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product_id: 5261104
title: "Klipsch R-12SW Powerful Deep Bass Front Firing 12\" Copper-Spun Driver 400W Digital Power Subwoofer 14\" X 18.5\" X 16\""
brand: "klipsch"
price: "VT227136"
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Klipsch"
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# 400W digital amplifier 12" copper-spun driver Low pass crossover & phase control Klipsch R-12SW Powerful Deep Bass Front Firing 12" Copper-Spun Driver 400W Digital Power Subwoofer 14" X 18.5" X 16"

**Brand:** klipsch
**Price:** VT227136
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Feel the bass, own the room — don’t just listen, dominate your soundscape!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Klipsch R-12SW Powerful Deep Bass Front Firing 12" Copper-Spun Driver 400W Digital Power Subwoofer 14" X 18.5" X 16" by klipsch
- **How much does it cost?** VT227136 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/5261104-klipsch-r-12sw-powerful-deep-bass-front-firing-12-copper)

## Best For

- klipsch enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted klipsch brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Dynamic 400W Power:** All-digital amplifier pumps out clean, distortion-free bass even at high volumes.
- • **Sleek, Modern Design:** Brushed black polymer veneer cabinet with satin plinth adds a sophisticated touch to any room.
- • **Seamless Compatibility:** Line/LFE inputs ensure effortless integration with most home theater receivers and setups.
- • **Tailored Sound Control:** Integrated low pass crossover and phase control let you customize bass response to your unique space.
- • **Deep, Room-Filling Bass:** 12" copper-spun woofer delivers powerful, precise low frequencies that transform your audio experience.

## Overview

The Klipsch R-12SW is a powerful 12" front-firing subwoofer featuring a copper-spun driver and a 400W all-digital amplifier. Designed for both music and movies, it offers a frequency response of 29-120 Hz with customizable low pass crossover and phase controls. Its sleek black polymer veneer cabinet fits stylishly into any home theater setup, while versatile line and LFE inputs ensure broad compatibility. Highly rated for delivering deep, clean bass, it’s a top choice for audiophiles seeking immersive sound.

## Description

Add robust bass impact to movies and music with the black Klipsch R-12SW 12" Subwoofer. This front-firing subwoofer features a 12" copper-spun woofer and delivers up to 400W of power. With a frequency response of 29 - 120 Hz, this model is equipped to handle a wide variety of listening material. Integrated low pass crossover and phase control settings allow you to optimize the sound of the subwoofer in your listening environment. For installation flexibility, LFE and line level inputs are onboard.

Review: Outstanding Sound, Deep Clean Bass, Loud! - Outstanding subwoofer. I have been into car and home audio since I was a teen in the early/mid 90s. I have owned home speakers from Klipsh, Bowers & Wilkins, Polk Audio, JBL Reference, Paradigm and car audio speakers from Focal, MB Quart, Infinity Kappa, Polk Audio, Diamond Audio, JBL to name a few so I know a thing or two about audio. I connected this sub to my Denon A/V Receiver, JBL Reference Fronts, Center and Bowers & Wilkins small surround speakers in a 12x16' room. This is a budget set up for my home Cigar Lounge. I set the gain to 30% in order to do the initial break in. I can tell you this sub sounds amazing for $220. At 30% gain it fills the room nicely with clean, deep bass. I really thought about spending the extra $ on the Klipsh SPL sub, I am glad I didnt as this is more than enough for my room and needs. This is a huge upgrade from my 12" Infinity Sub, extremely happy with it.
Review: Great product and value - Great bass, I actually had to turn it down quite a bit. Highly recommend!

## Features

- Powerful 12" copper-spun front-firing woofer
- All-digital amplifier delivers 400 watts of dynamic power
- Equally impressive with music and movies; Brushed black polymer veneer cabinet with satin painted plinth
- Low pass crossover and phase control
- Line/LFE inputs for compatibility with most receivers

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00MJ1YR8Y |
| Additional Features | Bass Boost, Built In Microphone |
| Antenna Location | For Surround Sound Systems |
| Audio Driver Size | 12 Inches |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo , Surround |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,437 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #4 in Home Audio Subwoofers |
| Brand | Klipsch |
| Built-In Media | Subwoofer |
| Color | Brushed Black Vinyl |
| Compatible Devices | Home Theater |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Car |
| Connectivity Protocol | Corded Electric |
| Connectivity Technology | wired |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Controller Type | Corded Electric |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 5,640 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic, Copper |
| Frequency Response | 29 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00743878026153, 00743878041958 |
| Is Waterproof | FALSE |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 18.5"D x 14"W x 16"H |
| Item Type Name | Klipsch 1016571 R-12SW 12" 400W Subwoofer Brushed Black Vinyl |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| MP3 player | No |
| Manufacturer | Klipsch |
| Maximum Range | 20 Meters |
| Model Name | R-12SW |
| Model Number | R-12SW |
| Mounting Type | Floor Standing |
| Number of Audio Channels | 5.1 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Speaker Maximum Output Power | 400 Watts |
| Speaker Size | 12 Inches |
| Speaker Type | Subwoofer |
| Specific Uses For Product | Home Theatre |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 30.48 Centimeters |
| UPC | 743878026153 743878041958 |
| Warranty Description | 2 year warranty |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology | No Wireless Communication Technology |
| Woofer Diameter | 12 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo, Surround
- **Brand:** Klipsch
- **Connectivity Technology:** wired
- **Frequency Response:** 29 Hz
- **Speaker Maximum Output Power:** 400 Watts

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Number Of Items** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What does the phase toggle do? I read ther manual, but it didn't explain it  in a manner I could understand.**
A: Hi Mike, I saw your question and wanted to give you the correct answer. The phase switch determines the way the subwoofer cone ( speaker ) reacts. When set to "0" the speaker cone will move in the outward direction at the same time ( phase ) of your main ( left & Right ) speakers. When it is set to "180" the speaker cone of the sub will move inward when your main speakers' cones are moving outward. What this does is cancel out any overlapping frequencies between your main speakers and your subwoofer. When you have overlapping frequencies between your sub and main speakers you will get too much or "bloated" mid bass. Some people prefer "180" because they feel the cancelled out frequencies produces "tighter" and more accurate bass. Other people like more mid bass, so you need to listen to it both ways to find which you prefer. The same thing will happen if you hook up speakers with the speaker wires hooked up with positive & negative swapped ( positive speaker wire in the negative speaker terminal and negative speaker wire in the positive speaker terminal ).   Just as an added note, the "Low Pass" filter knob will determine what lower frequencies pass through from your receiver to your subwoofer. The higher the frequency (Hz) the more mid bass the sub outputs and the lower the frequency (Hz) the less mid bass that the subwoofer outputs. You want the subwoofer to optimally blend with your main speakers and that is what the "low pass" filter knob allows you to do.    If you are using a surround sound receiver and it is set for Dolby Digital or DTS surround modes receivers will normally automatically crossover the sub output at 80 Hz, so moving the Low pass knob on the sub beyond 80 Hz will have no effect. Now, if you have a surround receiver that utilizes the Audyssey Microphone system to adjust the surround parameters you will want to set the subwoofers low pass knob all the way to the highest frequency. The Adyssey system will determine what frequency blends best with your main speakers. Hope this is helpful.

**Q: how many RCA cables to receiver?**
A: It has two RCA jacks, but if you have only one sub out one cable is fine - plug it into the left channel for mono.

**Q: The subwoofer does a cut off for 2 seconds when I turn the volumen up about 50%, anybody knows why?**
A: Are you hooked up via wireless? Or wired? I know when you turn on your receiver or amp, since I have my sub on auto, it has to receive the signal from the receiver that there are low frequencies before it kicks on. So there is a delay. Once it has a signal of low frequency, it's on. But after I'm cranking music through the sub, I am able to blast more power, volume and it has no delay. It could be the music you're playing doesn't have low enough frequencies. Adjust your receiver or amp to pass all low frequency through to your sub. I'm hard wired to my sub, I do not get a delay,  only on start up.I love my sub! Good luck!

**Q: Can you use with an existing soundbar?**
A: Yes, if your sound bar has a sub output socket. Your user manual should indicate whether or not there is an output for a sub.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Sound, Deep Clean Bass, Loud!
*by E***. on December 29, 2025*

Outstanding subwoofer. I have been into car and home audio since I was a teen in the early/mid 90s. I have owned home speakers from Klipsh, Bowers & Wilkins, Polk Audio, JBL Reference, Paradigm and car audio speakers from Focal, MB Quart, Infinity Kappa, Polk Audio, Diamond Audio, JBL to name a few so I know a thing or two about audio. I connected this sub to my Denon A/V Receiver, JBL Reference Fronts, Center and Bowers & Wilkins small surround speakers in a 12x16' room. This is a budget set up for my home Cigar Lounge. I set the gain to 30% in order to do the initial break in. I can tell you this sub sounds amazing for $220. At 30% gain it fills the room nicely with clean, deep bass. I really thought about spending the extra $ on the Klipsh SPL sub, I am glad I didnt as this is more than enough for my room and needs. This is a huge upgrade from my 12" Infinity Sub, extremely happy with it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product and value
*by E***K on February 10, 2026*

Great bass, I actually had to turn it down quite a bit. Highly recommend!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great price on a good sub
*by M***N on October 26, 2021*

I picked this up via Woot through Amazon at a really nice price. This was the last item I needed in order to fill out my Klipsch home theater. I have this paired with a 5.1 set of bookshelf reference speakers and it was the cherry on top. Initial setup sounded pretty terrible due to the settings I was utilizing for the previous underpowered 8" sub I was using, a Polk Audio. It was gifted to me so...To the point, I had to spend about three hours recalling, looking up manuals and frequency charts going through various settings on the Denon receiver in order to produce the correct sound. The first setup on prior settings was super muddy and overpowering. I took the time to adjust the crossover settings and gain level and was able to get the new sub performing as was expected. It is very powerful and very heavy on presence. It sounds good throughout it's power and volume range and matches well to the reference speakers I already had completed. Highly recommended if you want very punchy, very powerful bass. It sounds really good both with media content as well as various forms of music. I would say the only down side to the speaker is it's tendency to be muddy/strong. The price this was on sale for and it's pairing with the other components on hand is solid. As a side note, and not a reflection on Woot (the seller) but as a note of warning and caution for Amazon specifically in regard to their delivery drivers. I was out of town on the projected delivery date. It was unavoidable due to scheduling and at the price was afraid it would be gone when I got back. I got a notification that it was "delivered and handed directly to a resident". I called my son who was home and asked him about it and he said it was not here. The driver did NOT take a picture of the item like they commonly do. This aspect was quite worrisome considering the cost of the item. Right about the time as I was about to contact Amazon about the issue the item turned up on the middle of my driveway at 8:45 PM. It was only packed in it's retail box, no covering, plainly obvious as to what it was. I am super glad that I live in an area that is both low in crime and a dead end neighborhood. This could EASILY have walked off. It would be worthwhile for Amazon to discuss with their drivers appropriate CYA in regard to items like this. Dropping off some $5 item "wherever" is one this....this, well... In spite of that SNAFU if the speaker is available for that sub dual bill sale price it's more than a steal of a deal. Highly recommended.

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