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Top 10 Best Compact Car Subwoofers
for March 2023

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The quality of your sound system can make or break the listening experience in your car. Most people don't think about upgrading their sound system until their car's speakers start sounding muffled or scratchy. But upgrading your sound system doesn't have to be expensive or time-consuming. Compact car subwoofers are the perfect solution to give your music the boost it deserves. Compact car subwoofers are installed directly into your vehicle's trunk to give your music deep, powerful bass. Compact car subwoofers deliver their bass through a separate subwoofer box, which can either be built-in or removable.

Compact car subwoofers generate low-frequency sound through a system of magnets, coils, and drivers. The magnets and coils create a magnetic field that attracts the electrons on the driver, accelerating them and creating sound waves. Compact car subwoofers range in price from about $100 to more than $1,000. Some compact car subwoofers feature a built-in amplifier, and others require an external amplifier. Here are the best compact car subwoofers of 2022, according to testing and popular reviews.

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Devmo GELF 10

Devmo GELF 10" Compact Enclosed Powered Subwoofer for CAR

by DEVMO
What We like

We provide you with high-quality super-long cables and control wires, so you don't need to buy other accessories.

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Product Features

  • Tuned by a senior sound engineer, it has strong and elastic low frequency, which makes every note vibrate in your ear.
  • The two-in-one configuration of the power amplifier and the loudspeaker makes the installation in one step and saves the space inside the car. It has an ultra-thin thickness of 2.7 inches and can be installed under most car seats.
  • This ultra-thin subwoofer is designed to be placed at the bottom of the car seat, bringing you a more wonderful journey experience.
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Powered Car Subwoofer by Massive Audio BOOM88 Car Woofer Under Seat Slim Hideaway - Low Profile Compact Underseat Woofer with Amazing Sound - Built in Amplifier, 8 Inch 400 Watt, Gain Remote Include

Powered Car Subwoofer by Massive Audio Car BOOM88 Woofer Under Seat Slim Hideaway

by Massive Audio
What We like

GREAT QUALITY PRODUCT THAT WILL LAST LONGER | Don't settle for under powered and underwhelming active subs that are not efficient or distort at high power. With our premium features like Heavy Duty Aluminum Heat Sinks, Nickel Plated Connectors, Heavy Duty Power Supplies and Hi-E Capacitor filters with wide dynamic range and Class A/B design you will enjoy clearer sound reproduction than higher priced models.

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Product Features

  • HIGH PERFORMANCE CAR AUDIO POWERED SUBWOOFER | One of the best deals you will ever find on a high quality hideaway powered subwoofer anywhere! This car audio active subwoofer with powered enclosure features: 200w x 1 RMS @ 4 Ohm / 400w x 1 Max, Freq: 20Hz 125Hz @ -1dB, N-Channel Circuitry for High-Efficiency, 0 - 12 dB Boost @ 50Hz, Short Circuit, Thermal, Reverse Voltage and Over Voltage Protection. This super slim hideaway powered subwoofer will OUTPERFORM most other competitors 10 and 12
  • SOLD INDIVIDUALLY | PRODUCES POWERFUL, CLEAN, FULL SOUND | Don't settle for a weak sounding and underpowered subwoofer just because you dont have the space! This car audio subwoofer with amplifier features: Built-in OEM hi-level inputs that can take a high level speaker signal directly into the amplifier. Or use standard RCA inputs. Input Sensitivity low level 250mVrms ~ 9Vrms.
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Devmo GELF 8

Devmo GELF 8" Compact Enclosed Powered Subwoofer for CAR

by DEVMO
What We like

We provide you with high-quality super-long cables and control wires, so you don't need to buy other accessories.

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Product Features

  • The two-in-one configuration of the power amplifier and the loudspeaker makes the installation in one step and saves the space inside the car. It has an ultra-thin thickness of 2.7 inches and can be installed under most car seats.
  • This ultra-thin subwoofer is designed to be placed at the bottom of the car seat, bringing you a more wonderful journey experience.
  • Tuned by a senior sound engineer, it has strong and elastic low frequency, which makes every note vibrate in your ear.
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Skar Audio SK-SW8A 8

Skar Audio SK-SW8A 8" 150 Watt Compact Powered Active Car with Subwoofer 8 Gauge OFC Skar Audio Amp Wiring Kit Bundle

by Skar Audio
What We like

Includes x1 Skar Audio SKAR8MANL-OFC 8 Gauge Premium OFC Amplifier Wiring Kit

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Product Features

  • 8" Powered/Active Under Seat Low-Profile Subwoofer Enclosure & Wiring Kit Bundle
  • Power Output: 150 Watts, Bring Loud Bass to the Tightest Locations
  • Includes x1 Skar Audio SK-SW8A 8" Active Ultra-Compact Loaded Subwoofer Enclosure
  • RCA & Speaker Level Inputs, Includes Bass Remote Control Knob and Wire
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Sound Storm Laboratories LOPRO8 Amplified Car Subwoofer - 600 Watts Max Power, Low Profile, 8 Inch Subwoofer, Remote Subwoofer Control, Great For Vehicles That Need Bass But Have Limited Space, Black

Sound Storm Laboratories Amplified LOPRO8 Car Subwoofer

by Sound Storm Laboratories
What We like

DIMENSIONS: 15 x 9.75 x 3. If you are short on space, this is a great solution for you. The combination of amplifier and subwoofer all into one, makes this ideal for spatially challenged vehicles

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Product Features

  • HIGH LEVEL INPUTS: Speaker level inputs are commonly referred to as high-level inputs. It will be used to connect the LOPRO8 to your factory radio or an aftermarket radio that does not have low-level (RCA) inputs
  • VARIABLE LOW-PASS FILTER: A low-pass filter is an electronic circuit that removes all the notes below the filter's frequency setting. You will use the Low-pass filter to primarily keep high notes out of your subwoofer(s)
  • BUILT-IN AMPLIFIER: With a MOSFET power supply you get improved switching speeds, better performance with less power from the driver, lower gate-to-drain feedback capacitance, lower thermal impedance for higher switching frequencies
  • VARIABLE BASS BOOST: Variable Bass Boost allows you to adjust the low bass within the boost range to just the way you like it
  • LOW LEVEL INPUTS: Line level inputs, also known as RCA inputs or low-level inputs, use RCA interconnect cables to link the LOPRO8 with the source unit. Most aftermarket radios have multiple pairs of RCA outputs that can connect to multiple amplifiers
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Recoil SL1708 400 Watt 8

Recoil SL1708 400 Watt 8" Under-Seat Slim Car Amplified Subwoofer with Installation Wiring Kits

by RECOIL
What We like

Easy-to-use control adjustments conveniently located on side of unit. Remote bass volume control knob

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Product Features

  • Built-in Class-AB amplifier, "All-In-One Bass Addition Package "no need for external amplifier
  • Die-cast aluminum heatsink.High quality material design and craftsmanship.Supports RCA (low level) OR speaker(high level) signal input from audio source
  • All in one 8"(210mm) subwoofer with small unit design to fit under most vehicle seats
  • Adjustable GAIN control to match original vehicle system, so all speakers complement each other
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Alphasonik AS8DF 8 inch 600 Watts 4-Ohm Down Fire Shallow Mount Flat Enclosed Sub woofer for Tight Spaces in Cars and Trucks, Slim Thin Loaded Subwoofer Air Tight Sealed Bass Enclosure

PIONEER Alphasonik AS8DF 8 inch 600 Watts 4-Ohm Down Fire Shallow Flat Mount Enclosed Sub woofer for Tight Spaces in Cars and Trucks

by Pionner
What We like

Enclosure Dimensions: 12.09" x 5.7" x 9.45" / 307mm x 145mm x 240mm

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Product Features

  • Cone Material: Spun Aluminum Cone | Surround Material: High Strength Rubber EPDM Enhanced Surround
  • Final Impedance: 4-Ohm | Copper Wound Kapton Voice Coil | Push Type Terminals
  • Power Rating: 200 Watts RMS / 600 Watts Max
  • Sensitivity: 90dB | Frequency Response: 32Hz - 500Hz
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Rockville RWS12CA Slim 1200 Watt 12

Rockville RWS12CA Slim 1200 Watt 12" Car Powered Subwoofer Enclosure + Wire Kit

by Rockville
What We like

3 8 Gauge Super Flex Ground Wire. Gold Plated AGU Heat Resistant Fuse Holder. 60 Amp AGU Gold Plated Fuse. 7 Split Tube Loom. Accessories Included: Wire Ties, Ring Terminals, Butt Connectors, Spades, and Grommets. Soft abrasion proof insulating jacket allows for 100% improved flexibility. PVC outer jacket can with-stand an extreme temperature range of -40 to 220 degrees F

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Product Features

  • Rockville RWK81 8 Gauge 4 Channel Car Amplifier Wiring Installation Kit. (1) 17 High Grade Twisted Pair of 100% Copper RCA Cable. 17 8 Gauge Translucent Blue Super Flex Power Cables. 17 18 Gauge Blue Remote Cable. 17 16 Gauge Clear Speaker Wire. 3 8 Gauge Super Flex Ground Wire.
  • Rockville RWS12CA Slim 1200 Watt 12 Amplified Powered Car Subwoofer Enclosure. 1200 Watts Peak power output. 300 Watts RMS. 12 Super Slim Subwoofer. Ultra Stiff Composite Pulp Cone with Kevlar Reinforcement. 3D Molded Acrylic Dust Cap. Expanded & Rolled Steal Basket. High Density Laminated Foam Surround. High Power Strontium Magnet with Ultra Saturated High BL Motor Structure
  • Rockville RWS12CA Slim 1200 Watt 12 Amplified Powered Car Subwoofer Enclosure. 1200 Watts Peak power output. 300 Watts RMS. 12 Super Slim Subwoofer. Ultra Stiff Composite Pulp Cone with Kevlar Reinforcement. 3D Molded Acrylic Dust Cap. Expanded & Rolled Steal Basket. High Density Laminated Foam Surround. High Power Strontium Magnet with Ultra Saturated High BL Motor Structure
  • Rockville RWK81 8 Gauge Complete Amp Installation Wire Kit with 100 % Copper RCA
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Kenwood KSC-PSW8 8

Kenwood KSC-PSW8 8" 250w Slim Under-Seat Car/Truck Powered Subwoofer + Wire Kit

by KENWOOD
What We like

Accessories Included: Wire Ties, Ring Terminals, Butt Connectors, Spades, and Grommets . Soft abrasion proof insulating jacket allows for 100% improved flexibility. PVC outer jacket can with-stand an extreme temperature range of -40 to 220 degrees F

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Product Features

  • Package: Kenwood KSC-PSW8 8" 250w Slim Under-Seat Active Powered Car/Truck Subwoofer Sub + Rockville RWK10 10 Gauge 2 Channel Complete Car Amplifier Installation Kit With a Set of 100% Copper RCA Cables and ANL Fuse Holder
  • Frequency Response (Hz): 35Hz-150Hz. Max Power (W): 250W. RMS Power (W): 150W. Sensitivity (dB at 1m): 81dB. Dimension (W x H x D): 13-3/4" x 2-15/16" x 9-7/16"
  • Rockville RWK10 10 Gauge 2 Channel Car Amplifier Wiring Installation Kit. (1) 17 High Grade Twisted Pair of 100% Copper RCA Cable. 17' 10 Gauge Translucent Blue SuperFlex Power Cables. 17 18 Gauge Blue Remote Cable. 17 16 Gauge Clear Speaker Wire. 3' 10 Gauge Clear SuperFlex Ground Wire. Gold Plated AGU Heat Resistant Fuse Holder. 40 Amp ATU Inline Fuse. 7 Split Tube Loom.
  • Kenwood KSC-PSW8 8" 250w Slim Under-Seat Active Powered Car/Truck Subwoofer Sub. Powered subwoofer. 20cm woofer. Aluminum Die-cast frame. Noise-less sound. Wired remote (Level/Freq./phase control). Line(RCA) + speaker level input. Signal sensing power control. Woofer Size: 8.
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JBL BassPro SL 8-inch 125W RMS Powered Under-Seat Compact Subwoofer Enclosure System (250 watts RMS: 125 watts)

JBL BassPro SL 8-inch 125W RMS Powered Under-Seat Subwoofer Compact Enclosure System (250 watts RMS: 125 watts)

by HARMAN INTERNATIONAL
What We like

Efficient Class D amplifier

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Product Features

  • Optional wired bass remote controller
  • 8-inch JBL BassPro SL powered under-seat compact subwoofer enclosure
  • Power output: Peak: 250 watts RMS: 125 watts
  • Soft start turn-on, speaker-level (high-level) inputs with Audio Sense Auto-on
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