subwoofer
[ suhb-woof-er ]
/ ˈsʌbˌwʊf ər /
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noun
a loudspeaker component designed to reproduce only extremely low bass frequencies, generally below 125 Hz.
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How to use subwoofer in a sentence
In more complex multi-speaker set-ups, subwoofers play the sounds at the lowest end of the audio spectrum.
Best computer speakers: Make music, video chats, and more a whole lot clearer|Jeremy Helligar|January 12, 2021|Popular ScienceMany miniature soundbars pack Bluetooth connectivity, subwoofers, and other special features into their cases without a hitch, so you don’t have to worry about sacrificing essential features just to ensure that your smaller rooms don’t get cluttered.
Best soundbar: immersive sound for your home entertainment center|PopSci Commerce Team|December 18, 2020|Popular ScienceUnlike single soundbar systems, a five-channel surround sound setup will usually include satellite speakers for placement behind your seating area and a dedicated subwoofer in addition to the main soundbar.
Best soundbar: immersive sound for your home entertainment center|PopSci Commerce Team|December 18, 2020|Popular ScienceYou can find soundbars with subwoofers priced anywhere from $200 to a grand, but anything is better than your TV’s built-in audio.
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British Dictionary definitions for subwoofer
subwoofer
/ (ˈsʌbˌwuːfə) /
noun
a loudspeaker for reproducing very low frequencies only
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