May 11, 2020
Read MoreBIC America F12 vs Pioneer SW-8MK2 review
Pioneer SW-8MK2 review
This is an active 8-inch subwoofer. The low-frequency output from this subwoofer is excellent, loud enough for medium-sized rooms. The nominal output power is small, only 50 watts. The SW-8MK2 is a perfect size, it sounds amazing, and the bass is solid.
Pioneer SW-8MK2 vs BIC America F12 has a better quality. You cannot make a mistake with the quality of Pioneer. The design looks great and very compact. The subwoofer has a strapless crossover that can be set from 40 to 150 Hz, which allows you to use a subwoofer with virtually any full-range speaker.
BIC America F12 review
It has a 12-inch driver size. BIC America F12 real find for collectors and connoisseurs of beautiful sound. The sound is detailed and clear. There is ventilation BIC "Venturi" eliminates port noise. BIC America F12 has 150 watts power vs Pioneer SW-8MK2 has only 50 W.
The body is made of MDF board. It has a very nice metallic look. F12 weighs 9,2 kg. The F12 also has an adjustable crossover, volume control, automatic signal recognition, high-level inputs, as well as Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Digital / DTS inputs.
Pioneer SW-8MK2 pros & cons
Pros
- The design of the front glass makes it easy to find a suitable place for its adjustment
- It sounds great and looks good
Cons
- This low-frequency speaker was inaccurate during short bursts of sound effects.
BIC America F12 pros & cons
Pros
- Impeccable crossover design with adjustable handle
- The 180-degree phase switch
Cons
- Heat up strongly under high load
BIC America F12 vs Pioneer SW-8MK2
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Product
BIC America F12
Pioneer SW-8MK2
Model
F12
SW-8MK2
Brand
BIC America
Pioneer
Reviews
1980
716
General
Amplification type
active
active
Wireless
Detachable grilles
Enclosure type
vented
vented
Power
Nominal output power (RMS), W
150
50
Maximal output power (RMS), W
475
100
Audio performance
Sensitivity, dB
90
80
Impedance, Ohm
8
8
Frequency response, Hz
25-200
38-150
Crossover frequency, Hz
40-90
31-125
Driver
Driver quantity
1
1
Driver size, in
12
8
Driver placement
front panel
down firing
Port placement
back side
front panel
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
Extensive connection
RCA LFE inputs
1
0
RCA stereo line level inputs (pair)
1
1
RCA outputs
0
0
XLR inputs (pair)
0
0
XLR outputs (pair)
0
0
Speaker level output (pair)
2
0
Speaker level input (pair)
2
2
Control
Volume
Subwoofer phase
Low-pass filter
Main power switch
App control
Desing
Body material
MDF
MDF
Woofer composition
polymer
polymer
Colors
black
black
Dimensions
Dimensions (W x H x D), cm/in
27.9 x 30.8 x 33/19 x 21 x 22
27 x 27 x 30/12.2 x 12.2 x 14.2
Weight, kg/pounds
9.2/20
9.3/20.2
Other
Release year
2012
2014
Subwoofers CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 7.3BIC America F12
- 6Pioneer SW-8MK2
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