In this review, we will be comparing S6 and Minx X201, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from Audioengine and Cambridge Audio. Being Powered subwoofers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Audioengine S6 and Cambridge Audio Minx X201 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the Audioengine S6 and Cambridge Audio Minx X201 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these subwoofers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
The efficiency of a subwoofer is directly proportional to the total radiating are squared hence the woofer quantity and diameter.Both Audioengine S6and Cambridge Audio Minx X201 have a single woofer setup however the Audioengine S6's woofer is 6-inch whereas the Cambridge Audio Minx X201 features a 6.5-inch woofer.
Frequency Response
S6 has a frequency range of 33-132 Hz whereas Minx X201 has a frequency range of 36-200 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 33Hz, the S6 can go slightly deeper then the Minx X201's min frequency of 36Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Subwoofer class in our database.
Low Frequency
Subwoofer Speakers
Cambridge Audio Minx X201
High Frequency
Subwoofer Speakers
Cambridge Audio Minx X201
Cabinet Type
The Audioengine S6 has a Acoustic Suspension type cabinet. Acoustic Suspension aka Sealed type subwoofers have enclosures that are sealed hence no ports or holes exists on the cabinet. Sealed designs helps to provide more accurate and tight bass responses compared to ported designs. On the other hand the Cambridge Audio Minx X201 have Passive Radiator type enclosure. Passive Radiator type subwoofers sports a non-powered cone that moves in response to the main woofer to move air out in order to generate stronger bass in a smaller body compared to ported or sealed designs.
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Audioengine S6's and Cambridge Audio Minx X201's external dimensions. Audioengine S6 has external dimensions of 250.0 x 221.0 x 281.0mm ( 9-13/16inch x 8-11/16inch x 11-1/16inch ) whereas Cambridge Audio Minx X201 has external dimensions of 220.0 x 210.0 x 256.0mm ( 8-5/8 x 8-1/4 x 10-1/16inch) .
Audioengine S6 is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 11mm wider, 30mm taller and 25mm deeper than Cambridge Audio Minx X201.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the Audioengine S6 is approximately 621.0cm2 / 96.3inch2 and base area of the Cambridge Audio Minx X201 is approximately 537.6cm2 / 83.3inch2. The S6 requires 16% more surface area than the Minx X201 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a subwoofer may become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. The Audioengine S6 weighs 7.00kg / 15.4lbs and the Cambridge Audio Minx X201 weighs 5.00kg / 11lbs. This makes the S6 40% heavier than the Minx X201.
Here is a comparison of how S6 and Minx X201's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
Weight
All Subwoofer Speakers
Cambridge Audio Minx X201
What's in the Box of Audioengine S6?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of S6:
Powered subwooferGrille6-feet AC power cord6.5-feet Stereo RCA cable6.5-feet Stereo minijack audio cableCloth subwoofer bagCloth cable bagQuick Start GuideAudioengine brochure
What's in the Box of Cambridge Audio Minx X201?
Here are the items that come with the Minx X201:
Powered subwooferGrille (installed)6-feet AC power cordInstallation GuideImportant Safety Instructions
 Low Frequency Response |
33 Hz
vs
36 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Price per pair* |
299USD
vs
449USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Wireless Operation |
Optional
vs
No
|
Connect your subwoofer to your system wireless |
| Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
6 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 High Frequency Response |
200k Hz
vs
132k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Passive Radiator |
two 6.5-inch
vs
None
|
Increases the bass performance |
 Height |
220mm
vs
250mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
537cm2
vs
621cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
| General |
Audioengine S6 |
Cambridge Audio Minx X201 |
| Brand |
Audioengine |
Cambridge Audio |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
140 watts |
200 watts |
| Frequency Response |
33-132 Hz |
36-200 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
140-watt RMS |
200-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
6" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Treated paper |
Aluminum |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
front |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
250.0mm (9.8") |
220.0mm (8.7") |
| Width |
221.0mm (8.7") |
210.0mm (8.3") |
| Depth |
281.0mm (11.1") |
256.0mm (10.1") |
| Weight |
7.00kg (15.4lbs) |
5.00kg (11lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Acoustic Suspension |
Passive Radiator |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
3 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |
3 Years |