Which subwoofer type is better – sealed or ported? An ever returning and extremely popular discussion topic on the forums and blogs, there is no shortage of opinions on the subject. Add in a few die-hard myths and generalizations, and it’s no surprise this is one of the most commonly questions asked. You might hear some people say that ported subwoofers are no good for music, and are only useful for delivering big sound effects, or conversely that sealed subwoofers are “musical”, but lack the depth to deliver the bass called for in today’s blockbusters. While some subwoofers may certainly fit these stereotypes, the truth is considerably more complex. The strengths of each subwoofer type are discussed below, along with the recommended applications and listening environments which will result in optimal performance. 

Last week we posted a blog on the bookshelf vs floor stander dilemma. We briefly touched on bass management and by golly did we open a can of worms! The amount of questions we received about digital bass management is dizzying – and it certainly can be a confusing subject. But you know how we tackle problems like that: we write a blog and explain a little further. Remember that all questions are good questions and we are more than happy to explain further if you get stuck with your set-up.