Silver W-12 is a Sealed type Powered Subwoofer by Monitor Audio with a frequency range of 20-120 Hz. It features 1 x 12" C-CAM Woofer, and powered by a 500 watts amplifier.
Silver W-12 is a member of Monitor Audio 's Silver series of Powered subwoofers. Below you can see the main specs of these subwoofers as well as review and comparison links.
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Frequency Response
Monitor Audio Silver W-12 has a Frequency response range of 20-120 Hz at ±3dB. Thanks to its 1 x 12-inch driver and 500 watts RMS amplifier, the Silver W-12 can go as low as 20 Hz which means you can get a Full range (20Hz-20kHz) listening experience when coupled with almost any loudspeaker in the market.
Here we have a comparison of how Silver W-12's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Powered Subwoofers
Monitor Audio Silver W-12
High Frequency
Subwoofer Speakers
Monitor Audio Silver W-12
Among all subwoofers in our database with a max MSRP price of 3000$, these are the 5 Powered Subwoofer models that can reach deeper bass levels than the Monitor Audio Silver W-12's 20Hz:
Low-Pass CrossoverMonitor Audio Silver W-12 has a variable Low-pass filter (LFP) which lets you choose a frequency level between 40-120 Hz in order to block any frequencies above that point from reaching the amplifier.
Inputs and Outputs
- PreampLevel Inputs: LFE, Stereo RCA
- SpeakerLevel Inputs: No
- SpeakerLevel Outputs: No
- Wireless: No
Monitor Audio Silver W-12 External Dimensions and Weight
Monitor Audio Silver W-12 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 13-15/16 x 13-7/16 x 17-1/2inch (355.0 x 342.0 x 445.0mm ).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of Monitor Audio Silver W-12 is approximately 1521.9cm2 / 235.9inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Monitor Audio Silver W-12, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Monitor Audio Silver W-12 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Monitor Audio Silver W-12 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
Monitor Audio Silver W-12 Subwoofer next to a Media Stand
WeightThe Monitor Audio Silver W-12 weighs 20.14kg / 44.3lbs. Weight of a subwoofer is an important factor when you need to move and reposition the unit often to find the optimal positioning, also known as 'Subwoofer Crawling'. Here is a comparison of how Silver W-12's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Subwoofer Speakers
Monitor Audio Silver W-12
Weight
Subwoofer Speakers under $3000
Monitor Audio Silver W-12
Cabinet type and Materials
Monitor Audio Silver W-12 has a
Acoustic Suspension type cabinet. Acoustic suspension aka Sealed subwoofers are preferred for music oriented systems whereas the Ported subwoofers are generally accepted to be more suitable for home theatre systems.
Port Position
Monitor Audio Silver W-12 is a front-firing port speaker , which gives you more flexibility compared to rear firing speakers when you need to place it close against a wall or other surfaces.
Does the Monitor Audio Silver W-12 come with a Grille?
Silver W-12 comes with grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible.
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Silver W-12?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Silver W-12:
Powered sub6-feet AC power cordGrilleAuto setup mic (w/ attached 19.5-feet cable)10.75-feet Mono minijack cable4 FeetOwners ManualImportant Safety Instructions
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Monitor Audio Silver W-12.
Warranty
2 Years of parts warranty and 2 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.