cable.
What is the frequency response?
Cerwin-Vega rates it from 38 Hz to 350 Hz. That covers most music and movie mid-bass but stops short of the deepest subsonic effects.
Can I connect it wirelessly?
No. There is no Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or AirPlay. It connects through a wired line-level or speaker-level input.
How big is the cabinet?
About 18.1 inches tall, 13.8 inches wide and 20.5 inches deep, so measure your space before placing it.
Does it have a built-in crossover?
Yes. A rear-panel crossover control lets you set where the sub takes over from your main speakers, and a phase switch helps align it.
Is it good for music or mainly movies?
It suits both, but it shines on rock, pop and movie mid-bass rather than very low electronic or organ notes.
Where is the Cerwin-Vega 12 Inch 250W Powered Subwoofer cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $599.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Cerwin-Vega 12 Inch 250W Powered Subwoofer?
Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 16 ratings.

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38.0
Source
Depth (")
20.472Source
Frequency Response (max) (Hz)
350.0Source
Suited for Height Channels
NoSource
Speaker Output (max peak) (W)
250.0Source
Signal Separation
1-WaySource
AirPlay
NoSource
Portable
NoSource
Spotify Connect
NoSource
Active
YesSource
Width (")
13.78Source
AirPlay 2
NoSource
Height (")
18.11Source
Multiroom
NoSource