In this review, we will be comparing R-8SW and S 808 SUB, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from Klipsch and Jamo. 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 Klipsch R-8SW and Jamo S 808 SUB first before getting into our more detailed comparison.
In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the Klipsch R-8SW and Jamo S 808 SUB 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.Klipsch R-8SWand Jamo S 808 SUB have the same driver set up: Both subwoofers have 1 x 8" drivers.
Frequency Response
R-8SW has a frequency range of 38-120 Hz whereas S 808 SUB has a frequency range of 39-180 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 38Hz, the R-8SW can go slightly deeper then the S 808 SUB's min frequency of 39Hz.
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
Both Klipsch R-8SW and Jamo S 808 SUB have Bass Reflex type cabinets. Bass Reflex type subwoofers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the 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 Klipsch R-8SW's and Jamo S 808 SUB's external dimensions. Klipsch R-8SW has external dimensions of 335.0 x 299.0 x 345.0mm ( 13-3/16 x 11-3/4 x 13-9/16inch) whereas Jamo S 808 SUB has external dimensions of 459.0 x 178.0 x 356.0mm ( 18-1/16 x 7 x 14inch) .
Klipsch R-8SW is 124mm shorter and 11mm less deeper than Jamo S 808 SUB but it is also 121mm wider.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Klipsch R-8SW and Jamo S 808 SUB in scale.
Comparison image of Klipsch R-8SW and Jamo S 808 SUB Size and External Dimensions
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 Klipsch R-8SW is approximately 1031.6cm2 / 159.9inch2 and base area of the Jamo S 808 SUB is approximately 633.7cm2 / 98.2inch2. The R-8SW requires 63% more surface area than the S 808 SUB 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 Klipsch R-8SW weighs 6.82kg / 15lbs and the Jamo S 808 SUB weighs 8.64kg / 19lbs. This makes the S 808 SUB 27% heavier than the R-8SW.
Here is a comparison of how R-8SW and S 808 SUB's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.
Weight
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What's in the Box of Klipsch R-8SW?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of R-8SW:
Powered sub6.5-feet AC power cordUser ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Sheet
What's in the Box of Jamo S 808 SUB?
Here are the items that come with the S 808 SUB:
Powered subwooferGrille5-feet AC power cord6.5-feet Mono-RCA cable4 Rubber feetUser ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
 Low Frequency Response |
38 Hz
vs
39 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Height |
335mm
vs
459mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 High Frequency Response |
180k Hz
vs
120k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Base Surface Area |
633cm2
vs
1031cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
149USD
vs
349USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Klipsch Reference R-8SW |
Jamo S 808 SUB |
| Brand |
Klipsch |
Jamo |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Subwoofer |
Powered Subwoofer |
| Max Amplifier Output |
50 watts |
50 watts |
| Frequency Response |
38-120 Hz |
39-180 Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
50-watt RMS |
50-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
n/a |
100-watt RMS |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
8" |
| Woofer Composition |
Copper IMG |
Polyfiber |
| Tweeter Size |
- |
- |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Firing Direction |
bottom |
Side |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
335.0mm (13.2") |
459.0mm (18.1") |
| Width |
299.0mm (11.8") |
178.0mm (7") |
| Depth |
345.0mm (13.6") |
356.0mm (14") |
| Weight |
6.82kg (15lbs) |
8.64kg (19lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
2 Years |
2 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
2 Years |
2 Years |