Klipsch KSW 12

48 reviews

May, 2024

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price (19)
usability (9)
reliability (5)
size (2)
design (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 48 reviews of Klipsch KSW 12. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviews about the size and reliability are generally positive. The usability and price also get good opinions, whereas reviews are divided on the design.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Klipsch KSW 12 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 17 user reviews of Klipsch KSW 12 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People really like the reliability. There are some less positive comments about the usability, and there are some mixed opinions about the price.

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94% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

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Klipsch KSW-12

Back on track, value for money is paramount when considering your home theater setup and the Klipsch KSW-12 delivers. The performance available from the woofer is brilliant value for this range of speaker, so providing you can locate one at your local...

Brilliant performerLack of thought in designBecoming harder to findTrusted manufacturer

No choice of color

The KSW-12 gives a maximum ground shaking output of 113db for all...

Aug, 2009

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Expert review by : Jutta Dziwnik (avhub.com.au)

Klipsch KSW-12

As you’d expect from Klipsch the KSW-12 is excellently finished though the stippled black finish is clearly a synthetic rather than a real wood veneer. The ‘12’ in the model name indicates the driver diameter is 12-inches...

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Expert review by : Jutta Dziwnik (avhub.com.au)

Review: Klipsch KSW-12 Subwoofer

As you'd expect from Klipsch, the KSW-12 is excellently finished, though the stippled black finish is clearly a synthetic, rather than a real wood veneer. The ‘12' in the model name indicates the driver diameter is 12-inches, differentiating it from...

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

follow up review.. Kudos to Klipsch!

I had 3 of these units burn out on me all within a few weeks of ownership. I purchased 2 subs, the first failed so quickly I had Newegg replace it for me, but then the other one and the replacement both needed to be sent back to Klipsch. All 3 failed...

Klipsch WILL honor your 2 year factory warrantee despite this product being discontinued. They will replace it with a different, brand new unit of equal or greater value. They may be old, but they are sold brand new by Newegg and come with a factory...

This sub will most likely burn out and you will have to get a replacement from Klipsch if it is after NewEgg's 30-day policy. The speaker sounds good and the construction is top notch, but unfortunately the power amp is no good and will fail. I did not...

Feb, 2016

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Excellent

Significant upgrade over Pioneer SW-8MK2. Plays very deep, you can definitely feel the bass. Can't go wrong with Klipsch, especially for $150.

None.

Jan, 2016

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Perfect sub!

I can recommend this sub ti my friends

Reach powerful bass for home theater. 12in dia driver, auto switch on/off. Looks cool.

non

Dec, 2015

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Good Value

Remember this is not a $1000+ sub so don't expect it to perform like one. If you want a Velodyne then buy it. Friends and family always ask me what electronics they should buy. I tell them if it sounds good to you then buy it. I sold stereo equipment...

Price. Does the job. At this price point I believe you would be hard pressed to find a better sub. I was worried about reviews about reliability and I have run it straight for 72 hours and no shut down or blown fuses. Not sure if this is a pro but this...

The knob doesn't go to 11 anymore - original had 0-11. Older folks may remember Spinal Tap. I didn't buy two when they were on sale. Wished you could turn off the light on the front when it's on - not a deal breaker though

Oct, 2015

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Good Value

Oct, 2015

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Suck!! Blown in 2 months.

Sun started blowing fuses in two months. This is the 2nd klipsch Sub I've had to do this. Klipsch didn't replace the first one it was out of warranty. Same thing happened with this one. Both subs are on different receivers. Same results. Of you play it...

Plenty

Sep, 2015

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