In this review, we will be comparing SuperSub X and CW10, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from GoldenEar and Monitor 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 GoldenEar SuperSub X and Monitor Audio CW10 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the GoldenEar SuperSub X and Monitor Audio CW10 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.GoldenEar SuperSub X and Monitor Audio CW10 have a totally different setup: the GoldenEar SuperSub X features 2 x 8-inch drivers whereas the CW10 features 1 x 10-inch drivers.
Frequency Response
SuperSub X has a frequency range of 12-250 Hz whereas CW10 has a frequency range of 32-135 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 12Hz, the SuperSub X can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the CW10's min frequency of 32Hz.
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
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High Frequency
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Cabinet Type
The GoldenEar SuperSub X has a Passive Radiator type cabinet. 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. On the other hand the Monitor Audio CW10 have Acoustic Suspension type enclosure. 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.
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 GoldenEar SuperSub X's and Monitor Audio CW10's external dimensions. GoldenEar SuperSub X has external dimensions of 324.0 x 356.0 x 388.0mm ( 12-3/4inch x 14inch x 15-1/4inch ) whereas Monitor Audio CW10 has external dimensions of 318.0 x 307.0 x 375.0mm ( 12-1/2 x 12-1/16 x 14-3/4inch) .
GoldenEar SuperSub X is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 49mm wider, 6mm taller and 13mm deeper than Monitor Audio CW10.
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 GoldenEar SuperSub X is approximately 1381.3cm2 / 214.1inch2 and base area of the Monitor Audio CW10 is approximately 1151.3cm2 / 178.5inch2. The SuperSub X requires 20% more surface area than the CW10 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 GoldenEar SuperSub X weighs 18.18kg / 40lbs and the Monitor Audio CW10 weighs 12.61kg / 27.7lbs. This makes the SuperSub X 44% heavier than the CW10.
Here is a comparison of how SuperSub X and CW10's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
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What's in the Box of GoldenEar SuperSub X?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of SuperSub X:
Powered Subwoofer10-feet AC power cordOwners Manual
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio CW10?
Here are the items that come with the CW10:
Powered subwooferGrille (pre-installed)4 Rubber feet (pre-installed)6-feet AC power cord10-feet Mono-minijack cableOwners ManualWarranty CardSafety Instructions
 Number of Woofers |
2
vs
1
|
More woofers |
| Low Frequency Response |
12 Hz
vs
32 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
250k Hz
vs
135k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Passive Radiator |
two 10.5-inch x 9.5-inch
vs
None
|
Increases the bass performance |
| Woofer Size |
10 inches
vs
8 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 Height |
318mm
vs
324mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
1151cm2 (307x375mm)
vs
1381cm2 (356x388mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
1325USD
vs
1499USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
GoldenEar SuperSub X |
Monitor Audio CW10 |
| Brand |
GoldenEar |
Monitor Audio |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
1400 watts |
400 watts |
| Frequency Response |
12-250 Hz |
32-135 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
1400-watt RMS |
400-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
10" |
| Woofer Composition |
Fiber |
C-CAM |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
side |
front |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
324.0mm (12.8") |
318.0mm (12.5") |
| Width |
356.0mm (14") |
307.0mm (12.1") |
| Depth |
388.0mm (15.3") |
375.0mm (14.8") |
| Weight |
18.18kg (40lbs) |
12.61kg (27.7lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Passive Radiator |
Acoustic Suspension |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |
5 Years |