Atlantic Technology 102SB-BLK Powered Subwoofer, Black

Atlantic Technology 102SB-BLK Powered Subwoofer, Black
Manufacturer: Atlantic Technology
Product Type: CE

Editorial Review:
Product Description
The 102SB subwoofer has been engineered using the latest technology and finest components available.The 8" long-throw composite cone driver is equipped with a vented motor structure and 2" high temperature, 4-layer voice coil. This powerful driver has a very stiff cone that acts like a piston throughout its operating range. Its massive magnetic motor assembly and high temperature component parts deliver exceptional performance and reliability.Sealed enclosure woofer designs are inherently low in distortion and deliver deep smooth bass response with a gradual and predictable roll-off below resonance. Atlantic Technology has paid close attention to providing accurate musical bass reproduction along with terrific special effects.The output stage of this amplifier is capable of very high current delivery for exceptional driver control and cool operation.Many subwoofers offer specifications that look great on paper, but in real world use deliver less than promised. Atlantic Technology subwoofers are over-designed to ensure that they will deliver their rated performance in your room, when properly placed and adjusted.The steep upper end roll-off slope of 18dB per octave allows for much better bass integration with the satellite speakers while making the woofer less localizable.The outputs allow daisy chaining of multiple subwoofers, or as a return path back to the processor.The Phase Invert switch (Normal/Invert) allows precise acoustic matching with satellite speaker systems whose output may be phase reversed. This switch also allows you to compensate for unusual room acoustics that occur when the woofer is physically separated from the main speakers.Automatic Standby features signal sensing turn-on with 7-10 minute turn-off delay. There's a multi-color LED status indicator that lets you know when the unit is on or in standby. Automatic Standby can be defeated by placing the rear mounted switch in the ON position.
Amazon.com Product Description
No home theater or music system is complete without a powered subwoofer, as it provides the deep bass response that adds drama to a movie's action scenes and makes music come alive. The Atlantic 102SB--a compact model designed to produce consistently realistic, convincing bass effects at an affordable price--is no exception. The sub's bass output stems from its 8-inch, long-throw, composite cone driver and 2-inch, four-layer voice coil, which combine to deliver a frequency range of 34 to 250 Hz. The driver cone is also extremely stiff, helping it act like a piston throughout its operating range to minimize distortion. Add in a massive magnetic motor assembly and high-temperature component parts and you have a sub that's equal parts performance and reliability.

Power-wise, the 102SB is outfitted with a 100-watt, high-current amplifier that's been precision matched and equalized to the driver. This ensures powerful, controlled bass with great articulation and authority. The sub's sealed enclosure design, meanwhile, also helps keep distortion at a minimum while enhancing the deep bass output. And unlike many competing subwoofers, Atlantic puts as much emphasis on accurate musical reproduction as it does on explosive special effects, helping the sub excel in a variety of audio applications.

Additional features include an adjustable (40 to 140 Hz) low-pass crossover that helps with speaker integration; a pair of low-level inputs and outputs that allows listeners to daisy chain multiple subwoofers; a phase invert switch that enables users to acoustically match satellite speaker systems with a phase-reversed output; and automatic standby operation with signal sensing turn-on and a 7- to 10-minute turnoff delay.

The 102SB, which comes in an attractive black enclosure, measures 13.2 by 13 by 12.2 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a 90-day warranty on parts and labor.

What's in the Box
Subwoofer, user's manual.