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PSB SubSeries 150 vs Bowers Wilkins Bowers & Wilkins ASW610 Comparison
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PSB SubSeries 150

Powered Subwoofer | 26-150 Hz

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B&W ASW610

Powered Subwoofer | 27-140 Hz

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PSB SubSeries 150 vs B&W ASW610 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing SubSeries 150 and ASW610, two Powered Subwoofer speakers from PSB and Bowers Wilkins. 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 PSB SubSeries 150 and B&W ASW610 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

PSB SubSeries 150 Key Specs

  • 6.5" Polypropylene Woofer
  • 26-150 Hz Frequency Response
  • 100 watts Max Amplifier Output
  • Weight:6.05kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 280.0" x 17-9/16" x 5-5/8"( 280.0 x 447.0 x 143.0mm )

B&W ASW610 Key Specs

  • 10" Paper/Aramid Fiber Woofer
  • 27-140 Hz Frequency Response
  • 200 watts Max Amplifier Output
  • Weight:12.55kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 321.0" x 12-1/4" x 15-1/2"( 321.0 x 312.0 x 394.0mm )

In the following sections, we will get into details in order to better understand how the PSB SubSeries 150 and B&W ASW610 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 PSB SubSeries 150and B&W ASW610 have a single woofer setup however the PSB SubSeries 150's woofer is 6.5-inch whereas the B&W ASW610 features a 10-inch woofer.

Frequency Response

SubSeries 150 has a frequency range of 26-150 Hz whereas ASW610 has a frequency range of 27-140 Hz. With a minimum frequency of 26Hz, the SubSeries 150 can go slightly deeper then the ASW610's min frequency of 27Hz.

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

PSB SubSeries 150
B&W ASW610
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Subwoofer Speakers

PSB SubSeries 150
B&W ASW610
Min
Average
Max

Cabinet Type

Both PSB SubSeries 150 and B&W ASW610 have Acoustic Suspension type cabinets. 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 PSB SubSeries 150's and B&W ASW610's external dimensions. PSB SubSeries 150 has external dimensions of 280.0 x 447.0 x 143.0mm ( 11 x 17-9/16 x 5-5/8inch) whereas B&W ASW610 has external dimensions of 321.0 x 312.0 x 394.0mm ( 12-5/8 x 12-1/4 x 15-1/2inch) .

PSB SubSeries 150 is 41mm shorter and 251mm less deeper than B&W ASW610 but it is also 135mm wider.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of PSB SubSeries 150 and B&W ASW610 in scale.

PSB SubSeries 150 vs B&W ASW610 Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of PSB SubSeries 150 and B&W ASW610 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 PSB SubSeries 150 is approximately 639.2cm2 / 99.1inch2 and base area of the B&W ASW610 is approximately 1229.3cm2 / 190.5inch2. The SubSeries 150 requires 48% less surface area than the ASW610 which gives it a small advantage 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 PSB SubSeries 150 weighs 6.05kg / 13.3lbs and the B&W ASW610 weighs 12.55kg / 27.6lbs. This makes the ASW610 107% heavier than the SubSeries 150.

Here is a comparison of how SubSeries 150 and ASW610's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Subwoofer class.

Weight
All Subwoofer Speakers
PSB SubSeries 150
B&W ASW610
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What's in the Box of PSB SubSeries 150?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of SubSeries 150:
  • Powered subwoofer
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • 2 Mounting feet
  • Wall-mount bracket
  • Quick Start Subwoofer Guide
  • Limited Warranty sheet
  • Important Safety Instructions
  • What's in the Box of B&W ASW610?

    Here are the items that come with the ASW610:
  • Powered subwoofer
  • Grille
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • 4 Rubber feet
  • 4 Spike feet
  • 4 Lock-nuts
  • Manual
  • Bowers & Wilkins brochure
  • Warranty Information

  • Reasons to choose PSB SubSeries 150 over Bowers & Wilkins ASW610
    Low Frequency Response 26 Hz vs 27 Hz Generates deeper bass
    High Frequency Response 150k Hz vs 140k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Height 280mm vs 321mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 639cm2 vs 1229cm2 Takes less floor space
    Reasons to choose Bowers & Wilkins ASW610 over PSB SubSeries 150
    Woofer Size 10 inches vs 6.5 inches Larger woofer
    PSB SubSeries 150 vs B&W ASW610 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General PSB SubSeries 150 Bowers & Wilkins ASW610
    Brand PSB Bowers Wilkins
    Speaker Type Powered Subwoofer Powered Subwoofer
    Max Amplifier Output 100 watts 200 watts
    Frequency Response 26-150 Hz 27-140 Hz
    Amplifier
    Watts RMS (Continuous) 100-watt RMS 200-watt RMS
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 6.5" 10"
    Woofer Composition Polypropylene Paper/Aramid Fiber
    Woofer Surround Material n/a Rubber
    Tweeter Size - -
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Firing Direction front front
    Physical Specs
    Height 280.0mm (11") 321.0mm (12.6")
    Width 447.0mm (17.6") 312.0mm (12.3")
    Depth 143.0mm (5.6") 394.0mm (15.5")
    Weight 6.05kg (13.3lbs) 12.55kg (27.6lbs)
    Enclosure Acoustic Suspension Acoustic Suspension
    Grille n/a Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Other
    Parts Warranty 1 Year 2 Years
    Labor Warranty 1 Year 2 Years

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